Mānuka honey is unlike any other honey on earth. Sweet and medicinal. Rare and naturally potent with properties that transcend flavour.

The origin of mānuka

Mānuka honey is crafted by bees who forage exclusively on Leptospermum scoparium — a flowering native shrub that grows wild only in New Zealand. This remarkable plant has been treasured in traditional Māori healing for countless generations.

When bees transform its precious nectar into honey, something extraordinary occurs — they create a substance rich in antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and healing properties that science is only beginning to understand.

What sets mānuka honey apart is its unique chemical composition, particularly two key compounds:

MGO (Methylglyoxal) — The magic molecule that gives mānuka its legendary power. Higher MGO levels indicate stronger antimicrobial potency. DHA (Dihydroxyacetone) — Found naturally in mānuka nectar, DHA transforms into MGO over time through nature's patient wisdom. Because these compounds remain invisible, they must be measured through precise testing — which is where rigorous certification becomes essential.

Understanding the Unique Mānuka Factor (UMF™)

UMF™ is the globally recognised grading system
It guarantees purity, potency, and authenticity. To earn a UMF™ rating, mānuka honey must meet strict testing standards across four critical markers: MGO, DHA, Leptosperin, and HMF. At Naki, every jar carries UMF™ certification and remains traceable to its precise origin. Your honey's unique QR code reveals your batch's complete test results and harvest details.
What do the UMF™ numbers mean?
The UMF™ scale ranges from 5+ to 25+, with higher numbers indicating greater potency: UMF™ 5+ to 10+ — Everyday wellness: perfect for daily immune support and gentle morning rituals UMF™ 12+ to 16+ — High-grade mānuka: ideal for therapeutic applications and beauty routines UMF™ 18+ to 20+ — Rare and powerful: suitable for topical healing and intensive wellness support

Experience New Zealand's most revered honey

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Naki UMF25+ Mānuka Honey Naki UMF25+ Mānuka Honey
Naki UMF25+ Mānuka Honey
R 1,124.00
R 1,124.00
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R 1,124.00
Naki UMF20+ Mānuka Honey Naki UMF15+ Mānuka Honey from New Zealand
Naki UMF20+ Mānuka Honey
R 993.00
R 993.00
R 993.00
R 993.00
Naki UMF15+ Mānuka Honey Naki UMF15+ Mānuka Honey from New Zealand
Naki UMF15+ Mānuka Honey
R 800.00
R 800.00
R 800.00
R 800.00
Naki UMF12+ Mānuka Honey Naki UMF12+ Mānuka Honey
Naki UMF12+ Mānuka Honey
R 608.00
R 608.00
R 608.00
R 608.00
Proudly Made in New Zealand
Harvested on lush New Zealand soil - from the terroir of the Taranaki. This geographic provenance guarantees purity and integrity.
UMF™ Certified Excellence
Naki is a member of the universally accepted standard for mānuka honey brands. The Unique Manuka Factor Honey Association sets the bar in mānuka authenticity.
Lab Certified
Every batch undergoes rigorous third-party testing to measure the MGO, the DHA, the mānuka pollen quotient and other important signals ensuring quality in every tub.