> I have never had honey this high in moisture before and am
> afraid fermentation is a real probability.

First of all, are you sure that your reading is correct?

Double check your calibration.

Assuming the reading is correct, you have a number of options:

Keep it in pails in a cool dry place, and watch for signs of fermentation.
Sell it to someone who will blend it with drier honey.
Pasteurize it.
Break it up into small containers and keep it in a freezer.
Make mead out of it.
Mix in a sorbate to prevent fermentation.

In my experience, it will not start to ferment for some months, but that all
depends on many factors, and I can't say what will happen in your case.

I'm sure others will have some thoughts.

allen
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