Tips for Selecting the Best Kai Ora Mānuka Honey
Socially responsible. Environmentally conscious. Whenua-rooted.
Choosing the right Mānuka honey shouldn’t feel complicated — especially when you’re choosing a product that’s good for your whānau and good for the world around you.
At Kai Ora, our honey isn’t just a pantry staple; it’s a reflection of our whakapapa, our whenua, and the generations of Māori beekeepers who have cared for these taonga species. Whether you’re new to MGO ratings or simply looking for the perfect jar, here are three simple tips to help you find the best Kai Ora Mānuka Honey for your lifestyle — while supporting socially and environmentally conscious choices.
Choose Your Strength — MGO Matters
MGO (Methylglyoxal) is the key natural compound that gives Mānuka honey its renowned wellness properties. At Kai Ora, we offer a full range of MGO strengths to suit your needs — all harvested responsibly in Te Tai Tokerau.
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MGO 80–263+
Perfect for everyday sweetness from our Floral & Multifloral ranges. Beautiful for teas, breakfast bowls, and baking. -
MGO 300–500+
Great for daily immunity and natural wellness routines. -
MGO 800–1000+
A premium, high-potency choice for those who want the strongest activity levels.
By choosing the MGO strength that fits your lifestyle, you’re also supporting sustainable, Māori-led beekeeping practices that strengthen our regional communities.
Trust Provenance — Straight From Te Tai Tokerau
True Mānuka honey carries the story of its whenua.
Every Kai Ora product is:
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Harvested by Māori beekeepers with generations of knowledge
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Produced in small, regional batches to protect the environment
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Traceable back to the Far North, ensuring authenticity and transparency
Know Your Kai Ora Honey Type
Every type of Kai Ora honey offers something unique — not just in flavour and texture, but in how it connects to our land and ecosystems.
Monofloral Mānuka
Our higher MGO honeys, known for their bold flavour and powerful natural properties. Ethically harvested with deep respect for our bees and environment.
Multifloral Mānuka & Floral Honey
Smooth, creamy, and family-friendly. Produced with minimal processing to maintain natural goodness and reduce environmental impact.
No matter which jar you choose, every batch is slow-churned — a traditional, energy-efficient method that gives Kai Ora honey its signature creamy texture.
Check out our selection of Manuka Honey.
There's a Manuka Honey for Every Occasion & Whether you're looking for a daily indulgence, a natural remedy, or a one-of-a-kind gift from New Zealand, we believe there's a perfect Manuka honey for you.
Take your pick of our Manuka Honey products today.