Botanical Origin |
Varies (e.g., Acacia, Clover, Eucalyptus) |
Appearance |
Viscous liquid, ranging from light golden to dark amber |
Odor |
Characteristic, depending on floral origin |
Taste |
Sweet, may have floral or herbal notes |
Moisture Content |
17-20% (max) |
Density |
1.38-1.45 g/cm³ |
Total Sugars |
75-80% (min) |
Invert Sugars |
60-65% (min) |
Acidity |
12-50 meq/kg (depending on type) |
Ash Content |
0.1-0.5% (max) |
pH |
3.4-6.1 |
Crystallization |
May crystallize over time (natural process) |
Foreign Matter |
0.1% (max) |
Storage Conditions |
Store in a cool, dry, and airtight container, away from direct sunlight |