Honey Color Scale

Seven USDA color classes. Select a band for flavor examples and cooking ideas.

Water White: ≤8 mmDark Amber: >114 mm

Equal-width bands show categories, not a linear measuring scale. Screen colors are illustrative, not calibrated.

Select a color band above. A variety can span more than one class, and its flavor depends on the floral source and batch.

Color designation is separate from quality grade. Taste the actual jar to choose a pairing.