How to Check If Honey Is Pure

Home tests are unreliable on their own — a lab report is the real answer. But here's a practical guide.

Step 1: Expect crystallisation

Raw, unheated honey crystallises over time. Permanently clear honey may have been heated and filtered.

Step 2: Check the label

Look for "raw" and "unheated", and avoid added glucose or sugar syrup in the ingredients.

Step 3: Read the lab report

The reliable check is a lab report screening for added sugar (C4 sugar), moisture and HMF. Verify the batch number matches your jar.

Step 4: Verify the batch

Scan the QR on the jar to confirm the report is for your exact batch.