Manuka- the green gold of New Zealand

The world of honey varieties is diverse and colorful, but one variety in particular stands out – Manuka honey. But what exactly is Manuka, and what makes it so special? Dive with us into the fascinating world of the Manuka plant and discover the secret behind New Zealand’s green gold.

The bees collect the sweet nectar of the Manuka flowers and bring it to their hive, where they process it into honey. This natural process produces Manuka honey, known for its intense and robust flavor, dark color and creamy consistenc

To guarantee the quality of Manuka honey, it is evaluated according to the UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) certification system. This evaluation confirms the content of certain chemical compounds such as leptosperine, DHA (dihydroxyacetone) and methylglyoxal (MGO), which represent the quality and authenticity of the honey.

Manuka, scientifically known as Leptospermum scoparium, is a small shrub or tree native to New Zealand and parts of Australia. Its small, delicate white or pink flowers are an important source of nectar for bees and the origin of the unique Manuka honey.

The Manuka plant is a master of adaptation, growing in a variety of soils, from sandy coasts to rocky mountainous landscapes. It is an important component of the ecosystem and plays a key role in revitalizing land after forest fires or soil erosion.

Manuka plants bloom only once a year, and only for a few weeks. This is what makes Manuka honey so valuable and rare. Beekeepers need to take advantage of just this short period of time to get their bees to the flowering Manuka bushes. This requires precision, experience and a deep understanding of nature and its rhythms.

Manuka, scientifically known as Leptospermum scoparium, is a small shrub or tree native to New Zealand and parts of Australia. Its small, delicate white or pink flowers are an important source of nectar for bees and the origin of the unique Manuka honey.

The Manuka plant is a master of adaptation, growing in a variety of soils, from sandy coasts to rocky mountainous landscapes. It is an important component of the ecosystem and plays a key role in revitalizing land after forest fires or soil erosion.

Manuka plants bloom only once a year, and only for a few weeks. This is what makes Manuka honey so valuable and rare. Beekeepers need to take advantage of just this short period of time to get their bees to the flowering Manuka bushes. This requires precision, experience and a deep understanding of nature and its rhythms.

How to recognize a real Manuka honey

Manuka honey is known worldwide for its unique properties. Unfortunately, due to its popularity and relatively high price compared to other honeys, there are also fakes on the market.

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