Creamed Honey vs Liquid Honey: What’s the Difference?

Raw honey is a natural treasure, but not all honey is created (or processed) the same way. Two of the most popular varieties you'll find on the market are creamed honey and liquid honey. So what’s the difference—and which one belongs in your pantry?

What Is Liquid Honey?

Liquid honey is what most people imagine when they think of honey: golden, flowing, and sticky-sweet. It’s extracted straight from the honeycomb by uncapping the wax cells and spinning the comb in a centrifugal extractor.

Best for:

- Drizzling on toast, pancakes, or yogurt

- Stirring into tea or coffee

- Baking or cooking

Its smooth texture and light viscosity make it a versatile ingredient in sweet and savory recipes alike.

What Is Creamed Honey?

Also known as whipped honey or spun honey, creamed honey is simply raw honey that has been mechanically whipped to control crystallization. This whipping process breaks down larger crystals into fine ones, resulting in a thick, smooth, and spreadable consistency—without the addition of cream or dairy.

It’s stored at cool temperatures to preserve its silky texture and natural flavor.

Best for:

- Spreading on warm biscuits, muffins, or bread

- Frosting-style toppings on baked goods

- Gift jars or elegant serving platters

Taste and Texture

Both forms are made from 100% honey, so the flavor largely depends on the floral sources. However, creamed honey often tastes slightly more mellow due to its thicker texture, which slows down how quickly it hits your taste buds.

Liquid honey tends to deliver more intense floral notes up front because it dissolves immediately on the tongue.

Storage and Shelf Life

All raw honey—whether liquid or creamed—has an impressive shelf life if stored correctly. But here’s the difference:

- Liquid honey may eventually crystallize naturally over time, especially in cooler environments.

- Creamed honey is already crystallized in a controlled way, so it won’t change texture and will remain smooth.

Keep both in a cool, dry place—no need to refrigerate.

So… Which Should You Choose?

It really comes down to how you like to use honey:

At Miel D’or, we believe in honoring nature’s perfection, whether you love the elegant pour of raw liquid honey or the luxurious smoothness of our creamed honey.

Try Both and Taste the Difference
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