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Honey Basics & Purity
What is raw honey?
Raw honey is honey that is unprocessed and unfiltered, preserving its natural enzymes, pollen, antioxidants, and nutrients straight from the hive.
What does raw and unfiltered honey mean?
Raw and unfiltered honey means the honey has not been pasteurized or ultra-filtered, allowing it to retain natural pollen, enzymes, and beneficial compounds.
Is Cox's Honey real honey?
Yes, Cox's Honey is 100% real honey - raw, unfiltered, and never blended with additives, syrups, or imported honey.
Where does your honey come from?
Our honey comes from our own beehives and trusted neighboring beekeepers, located only in Idaho, Wyoming and Montana
Is your honey organic?
While honey is difficult to certify organic due to bee foraging freely, our honey is produced using clean, natural beekeeping practices with no additives or chemicals.
Do you import honey from other countries?
No, we do not import honey. All of our honey is 100% U.S. and never blended with foreign honey.
Why is raw honey better than processed honey?
Raw honey retains natural enzymes, antioxidants, and nutrients that are often destroyed during high-heat pasteurization.
Crystallization & Texture
Why does honey crystallize?
Crystallization is a natural process where glucose separates from water, forming crystals. It's a sign of real, raw honey - not spoilage.
Is crystallized honey safe to eat?
Yes, crystallized honey is completely safe and maintains all its natural benefits and flavor.
How do I fix crystallized honey?
Place the container in warm water and gently heat until the crystals dissolve. Avoid microwaving to preserve nutrients.
What is creamed honey?
Creamed honey is raw honey that has been carefully crystallized into a smooth, spreadable texture using a controlled process.
Why is your creamed honey so smooth?
Our creamed honey is made using a micro-crystallization process that creates ultra-fine crystals for smooth, velvety texture.
Does creamed honey need to be refrigerated?
No, but storing it in a cool, dry place helps maintain its thick, creamy consistency.
Storage & Shelf Life
Does honey expire?
Pure raw honey does not expire. It has an indefinite shelf life when stored properly.
How should I store raw honey?
Store honey at room temperature in a sealed container, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Should honey be refrigerated?
No, refrigeration can accelerate crystallization and is not recommended.
What is the shelf life of raw honey?
Raw honey lasts indefinitely, though we label it with a "best by" date for quality assurance.
Health & Nutrition
Is raw honey healthy?
Yes, raw honey contains natural antioxidants, enzymes, and nutrients that support overall wellness.
Does honey contain antioxidants?
Yes, raw honey naturally contains antioxidants that help support immune health.
Can honey help with allergies?
Some people use local raw honey to support seasonal allergies, as it contains trace amounts of local pollen.
Is honey better than sugar?
Yes, honey is a natural sweetener with trace nutrients and a lower glycemic impact than refined sugar.
Can diabetics eat honey?
Honey still affects blood sugar, so diabetics should consult a healthcare professional before consuming.
Cooking & Usage
Can you cook with raw honey?
Yes, but high heat can reduce some of its natural enzymes. It's best used in warm - not boiling - applications.
Can I put honey in hot tea or coffee?
Yes, but letting the beverage cool slightly before adding honey helps preserve its natural benefits.
What are the best ways to use creamed honey?
Creamed honey is perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, waffles, and baking.
Does heating honey destroy nutrients?
Excessive heat can reduce enzymes and antioxidants, which is why raw honey is the best enjoyed minimally heated.
Beekeeping & Sourcing
Do you own your own bees?
Yes, we operate our own apiary and also work with trusted neighboring beekeepers.
How do you ensure honey quality?
We use careful harvesting, minimal processing, and testing to ensure purity and quality.
Is your honey tested?
Yes, we perform internal and third-party testing to verify purity and quality.
What flowers do your bees use?
Our honey is primarily clover honey, known for its light color and mild, sweet flavor.
Product-Specific
What is high mountain clover honey?
High Mountain Clover honey is made from nectar collected from clover flowers located at the base of the Grand Teton Mountain range and is known for its light, sweet taste.
What is the best raw honey to buy online?
The best raw honey is unfiltered, U.S.-sourced, and transparently produced - like Cox's Honey, straight from the hive.
Why is some honey cheaper than others?
Lower-priced honey is often imported or blended with syrups, while premium raw honey is pure and carefully sourced.
Do you sell honeycomb?
Yes, we offer raw honeycomb, which is honey in its most natural form directly from the hive.
Do you sell honey in bulk?
Yes, we offer bulk honey in gallons, buckets, drums, and totes for wholesale customers.
Shipping, Orders & Wholesale
Do you ship honey nationwide?
Yes, we ship raw honey across the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii
how long does shipping take?
Shipping times vary, but most orders are processed quickly and delivered within a few business days.
What if my honey arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with photos, and we will make it right.
Do you offer wholesale pricing?
Yes, we offer wholesale pricing for qualified businesses, retailers, and bulk buyers.
Can I resell your honey?
We approve wholesale accounts for select uses such as retail storefronts, food production, and group purchasing. At this time, we are not accepting wholesale applications for online sellers.
