Why is honey different colours?
Quick Answer
The colour of honey depends on which flowers the bees visited: lighter honeys like acacia are mild, while darker ones like buckwheat have stronger flavours and more minerals.
The Full Story
Bees make honey from nectar, and the sugars, minerals and plant pigments in that nectar vary by flower species. Clover and acacia produce pale, mild honey, while buckwheat and manuka yield dark, bold-flavoured honey. Darker honeys generally contain more antioxidants and minerals. The time of year also matters: spring honeys tend to be lighter. Processing affects colour too; raw, unfiltered honey keeps pollen and wax particles that can make it cloudier. Over time, honey crystallises and may turn lighter or opaque, but this does not mean it has gone bad.
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