What is the shelf life of honey? I don't want to waste it if it is a short time because of the plight of the bees. Thanks in advance for any info.
1395959
i dont think honey spoils, i think a year no problem, if it crystallizes you can heat it gently
1395960
Although it may change colour and have a "best by" date on it, when stored properly, will last forever.
1395961
Sorry to say, I really don't know because I use it up so fast. I did post info about the company that makes it, so maybe give them a call and they can give you an answer.
1395962
Honey keeps for months at room temperature. If it does crystallize or harden over time just put it in the microwave for a minute and it will liquify and you are good to go.
1395963
I go through about a bottle a month. Three bottles are sent. So I know they last that long. I have no idea what the shelf life of honey is.
1395964
From what I have read, Honey does not go bad as long as it is not contaminated. Use a clean utensil and do not double dip when serving. That is, use a spoon or honey server and do not use that item for spreading or stirring once it has touched the honey.
1916558
My understanding is it depends on how it is stored. I wouldn't keep it more than 6 months. There seems to be an ordor about it. The company did not give anyinformation when I bought it and there is no information on the jar. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
1883860
honey literally keeps forever. It's been found in ancient tombs and is still completely viable because it's naturally antibacterial. It will crystallize over time, but re-heating will return it to it's liquid form.
298816
The label says" keep product refrigerated and use within 2 months." It seems ok may be for a year. However, after reading the label, I am concerned about "Nitrogen-flushed to maintain freshness." I called the manufacture product department asking the toxicity of the nitrogen, they claim it is non-toxic but there is neither study nor authority to prove it. If you have nitrogen flushed toxicity information, let me know.
2154097
Richard, I don't know about a shelf life. This stuff is so good that it is never around here long enough to know. It sure is an outstanding product.
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As already noted, there is an expiration/best by date on the container. The last jar I got off Amazon was only "best" for another couple of months. I went ahead and used it past the date and had no problems with it. I keep an eye on these for sales and such in the stores, too, and the last jar I bought from a store I managed to get one with a longer date. The store only had a few on hand and the other two were set to expire very soon. I believe Garden of Life might be doing away with this line and turning to their "Raw" line exclusively and I think this might be causing a shortage of long-shelf-life jars out there. I will probably try out the Raw Probiotics next time I'm in need due to this. As already noted, there is an expiration/best by date on the container. The last jar I got off Amazon was only "best" for another couple of months. I went ahead and used it past the date and had no problems with it. I keep an eye on these for sales and such in the stores, too, and the last jar I bought from a store I managed to get one with a longer date. The store only had a few on hand and the other two were set to expire very soon. I believe Garden of Life might be doing away with this line and turning to their "Raw" line exclusively and I think this might be causing... » Read More As already noted, there is an expiration/best by date on the container. The last jar I got off Amazon was only "best" for another couple of months. I went ahead and used it past the date and had no problems with it. I keep an eye on these for sales and such in the stores, too, and the last jar I bought from a store I managed to get one with a longer date. The store only had a few on hand and the other two were set to expire very soon. I believe Garden of Life might be doing away with this line and turning to their "Raw" line exclusively and I think this might be causing a shortage of long-shelf-life jars out there. I will probably try out the Raw Probiotics next time I'm in need due to this. « Show Less
588640
That's a really good question. I would reach out to Burt's bees. I know oils can go bad but normaly you can tell.
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Hi Samantha. So far, every one of their honey products I have purchased, has been raw. Most of the labels say raw, unpasteurized, unfiltered. I hope this helps you.
1955063
I think mine says 2016, but honey actually never expires or goes bad. It's the only food that is like that.
993376
Real raw organic honey doesn't ever expire. The makeup of honey prevents it's spoilage, and that which does that is why honey is so good for us.
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I haven't tried this honey, and I buy organic, but an "organic" label on honey is silly to me. Honey bees can range miles and miles away from their hive, meaning that even if bee keepers are careful of their immediate surroundings, there's absolutely no way to guarantee that a bee hasn't taken nectar from treated crops, or GMO crops. Just something to think about before you spend more on "organic" honey :)
1955062
The expiry date is unimportant - Honey does not spoil. The date on our bottle is January 2019
792737
No expiration date on bottle. To my knowledge natural honey is antibacterial and will never spoil. It may crystallize but only needs heating to liquify.
822699
We used it right away so can't tell you about shelf life. I suggest contacting the company. Sorry.
139191
I truly don't think so. How does one prevent bees from touching pesticides ? If it's raw, it's raw, I have had both and no difference in taste. I think it is marketing.
1866274
Honey stays good forever.. if it sugars up just set the bottle in a pan of hot water and heat at a low temp until liquid.. I dont have the bottle anymore because I used it up
963379
Sorry, Barry. I have no idea about shelf life. It never stay around our house that long.