In this longer, extra-cozy Ink Comparison No. 12, I’m swatching and comparing a whole lineup of golden honey-hued fountain pen inks—aka one of my all-time favorite color families. These warm, amber-y yellows and browns feel so perfect for autumn journaling, and I walk through each ink with close-ups, first impressions, and all the little nuances that show up once they dry. If you love that “honey in a teacup” vibe in your planner or journal, this one is for you. I start with a quick overview of the inks and the swatching supplies I’m using, then we go ink-by-ink: Wearingeul Kyeong-Hee, Teranishi Nostalgic Honey, Diamine Honey Burst, Diamine Brandy Snap, KWZ Honey, Ferris Wheel Press Autumn in Auburn, J. Herbin Ambre de Birmanie, and J. Herbin Eiffel Brown. After the initial wet swatches, I come back for dried-down comparisons—because these shades can shift a lot, and the real story is in how they settle on paper. My big takeaway: golden honey inks aren’t “all the same”—some lean brighter and sunnier, some go toastier and brown, and seeing them side-by-side makes it so much easier to pick the one that fits your journaling mood.