Tulsi honey is usually a value-added/functional honey (honey infused or blended with tulsi). The “tulsi” part may add aroma, but the calorie and sugar base still comes from honey, so keep portions small.
In a nutshell: The values provided are approximate and can vary depending on the honey base, tulsi concentration, and processing.
1) Tulsi Honey
Nutritional facts per 100g (Liquid Tulsi Honey)
| Nutrient | Amount Per 100g | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 304 kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 82.4 g | 30% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 82.1 g | – |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 52 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% |
Common forms of tulsi honey (quick differences)
- Infused / Herbal blend: Calories and sugars stay nearly the same as honey. The taste/aroma changes due to tulsi.
- Raw base vs processed base: Calories stay nearly the same. “Raw” refers to the honey base, not the tulsi.
- Crystallized: Same nutrition, thicker texture.
Nutritional facts per 100g (Comb Honey)
Nutrient
Amount Per 100g
% Daily Value*
Calories
295 kcal
15%
Carbohydrates
79.0 g
29%
Fiber
0.2 g
1%
Sugars
78.5 g
–
Protein
0.3 g
1%
Fat
0.1 g
0%
Vitamin C
0.4 mg
1%
Potassium
45 mg
1%
Calcium
6 mg
0%
Pros
- Aromatic honey option many people enjoy in warm water.
- Can help replace packaged sweet drinks if used in a small amount.
- Works well as a controlled sweetener in home routines.
Cons
- High in sugars, so calories add up quickly.
- Some products add extra flavours or extracts, quality varies by brand.
- Honey is not recommended for infants under 12 months.
Right time to eat
- Morning in lukewarm water (small amount).
- After meals as a controlled sweet finish (small amount).
Health benefits
- Helps satisfy sweet cravings with a small portion.
- Can support a soothing warm drink routine (lukewarm, not boiling).
- Useful swap for packaged sugary items when portion-controlled.
Best way to eat
- Use 1 teaspoon as a strict portion and treat it like sugar.
- Add to lukewarm water (not boiling) to protect taste and aroma.
- Check label: avoid products with added sugar syrups.
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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