How to Spot Real Creamed Honey?
How to Spot Real Creamed Honey — Not Just Crystallized
Not all honey labeled “creamed” is truly creamed. Real creamed honey has a smooth, dense, and spreadable texture — the result of a slow, controlled process of churning and temperature-managed crystallization. In contrast, naturally crystallized honey may appear firm or opaque but often feels gritty, uneven, or hardened. One of the clearest warning signs? The honey is not visible at all. Opaque plastic containers are often used to conceal texture inconsistencies, which is a major red flag. Even glass jars with oversized labels that cover most of the surface can prevent consumers from evaluating the product. This issue is especially challenging when shopping online, where consumers cannot examine the texture or clarity of the honey before purchasing. As a result, some sellers present crystallized honey as creamed honey. Authentic creamed honey should appear light in color, silky in consistency, and visually uniform. Unless it’s a flavored creamed honey — like our cherry, bourbon, or lemon varieties — a jar of honey that appears brown or granular is most likely crystallized, not creamed. If the honey itself isn’t visible, it’s best to play it safe unless you can confirm how the product was made
Does a Wooden Honey Dipper Work with Creamed Honey?
No, not really. Wooden honey dippers are designed for liquid honey — their grooves catch and release runny honey in a slow, controlled drizzle.
That’s what makes them so iconic in photos and traditional styling. But real creamed honey is thick, smooth, and semi-solid. It doesn’t drip or spiral. When placed on a dipper, it simply holds its shape — and just sits there.
That’s why a honey dipper doesn’t function well with true creamed honey. In fact, seeing one used with creamed honey can be a subtle clue that the photo is simply styled for effect.
That said, this misunderstanding is common and not always intended to mislead. Many sellers, including those who genuinely believe they’re making creamed honey, continue to associate the dipper with all types of honey because it’s so deeply tied to tradition and visual marketing. You’ll even find labels covered in honey dipper illustrations next to products labeled “creamed honey” — a mismatch that reflects just how unclear the category has become.
At The Creamed Honey Shop, we believe in helping customers — and makers — understand what makes real creamed honey so special.
Clarity benefits everyone, and it’s time the differences are clearly defined
Flavored Creamed Honey Is the Future — And It’s Real
While many are just discovering what true creamed honey is, a growing number of producers and customers are falling in love with the next evolution: flavored creamed honey. And yes — it’s completely legitimate. In fact, it's often a strong indicator that the real creaming process has been used, since adding flavor typically requires the honey to be gently churned with natural ingredients.
At The Creamed Honey Shop, we’ve always approached creamed honey not as beekeepers, but as bakers — curious, creative, and completely devoted to flavor. And every day, we’re blown away by just how versatile and delicious creamed honey can be. It doesn’t just carry flavor — it amplifies it.
We’ve developed signature blends like lavender, elderflower, salted caramel, and even black licorice — a bold first in the creamed honey world. These are not novelty flavors. They’re balanced, culinary-inspired creations that help you rediscover honey as a luxurious ingredient.
We’re proud to be recognized as the original innovators of flavored creamed honey — because we mastered the base, and then we remade it, just for you.