New Zealand Manuka honey is recognized worldwide for its unique characteristics and demanding quality standards. One of the main benchmarks for choosing this exceptional honey is the MGO (Methylglyoxal) concentration, a component naturally present in the Manuka flower.
Today, we go further: all our honeys are now certified both MGO and UMF™, to offer you the best of both worlds.
What is the difference between MGO and UMF?
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MGO directly measures the Methylglyoxal content, expressed in mg/kg. This component is recognized as one of the main natural markers of Manuka.
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The UMF™ (Unique Manuka Factor) is an official certification issued in New Zealand. It encompasses not only MGO but also two other key markers: DHA and leptosperin.
👉 In summary: MGO is a clear and direct figure, while UMF™ is a comprehensive guarantee of quality, authenticity, and purity. Both are complementary, and we have chosen to combine them in every jar.
Why we offer both: MGO + UMF™
For a long time, we only offered MGO honeys because this simple and readable figure allowed everyone to know the honey’s strength.
Today, we have chosen to go even further by adding the UMF™ certification, which provides:
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Rigorous traceability, controlled by an independent body,
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A comprehensive quality control on several natural compounds,
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Guaranteed authenticity at every stage, from harvest to bottling.
It is this dual commitment that allows us to offer a premium Manuka honey, 100% New Zealand, certified and transparent.
Specific properties and uses of MGO / UMF concentrations
- MGO 100 / UMF 5+: This level is ideal for those who want to discover the benefits of Manuka honey without extreme potency. It is often used to improve digestion, soothe the throat, and support the immune system. You can add it to your cup of tea or use it as a natural sweetener in your drinks.
- MGO 400 / UMF 13+: It offers significant health benefits. It is recommended to strengthen the immune system, promote wound healing, improve skin health, and support digestion. It can be consumed directly, mixed into smoothies, or applied to the skin to help treat skin conditions.
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MGO 829 / UMF 20/: With a high level of MGO, MGO 829 Manuka honey is a true concentrate of antibacterial power. It is often used to treat more serious health problems, such as infections, infected wounds, and ulcers. This Manuka honey is a valuable asset to strengthen the body's resistance and fight bacterial infections.
The natural power of Manuka
Thanks to this dual MGO + UMF™ certification, you know exactly what each jar contains: a pure, natural, tested, traceable honey harvested in a preserved environment in the heart of New Zealand.
Whatever your use—daily wellness, gustatory pleasure, or skin care—you can choose the concentration level that suits you, with full confidence.
No need to choose between MGO or UMF™ anymore: we offer you both.
Our Manuka honey is harvested, jarred, and certified directly in New Zealand. It combines the precision of MGO with the rigor of UMF™ certification, to guarantee you an authentic, powerful, and transparent product.