RAW vs. REGULAR HONEY

What is raw honey?

Raw honey comes straight from the honeycomb. The beekeeper will usually just filter the honey to remove small bits of debris, including pollen, beeswax, and parts of dead bees. They do not pasteurize the honey.

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Raw honey appears cloudy or opaque because it contains these extra elements. It is still safe to eat.

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What is regular honey?

Regular, or pasteurized honey, is clear and smooth. The pasteurization process improves the honey’s appearance, increases its shelf-life, and kills yeast cells that can affect the taste of the honey.

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However, some people believe that pasteurization reduces the number of antioxidants and nutrients in the honey.

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