How to spot pure honey before you buy

Real honey is thick, slow to pour and does not separate into layers. Here are five easy checks you can do at home.

• The thumb test: a drop of pure honey stays in place.
• The water test: pure honey settles at the bottom of a glass of water.
• The flame test: a cotton wick dipped in pure honey lights easily.
• Crystallisation in winter is normal and a good sign.
• Buy from verified sellers who show lab test results.