Mānuka honey comes only from the nectar of the mānuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium), native to New Zealand. It’s thicker and darker than everyday honey, with a rich, earthy, caramel-like taste.

What sets it apart is MGO (methylglyoxal), a natural compound found in mānuka at far higher levels than in any other honey. The MGO number on every jar tells you its strength: the higher the number, the rarer the honey.