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How To: Package Your Honey

August 29th, 2025

The bees have been busy all summer and now you have a bounty of pure, golden honey. But how can you make the most of your harvest and show your products in the best light?

Choosing Your Container

In the honey business, appearance matters. A crystal-clear jar turns your product into a visual showcase, highlighting the natural colour and quality of the honey within. But what else should you look for in the perfect container?

  • Material: Glass jars have long been the vessel of choice for quality-driven producers. They are inert, preserving the flavour, aroma, and purity of the honey without leaching chemicals or altering its natural properties. Glass also conveys a sense of craftsmanship and premium value that is increasingly important in today's crowded market. 
  • Shape: A practical shape enhances the consumer experience and encourages repeat purchases. Wide-mouth designs allow for easy pouring and scooping, making the jar user-friendly for consumers and more efficient during filling. A hexagonal jar adds a dash of character and mason jars create a rustic, vintage look and feel. 
  • Closures: Airtight lids are essential to protect honey from moisture and air exposure, which can lead to fermentation or crystallisation. Metal twist-off caps or tamper-evident closures not only preserve freshness but also reinforce consumer trust. 


A shelf of various honey jars with bright yellow labels

Customising Your Container

  • Label and Logo Design: 72% of consumers say that product packaging design influences their purchasing decisions - making it essential to accurately convey your product information and brand identity. We pride ourselves on offering distinctive design services to our clients, incorporating the latest material and print processes. Using cutting-edge techniques, we create labels that are both visually striking and texturally rich featuring options like embossing and metallic foiling. 
  • Container Decoration:  We provide a wide range of decoration methods to transform your containers into standout pieces on the shelf including embossing, etching, frosting and more. 


An embossed jar of honey

Filling your Container

So you've got a beautiful, functional container that speaks to your brand and product - now all you need to do is fill it! And there are several key pieces of equipment that not only make the job easier but save you time, reduce waste and ensure consistency...

  • Fillers: Choosing the right filler ensures accurate dosing and minimal mess. From manual piston fillers for small batches to fully automated volumetric fillers for high-volume production, the right setup can dramatically improve your workflow. 
  • Labellers: Automatic labellers can handle hundreds of jars per hour, while semi-automatic options are perfect for artisan producers who want precision without the pace. 
  • Cappers: Capping machines ensure your jars are sealed tightly every time. Twist-off, lug, or screw caps? There's a solution for each. And if you're scaling up, automated cappers can integrate seamlessly with your filling line. 
A close up of a jar capper closing a lid on a jar of honey

Our sister company, Vigo, has everything you need to efficiently and hygienically fill your beautiful honey jars. Whether you are a small or large producer, Vigo's team have years of industry experience, and can advise on the best solutions for your business. 


Have any questions? Reach out to our team and we'll be glad to help. Happy Packaging!

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