Atherton Honey,
Our Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Tips
Crystallisation is normal
All raw honey granulates over time, some faster, some slower. It is a sign of quality, not a fault. Gently warm the jar in water to reliquefy the honey.
Storage
Store your honey in a cupboard at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat.
Never microwave
Microwaving destroys the enzymes and flavour. Warm crystallised honey in some warm water (40 degrees max) instead.
Keep it Sealed
Honey absorbs moisture from the air. Keep the lid on nice and tight to prevent fermentation.
No Need to put it in the fridge
There's no need to store honey in the fridge. It naturally resists spoiling, and stored correctly will keep for years. Cold makes honey go grainy sooner, so a cupboard is best.
What's the best way to store my honey? Seal it tight Honey absorbs moisture directly out of the air. Keep the lid on tight to help prevent any fermentation.
What makes raw honey different from normal honey? Our Atherton raw honey is never heated above hive temperature, which is around 35 degrees. This keeps the natural enzymes, pollen and flavour intact. Most supermarket honey is heat treated and heavily filtered, which removes nearly everything that makes honey worth eating.
Is Atherton Honey Organic? No. Our bees forage over a large area, including parkland and nature reserves, so organic certification is not realistic for us and most other beekeepers. Rather than make claims that cannot be backed up, we focus on producing premium quality raw honey from our bee colonies, avoiding any unnecessary processing.