No, honey is not vegan: it's an animal-derived product, though vegetarians accept it. Nectar processed by bees. Made by bees to feed the hive. Vegetarian, but excluded from veganism, which rejects exploiting insects.

Is honey vegan?

~ Not vegan✓ Vegetarian

No, honey is not vegan: it's an animal-derived product, though vegetarians accept it. Nectar processed by bees.

Where does it come from?

Nectar processed by bees. Made by bees to feed the hive. Vegetarian, but excluded from veganism, which rejects exploiting insects.

Vegan alternatives

Agave syrup, maple syrup, rice syrup

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