> I've sometimes wondered whether one can reliably/accurately
> check the moisture content by measuring the specific gravity --
> something that can be done with simpler & cheaper tools that a
> refractometer. Anyone know?
Yes, that was the old method. However it is difficult and messy.
You can run a the rounded side of a spoon over a comb that is tilted
and squeeze out enough honey to fill a small jar without damaging the
comb much.
If an identical amount of store-boughten honey is placed in an
identical jar and both inverted simultaneously , you can see which
bubble rises faster.
If yours is slower, your honey is thicker, thus ready for harvest.
Regards
Allen
W. Allen Dick, Beekeeper VE6CFK
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