Honey Wedding Favors: Ideas, Jar Sizes, Labels and Planning Tips
Honey wedding favors are one of the most popular edible wedding gifts, and it is easy to see why. Honey stands for sweetness and a good life together in many cultures, it keeps for a long time, and a small jar looks lovely on every place setting. This guide covers favor ideas, jar sizes, label wording, how much honey you need and how to prepare favors yourself.
Why honey makes a sweet favor
Honey has been part of wedding traditions for centuries. The word honeymoon itself comes from the sweetness of the first month of marriage; see honeymoon meaning. In Persian weddings, couples feed each other honey for a sweet life together, and honey sweets are shared at weddings across the Middle East, South Asia and Eastern Europe. Practically, honey keeps for a long time, travels well and suits almost every guest.
Choosing a jar size
| Jar size | Honey per jar | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | About 1 1/2 tablespoons | Large guest lists, place settings |
| 2 oz | About 3 tablespoons | The most popular favor size |
| 3 to 4 oz | About 4 to 6 tablespoons | Generous favors or wedding party gifts |
| Hexagon jars | Varies | A honeycomb look |
Label ideas
Labels make honey favors personal. Include your names and date, plus a short phrase. Popular options include meant to bee, love is sweet, a sweet beginning, sweet as honey, from our hive to yours, and the bee's knees. Add the flower source, such as wildflower or orange blossom, and consider a small line stating not for infants under 1 year, since some guests may share with family.
- Meant to bee
- Love is sweet
- A sweet beginning
- From our hive to yours
- Thank you for sharing our sweet day
How to make honey favors yourself
Wash favor jars and lids in hot soapy water and let them dry completely; any water can cause honey to ferment. Warm honey gently, never above about 95 degrees Fahrenheit, so it pours easily, then fill jars using a small funnel or a squeeze bottle. Wipe rims clean, seal, label and decorate. Store favors at room temperature, out of the sun. Our bulk honey guide covers buying larger amounts.
Plan about 2 ounces per guest. For 100 guests, that is about 200 ounces, or roughly 13 one-pound jars of honey, plus a little extra for spills.
Choosing the honey
Pick a honey with a story or a flavor you love. Light honeys like Clover and floral Orange Blossom appeal to most guests. A golden Wildflower honey suits rustic or garden weddings. Raw honey may crystallize over a few weeks, which is natural; let guests know they can warm the jar gently to make it liquid again. See crystallized honey.
We sell honey in 16 oz jars, which work well for decanting into favors; for large orders, contact us through our wholesale page.
Timing and display
Prepare favors two to four weeks before the wedding to leave time for labels and decoration. Display them on a favor table with a sign, or set one at each place. Pair favors with a tea bag, a mini wooden dipper or a sprig of lavender for a finishing touch. See honey dipper and baby shower honey favors for related ideas.
Frequently asked questions
- How much honey do I need for wedding favors?
- Plan about 2 ounces per guest. For 100 guests, about 13 one-pound jars.
- What size jars are best for honey favors?
- 2 ounce jars are the most popular; 1 ounce suits large guest lists.
- Can I make honey favors in advance?
- Yes. Honey keeps very well. Prepare favors two to four weeks ahead and store them at room temperature.
- What should honey favor labels say?
- Your names and date, a phrase like meant to bee, the flower source, and a note that honey is not for babies under 1.
Al Safa Honey is a food producer, not a medical provider. Nothing here is medical advice. Never give honey of any kind to a baby under 12 months old.
