What is Honey?
Honey is a sweet and viscous substance made by several bees, the best-known of which are honey bees.
Where Can I Find Honey In South Africa?
Beehive Honey Flow bee hive South Africa
Address: 161 Clulee Rd, Linbro Park AH, Sandton, 2090, South Africa
Areas served: Botswana and nearby areas
Hours: Open ⋅ and close at 6:30 pm
Phone: +27 63 955 4630
Peel’s Honey
Address: corner of Boston &, Wilson Rd, Merrivale, Howick, 3291, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ and close at 5 pm
Phone: +27 33 330 3762
Raw Honey SA
Address: x1, 341 Hans Strijdom Ave, Lyttelton Manor, Centurion, 0157, South Africa
Areas served: Gauteng
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 8:30 pm
Phone: +27 82 892 2359
How much does honey cost in South Africa?
The price of honey per kg ranges from around R330 to R120 if you buy in bulk—generally, the more expensive the honey per kg, the better its quality.
This is much more expensive than sugar per kg at around R19. However, raw honey has a lot of health benefits.
How do you know if honey is high quality?
The test is performed by pouring a few drops of honey over the cloth or blotting paper. If the honey flows through the blotting paper without wetting it, it is considered pure;
if the honey gets absorbed or wets the blotting paper, it is considered impure honey.
How do you choose quality honey?
Avoid honey that contains added sugars, syrups, or artificial flavors. Also, look for the country of origin. Some countries have stricter regulations on the quality of honey,
so it is best to choose honey from countries known for producing high-quality honey.
Which type of honey is best?
When choosing the healthiest honey, you should look for one that is raw. Raw honey is not pasteurized and bypasses filtration, a process that may reduce its nutrients.
A great variety of raw and unfiltered honey.