If honey is a regular in your pantry and kitchen, you'll want to make sure that you buy the real thing. Here's how to tell if ...

You likely won't find "mad honey" as it's wittingly called in your local Costco next to the wildflower and raw varieties ... City in "The Wizard of Oz," the real-life Emerald City has a different ...

SKIP AHEAD How I picked the best honeys | The best honeys of 2025 | Filtered, unfiltered, raw and organic: What’s the difference? | Tips for cooking and baking with honey | Why trust NBC Select?

Producers of real honey often invest in clear labelling and certifications that detail the honey’s origin and production process. Look for “raw,” “unfiltered,” or “organic” filters.