A question that beekeepers are often asked is this:
How long can I keep honey and have it still be good to eat?”

The short answer is — indefinitely.

In fact, jars of honey have been found in the tombs of the old Egyptian pharaohs, still in fine condition!

If honey is allowed to absorb extra moisture from the air, however, it might begin to ferment. But if you store it in a sealed container, honey may be kept for almost an unlimited time. Honey may also darken with age and become a bit stronger in flavour, but again, it will not spoil if it’s kept in a sealed container.

• Do keep your honey at room temperature, in a closed jar, and out of strong sunlight.
• Don’t keep honey in the refrigerator, as cool temperatures will often speed up the natural granulation of honey, making the liquid turn into a lumpy solid form!

Tip: If your honey jar is sometimes hard to open, try wiping a little oil onto the rim of the jar before closing it. That will keep the lid from sticking.