Thyme Honey Calories

Thyme honey often has a pronounced floral, herbal aroma and a flavor that may seem gently spicy. The exact taste varies between harvests, so one jar can be more intense or floral than another.

Thyme honey contains naturally occurring antioxidant compounds, as honey does, and can be used to sweeten foods. It has not been proven to treat disease, so it should not replace medical care or prescribed treatment.

Use thyme honey on toast, stirred into yogurt, or to sweeten tea and other drinks. Its distinctive herbal aroma also works well in marinades or dressings when you want a noticeable honey flavor.

Thyme honey crystallizes naturally as its sugars form crystals; this does not by itself mean the honey has spoiled. To loosen it, warm the closed jar gently in warm water rather than overheating it.

Thyme honey comes mainly from nectar collected from thyme flowers, while many honeys blend nectar from several kinds of flowers. That floral source gives thyme honey its characteristic herbal aroma, though flavor varies by harvest.

Thyme honey may temporarily soothe an irritated throat and ease the feeling of a cough, but it does not treat the underlying cause. Never give honey to a child under 12 months.

Keep thyme honey tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use a clean, dry spoon each time; introducing water can affect the honey’s quality.

No. Do not give thyme honey to babies younger than 12 months because honey can contain spores that cause infant botulism. After a child turns one, it can be offered in age-appropriate amounts.

Yes, thyme honey can sweeten baked goods, sauces, and marinades. Its herbal notes may be more noticeable than those of mild honey, and high heat can diminish its aroma, so add it late when practical.