Honey (manuka)

Honey (manuka)

Appearance Thick, golden, amber to dark brown
Texture Smooth, viscous, sticky
Taste Sweet with a slight bitterness, earthy
Aroma Strong, floral, slightly herbal
Viscosity High viscosity, syrup-like
pH 3.5 to 4.5
Moisture Content 17% to 20%
Density 1.42 to 1.46 g/cm³
Electrical Conductivity (EC) 0.5 to 1.2 mS/cm
Granulation Rarely crystallizes, may granulate over time
Shelf Life 2 to 3 years when stored properly
Sugar Content High in fructose, glucose, and small amounts of sucrose
Methylglyoxal (MGO) Varies by brand, typically ranges from 30 to 1000 mg/kg
Antibacterial Activity High (Varies based on MGO level)
Water Content 17% to 18%