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Is There Yeast in Honey?

Published in Food science 1 min read

Yes, most honey samples contain detectable levels of yeast.

While yeast counts in many honey samples are often below 100 colony forming units per gram (cfu/g), yeasts are capable of growing to very high numbers in honey. Standard industry practices are in place to manage and control yeast growth, preventing spoilage and maintaining honey quality.

Therefore, while not always abundant, the presence of yeast in honey is common.