Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs, over 3,000 years old, that were still perfectly edible. It's because honey has almost no water content and is naturally acidic, which makes it inhospitable to bacteria and microorganisms. As long as it's sealed properly, it can outlast civilizations.
Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs, over 3,000 years old, that were still perfectly edible. It's because honey has almost no water content and is naturally acidic, which makes it inhospitable to bacteria and microorganisms. As long as it's sealed properly, it can outlast civilizations.