Not sure which raw honey is right for you?
Different honey varieties offer very different flavours—from light and delicately floral to fruity, herbal or rich and woodland-inspired.
Use our quick raw honey comparison table to compare flavour, sweetness and the best ways to enjoy each variety, then find the honey that best matches your taste.
| Honey variety | Main flavour | Sweetness | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia | Light, smooth and subtly vanilla-like | Delicate | Tea, yoghurt and everyday use |
| Wildflower | Rich, aromatic and floral | Medium | Toast, porridge and herbal tea |
| Lavender | Delicate, floral and gently herbal | Delicate | Tea, warm milk and soft cheese |
| Apricot | Fruity with a long aromatic finish | Medium | Toast, yoghurt and desserts |
| Forest | Fruity, floral and woodland-inspired | Medium-rich | Breakfast foods and everyday use |
| Linden | Fresh, herbal and subtly minty | Delicate | Tea or enjoying by the spoonful |
| Thistle | Aromatic, floral and distinctive | Medium | Toast, yoghurt and everyday use |
| Honeydew | Deep, malty and woodland-rich | Less sweet | Porridge, cheese or by the spoonful |
| Pine | Earthy with pine and caramel-like notes | Less sweet | Porridge, cheese or by the spoonful |
Our Quick Honey Finder
Still unsure which raw honey to choose? Start here:
- Lightest and most delicate: Organic Acacia Honey
- Rich and floral: Organic Wildflower Honey
- Delicate and fragrant: Organic Lavender Honey
- Fruity and distinctive: Raw Apricot Honey
- Fruity, floral and complex: Organic Forest Honey
- Fresh and subtly minty: Organic Linden Honey
- Aromatic and unusual: Organic Thistle Honey
- Deep, malty and less sweet: Organic Honeydew Honey
- Earthy and woodland-rich: Organic Pine Honey
Frequently Asked Questions
Which honey has the mildest flavour?
Acacia Honey is one of the lightest and mildest varieties. It is delicately sweet with subtle vanilla notes, making it a good starting point for anyone new to raw honey.
Which honey is best for someone who does not like very sweet flavours?
Honeydew and Pine honey are excellent options. Both have deeper woodland flavours and generally taste less floral and less conventionally sweet than blossom honey.
Which honey has the strongest flavour?
Honeydew and Pine are among the richer varieties in this guide. Honeydew has a deep, malty character, while Pine Honey is earthy with subtle pine and caramel-like notes.
Which honey is best for tea?
Acacia Honey is ideal when you want gentle sweetness without overpowering the drink. Wildflower, Lavender and Linden honey are good choices when you want the honey to contribute more floral or herbal flavour.
Why do different raw honeys taste different?
The flavour, colour and aroma of honey are influenced by the nectar or honeydew collected by the bees. The surrounding flowers, trees, location, season and individual harvest can all contribute to its distinctive character.
Does raw honey naturally crystallise?
Yes. Crystallisation is a natural process and does not mean the honey has spoiled. The speed and texture of crystallisation vary between different honey varieties.
Find Your Perfect Honey
There is no single “best” raw honey—the right choice depends on the flavours you enjoy.
Begin with a familiar category, whether that is light, floral, fruity, herbal or rich and woodland-inspired. Once you discover your preferred flavour profile, exploring new honey varieties becomes much easier—and far more enjoyable.
