Steens Raw Manuka Honey

Most Manuka honey produced is heated to high temperatures (66C or 150F) during production, they do this to...

• Destroy yeast spores which can cause the honey to ferment
• Melt the crystal allowing producers to reconstitute the natural formation of honey crystals as part of the creaming process
• Makes the honey easier to pour out of its storage containers in preparation for packing

The honey then undergoes a secondary creaming process where heat is applied. Unfortunately, when honey is heated to these high temperatures it destroys some of the enzymatic properties, as well the flavours and aromas of the honey. The creaming process involves melting of the natural honey crystal and the addition of fine honey crystals to ‘seed’ the honey to take on uniform consistency. Additionally, to help achieve a smooth and uniform consistency creamed honey undergoes filtration to remove any fine particles that may interfere with the ‘seeding’ process but in doing so is further removing more of the beneficial nutrients.

At a Glance

Steens manuka honey is raw and unpasteurized, made by bees who pollinate flowers from the manuka plant in New Zealand.

The benefits of Steens manuka honey include its high amino acid profile, higher nutrient content, and natural enzymes that aid digestion.

Manuka honey is used to treat wounds, improve oral hygiene, prevent acne, and more.