What's the Buzz?

Know what? Honey that is made from tree blossoms stays liquid longer! I think that's a fascinating fact, and something that just came to my attention. As we've discussed before, all raw, unprocessed honey will crystallize over time. 

How much time depends upon the chemistry and combination of sugars and pollens within the mix of that particular honeyflow. But when the majority of nectar comes from the flowers of trees, the resulting honey crystallizes more slowly.

For instance, Orange Blossom honey will stay liquid for about a year. Ditto our new Lychee honey. Tropical Wildflower (made from whatever is blooming at the time and changing throughout the year....) will crystallize somewhat more quickly. Some Tropical Wildflower will stay liquid for seven or eight months or more, while other floral sources will result in granulation in just a couple of months.

I find the whole thing so fascinating!

Of course, you remember what to do if your honey crystallizes and you prefer it liquid....just put the jar of honey in some hot water, stir every couple of minutes, and it will re-liquify. And remember, if you have glass jars, put them in the water when it is cold, and heat slowly so you don't crack the glass!!!!!

By the way, if you haven't tried our new Lychee honey....now's the time!