Flavor Profile: Does the flavor go beyond just “sweet”? Are there any significant notes—floral, fruity, or woody? Is it complex or one-note?
Sweetness: Is the sweetness natural and pleasant, or artificial and cloying?
Texture: Is the honey runny or thick? Is it smooth, syrupy, grainy, or crystallized?
Aroma: What do you smell before tasting? Floral, grassy, caramel, medicinal? Does the aroma match or contradict the flavor?
Appearance: What color does the honey appear to be—pale gold, amber, or dark brown? Is it clear or cloudy?
Fine Print
The Lineup: We tested 13 honey brands from the grocery – both local and international.
Why We’re Doing This: Honey can be an expensive purchase, but always a household staple. We wanted to taste the differing brands out there and truly see which ones are worth the splurge.
How We Tasted: We tried each one as is, all in room temperature.
Blind Taste Test: All products were removed from their packaging, labeled, and tasted blind to prevent brand bias.
How We Scored: Each product was evaluated across 5 criteria. Final placements reflect the Pepper team’s averaged impressions.
Multiple Tests: This taste test has been updated over time. Current placements reflect both recent tastings and results from previous tests to keep comparisons consistent.
Transparency: No brand paid for inclusion in this taste test.
