What you need to know when choosing your Manuka Honey?

What is Manuka Honey?

Manuka Honey is a special honey only found in New Zealand. The Manuka plant has been used by indigenous people (Maori) of New Zealand (Aotearoa) for hundreds of years for its medicinal uses.

Why is MGO important?

MGO stands for methyglyoxal which is a compound that contribrutes to the non-peroxide antibacterial activity of Manuka Honey. Our Manuka Honeys come in different strength measured by their MGO ratings. The higher the MGO rating the stronger the product is. It is believed that medicinal grade Manuka Honey starts around 250 +MGO

How is Manuka Honey produced?

Manuka Honey is produced by the flower of the Manuka tree which secretes nectar only under certain conditions. Manuka Honey has a complex earthy flavour and rich aroma. It contains a complex range of natural compounds including amino acids, vitamins B and C, antioxidants, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates and other nutrients.

New Zealand mānuka honey is produced by bees collecting nectar from the mānuka plant and then bringing in back to hive to be ripened and then stored in wax cells and then capped when the bees have ripened it enough. (Manuka honey's antibacterial properties are what set it apart from traditional honey. It contains methylglyoxal as an active ingredient, likely responsible for these antibacterial effects.

All our honeys are 100% pure raw natural New Zealand honey

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