In this article, we take a look at the natural raw honey temperature range. We will look at the effect of temperature on honey’s properties, and what temperature kills enzymes in the honey.
Honey is a supersaturated sugar solution comprising 80-83% dissolved sugars – mainly glucose, fructose, and sucrose. Depending on the flower species the bees visited we can find all sorts of other weird and ...
Generally, the brood temperature in a beehive will be approximately 95° F. Honey itself should not be exposed to temperatures above 98°F. Generally honey will be quite a bit cooler than the ...
At What Temperature Does Raw Honey Lose Its Benefits?
What temperature kills enzymes in honey? Enzymes are complex proteins. Heating an enzyme will increase its rate of reaction up to a point. Above this maximum temperature, the enzyme will break apart and become inactive...
In summary, raw honey temperature should ideally be kept at room temperature 60-70 °F. Heating honey destroys some of its properties. Enzymes are particularly sensitive to higher temperatures. Some of the floral notes and other medicinal chemicals of plant origin will also be destroyed by heat.