PURITI - Your Introduction To Pure Mānuka Honey

Perhaps this is your first introduction to New Zealand’s rarest honey; don’t worry, it may seem overwhelming but understanding the basics of  pure Mānuka honey is not too difficult. At PURITI, we make it our goal to make sure everyone has the ability to enjoy a taste of 100% pure New Zealand Mānuka honey. 

Have a read of this blog to gain some basic knowledge on what makes Mānuka honey a step above the rest. We go through an extensive amount of research, testing and tracing to ensure that every customer gets nothing short of premium monofloral Mānuka honey. By the end of this article, you’ll understand the origin of Mānuka honey, why it’s unique and why you should consider purchasing all of your pure Mānuka honey products from PURITI. 

Where Does Pure Mānuka Honey Come From? 

New Zealand is the home of Mānuka honey. There are occasional discussions that happen where Australia has come to claim to also produce Mānuka honey, as they have a species of tree that is very similar to the native Mānuka. 

However, due to the intense regulation of Mānuka honey in New Zealand, it’s safe to say that the level of quality/validation/certification required to sell Mānuka honey here means that the product is likely to be pure. 

Blooming just a few weeks a year, the Mānuka flower produces a nectar that is extracted by honeybees and then “worked” to create raw monofloral Mānuka honey. Although honey has been around for thousands of years, monofloral Mānuka honey was first discovered by Kiwi biochemist, Peter Molan in 1981. Molan’s discovery lead to a new kind of delicious honey being discovered as well as a few unique properties that have made Mānuka honey some of the most sought-after worldwide. 

For more information please read, “Where Does The Best Mānuka Honey Come From?”

What Makes Genuine Mānuka Honey Different? 

There are many reasons why monofloral Mānuka honey is on another level compared to other varieties throughout the world. Firstly, the category of Mānuka honey being “monofloral” means that it is derived from one species of nectar. 

Most honey in the world is multifloral as companies will rarely ensure bees only extract the nectar from one type of flower, as this is a costly operation. Multifloral honey is an excellent method of producing large-scale honey products for all the world to enjoy, but they do lack the unique ingredients found within pure Mānuka honey. 

Secondly, Mānuka honey has a very distinct look to it. Its rich, caramel-like texture almost makes it look like a confectionary. This amazing creamy texture is also mixed with a unique flavour profile that includes botanical and nutty notes along with an earthy taste. 

Additionally, and perhaps most importantly, the biochemicals within pure Mānuka honey are quite special. When Molan discovered monofloral Mānuka honey, he also found that this honey has exceptionally high levels of a bioactive ingredient called methylglyoxal (MGO). 

Some buyers throughout the world are only concerned with the MGO concentration. Even though PURITI ensures to have strong concentrations of ALL important bioactive ingredients, it’s understandable that buyers only want high MGO - as this is the factor responsible for potency. 

The three other bioactive factors within pure monofloral Mānuka honey include: 

1. Leptosperin (DNA marker) - measures the authenticity of Mānuka honey
2. Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) - measures the shelf-life of Mānuka honey
3. Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) - measures the freshness of Mānuka honey

What Can I Use Monofloral Mānuka Honey For? 

Monofloral Mānuka honey can be used for a variety of purposes. Aside from being eaten by the spoon, there are several ways pure Mānuka honey can benefit your day-to-day. 

Some of the uses include: 

• Soothing agent for a sore throat 
• Hydrating facial mask 
• Natural sugar substitute 

Why Should I Buy Pure Mānuka Honey From PURITI? 

If you’re going to begin your Mānuka honey journey, you should definitely consider PURITI as your go-to supplier. Why? Where to begin… Our Mānuka honey is 100% monofloral, raw, unpasteurised and Made in New Zealand. We can guarantee this with our extensive testing capabilities and certifications. Each jar of our unbeatable Mānuka honey comes UMF™certified, which is arguably the gold standard of all Mānuka honey validation methods. 

PURIT separates itself from other monofloral Mānuka honey brands by ensuring we exceed the requirements of the already-strict guidelines of UMF™. Every jar of our UMF™-certified Mānuka honey has a minimum MGO requirement that is higher than what UMF™ asks for.

For more information on our strict minimum MGO concentrations, please read - PURITI’s Standards. 

Receiving the coveted UMF™ stamp of approval means that we have met their stringent requirements. the four factors mentioned need to be present within the honey at certain concentrations to receive UMF™ certification. 

Alongside all the necessary certifications, all of our Mānuka honey jars come with over 11 anti-counterfeit features to ensure that purchases from PURITI cannot be replicated elsewhere. Some of these features include an engraved branded NZ map, proprietary lid, tamper evident/break seal, black light invisible ink and a laser-etched jar. 

PURITI Can Provide You With 100% Pure New Zealand Mānuka Honey

At PURITI, we provide sensational, creamy and untouched UMF™-certified Mānuka honey that exceeds all requirements to guarantee purity and potency. Each Mānuka honey product that we sell exceeds the minimum required leptosperin and MGO concentrations set by UMF™HA. As a result, consumers can buy from PURITI confidently, knowing that we are only selling 100% genuine New Zealand Mānuka honey.

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