While your honey should never spoil, that’s not to say there aren’t right and wrong ways to store your beloved nectar. Honey is generally very easy to store, but when it comes to Mānuka honey, the storage protocol is just slightly different than your average store-bought honey. To extend its shelf life, store it in a cool, dry place in its original packaging or a glass or plastic container (not metal). It does not need to be kept in the fridge, however if you want to thicken the texture, it is completely fine to do so. Check out our blog to understand more about storing your Mānuka. Manukora’s Mānuka honey is raw to maintain all the goodness it contains for you. As a result of minimal processing, our Mānuka honey is not homogenized, meaning you will experience a different product batch by batch.Unlike other types of honey, our Mānuka may change in consistency over time as it sits, with a tendency to harden (aka crystallize). Don't be alarmed if your honey contains tiny crystal-like molecules — it’s easy to soften hardened honey, and we even have an easy guide on how to do so here! Given it is a 100% natural product, variances in texture are welcomed and should be enjoyed. However if you have any concerns, feel free to reach out to our support team for advice at hello@manukora.com.