How to Tell If Honey Is Real or Fake: A Simple Bottle Flip Test You Need to Know

3. Flame Test (Use caution!)

• Dip a cotton swab in honey and try to light it with a match.
• Real honey may ignite.
• Fake honey (with added moisture) usually won’t.

⚠️ Note: These tests aren’t 100% scientific, but they’re helpful indicators for identifying overly processed or fake honey.

🛒 How to Choose Real Honey at the Store

• Look for raw or unfiltered honey on the label.
• Choose local honey from farmers’ markets when possible.
• Avoid brands with additives like “glucose,” “fructose syrup,” or “flavored.”
• Real honey tends to crystallize over time — that’s a good sign!

✅ Final Thoughts

With so many fake or diluted honeys out there, being able to tell the difference is a small but powerful way to make better choices — for your health, your kitchen, and even the bees.

The Bottle Flip Test is quick, simple, and surprisingly telling. Next time you pick up a bottle of honey, give it a flip — and see what secrets it reveals.

Because when it comes to honey, the truth is in the bottle.

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