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1839

1839 produces graded Manuka honey from New Zealand, labelled with both UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) and MGO (methylglyoxal) ratings so you can compare strength between jars in a standardised way.

What we stock: a full range of gradings from entry-level UMF 7+ up to UMF 22+, plus MGO 40+ multifloral honey, in both 250g jars and 400g pouches.

Because Manuka honey pricing and quality tracks its grading closely, the FAQs below cover how to choose between the different strengths on offer.


Frequently Asked Questions

UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) and MGO (methylglyoxal) are two different systems used to grade the strength of Manuka honey, and 1839 labels its jars with one or the other depending on the product.

UMF is an independently licensed grading system that reflects several markers of authenticity and potency together. MGO measures one specific compound (methylglyoxal) directly in mg/kg.

Neither is "better" -- they're just different scales, so it's worth checking which one is on the jar you're comparing rather than assuming the numbers mean the same thing across brands.

If you're trying Manuka honey for the first time, a lower grading such as UMF 7+ or 10+ is a reasonable starting point -- it has the characteristic Manuka flavour and properties at a more accessible price point than the higher grades.

Higher gradings like UMF 20+ or 22+, and MGO 40+, cost more because they're rarer and more concentrated, and tend to appeal to people who already use Manuka honey regularly and want a stronger jar.

There's no single "correct" grade -- it comes down to budget and how established your Manuka honey habit already is.

1839's 250g glass jars are the standard format and suit a spoon straight from the jar. The 400g pouches hold more honey for the price and reseal easily, which some customers prefer for kitchen use where the honey gets used up quickly.

Yes -- Manuka honey can be used just like any other honey, stirred into tea, spread on toast, or eaten straight from a spoon, in addition to however else you choose to use it.

Store it at room temperature, out of direct sunlight, with the lid sealed tightly between uses. Honey doesn't need refrigeration and, kept properly, has a long shelf life.

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