Archaeologists have identified the residue found in ancient Greek pots discovered near Pompeii as 2,500-year-old honey. The pots, unearthed in Paestum, Italy, contained a mysterious substance that resisted previous identification attempts. Modern chemical analysis finally revealed its sweet secret, offering a rare glimpse into the diet and trade practices of ancient Greeks in the region. The discovery provides valuable insights into the types of foods consumed and preserved millennia ago, as well as the technological capabilities of the time.