Converstaion with Bako

[JamezF]

The only reason I can think of is that perhaps home-made fondant might have trapped pockets of moisture and wouldn't keep as well as a result. I can't see it's particularly likely though.

James

 

[OXFORDBEE]

Honey does not ferment at under 20%

Eva Crane's book "Honey a Comprehensive Survey" states that honey will not ferment when its moisture content is less than 17.1%, irrespective of its yeast count.

When honey has more than 17.1% moisture there is a risk of fermentation proportional to the yeast count per g. Above 18.1% honey is at risk and with with above 20% moisture, honey is always in danger of fermentation.

Page 238 contains the relevant information.

 

[Nic Rhodes]

Great book if people have never read it. A classic text.

 

[Poly Hive]

Far far far be it from me, little me, to ponder her wisdom but...

Heather honey moisture is allowed to be or was: 23%

PH

 

[TBRNoTB]

Bought mine this morning from local baker at a quite reasonable £11.40

Bought a box from local bakers, £10.00 for 12.5kg less than a month ago (very nice people!)