You're in good hands with Manuka Doctor

Proven natural products. Superior quality direct from the bee-keeper.

As a leading New Zealand producer of genuine Manuka Honey our MGO ratings are independently tested.

All of our honey is packed and exported under a registered Risk Management Programme (RMP) with the New Zealand Government's Ministry of Primary Industries with our RMP number HNZ06.

Our official New Zealand licences:

  • UMF (1026)
  • New Zealand Made (805337)
  • Fernmark (100241)
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🐝 Trusted for WellBeeing® by Doctors, Health Professionals, Pro Athletes and 100,000+ reviewers

Dr Hilary has been proudly working with us for nearly 10 years. helping to spread the benefits of Manuka honey. Over that time he has used his reputation as one of the UK’s most trusted television doctors and health experts to explain how genuine New Zealand-sourced Manuka Doctor can support everyday health and wellbeing.

From providing soothing relief for sore throats and coughs to supporting the immune system as a natural alternative to more conventional remedies, drawing on his decades of experience as a GP, broadcaster and public health communicator.

"I believe in Manuka Honey and have been a fan of its properties for many years"

Dr Hilary Jones — GP & TV Health Expert

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Manuka Doctor Manuka Honey naturally improves your wellbeeing® with every spoonful, every day.

Natural Wellbeeing®

The Doctor is in every jar. Natural, R.A.W. and seriously delicious.

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Harvested & packed by us in New Zealand

Pure, powerful and full of benefits - straight from our Hive to your Home.

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Guaranteed Authenticity

Trusted and Traceable. When we screw the lid on, no one opens it until you do.

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Buy with confidence as Trading Standards approves Manuka Doctor

Not only are our products rated highly by you in reviews, but on the rare occasion you might have a problem, like missing your parcel, our friendly customer services team are only a phone call or email away, and happy to help.

The "Trusted Trader" logo means that our business has been checked, vetted and monitored to ensure we have a high level of customer service, and customers can buy with confidence.

This scheme is the only nationally available business approval scheme that's 100 per cent owned, controlled and operated by independent public sector bodies. You can see a list of all the businesses Trading Standards have vetted and approved on this website.

To receive this award, Manuka Doctor has been approved on all of the following criteria:

  • Vetted and approved by Trading Standards representative.
  • Committed to operating in a legal, honest and fair way.
  • Qualified, experienced and fully insured.
  • Monitored to ensure a high level of customer service.
  • Advised on Trading Standards legislation.
  • Spot checks with customers to ensure service.

The Buy With Confidence scheme is operated solely by local government Trading Standards departments. That means all checking and monitoring is done directly by them, not by third parties or private companies.

Retail Partners

We’re the best-selling honey in 800 branches of Holland & Barrett in the UK and Ireland where we’ve been proudly stocked for over 10 years.

You can find our range in stores where trained H&B Store Specialists can advise you on the health benefits of taking Manuka. In fact, Manuka Doctor is the best selling brand of honey in Holland & Barrett.

Find us in more than 800 branches of Holland & Barrett

In the UK and Ireland

What makes us different

When you choose us, you’ll get

Authenticity

Real Manuka starts with real people. At Manuka Doctor, we are proud to be 100% New Zealand owned, with a fully vertically integrated system — from Hive to Home. This means we oversee every step of the process to ensure purity and quality. All our honey is single-origin, sourced exclusively from Leptospermum scoparium (L. scoparium), the native Mānuka bush, and is proudly certified New Zealand Made.

Sustainability

We honour the hive by protecting nature at every step. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our packaging, which uses New Zealand-made rPET — a fully recyclable material that supports the circular economy. We actively avoid unnecessary packaging and excess materials. Our approach to bee welfare and responsible land stewardship is rooted in our vision for long-term environmental harmony, ensuring we care for the land as much as the honey it provides. We've planted over 1 million Manuka seedlings to future proof supply and regenerate land.

Quality

At Manuka Doctor, we are committed to exceptional quality every step of the way. Our Mānuka honey is packed right here in New Zealand and tested multiple times by independent laboratories to ensure purity and strength. Every jar clearly displays its MGO rating for transparency and trust. Our honey is raw, certified, and fully traceable from hive to home — offering you authenticity, integrity, and the highest possible standards, every time.

Full Transparency. NZ Proud

  • 100% New Zealand Owned – Our local ownership means decisions are made with Kiwi values at heart. Every jar supports New Zealand communities, jobs, and environmental standards.
  • Fully Vertically Integrated – We manage every step of the journey ourselves: from hive management and honey extraction to processing, packing, and export. This complete oversight ensures quality, consistency, and accountability.
  • New Zealand Origin Honey – Our Manuka honey is sourced from Leptospermum scoparium (L. scoparium), native to New Zealand. This guarantees botanical integrity with no cheap over-seas honey blended or fillers.
  • NZ Made – All our honey is packed right here in New Zealand. That means what you see on the label is what you get—genuine, local Manuka with full traceability.

In a global market crowded with vague labels and imported blends, Authenticity is more than a buzzword—it’s a promise. Manuka Doctor delivers real, traceable Manuka honey from genuine New Zealand hives. We don’t outsource, cut corners, or compromise. When you choose Manuka Doctor, you’re choosing transparency, trust, and true origin—from hive to home.

Protecting Nature. Honouring the Hive

  • Future Proofing Planting - We have planted over 1 million Manuka plants to ensure a Manuka supply of the future.
  • NZ-Made rPET Packaging – We use recycled PET (rPET) packaging made right here in New Zealand. It’s lightweight, fully recyclable, and helps reduce reliance on virgin plastics—minimising waste and supporting a circular economy.
  • No Outer Boxes – We’ve eliminated unnecessary outer packaging for our honey jars. By doing away with extra boxes, we reduce material usage, energy in production, and post-consumer waste.
  • Bee Welfare First – Our ethical beekeeping practices prioritise the health of our bees and the ecosystems they live in. We avoid over-harvesting, respect natural foraging cycles, and work to protect New Zealand’s vital pollinator populations. Our beekeepers look after over 300 million bees and 10,000 hives.
  • Low Carbon Commitment – By sourcing, processing, and packing locally, we reduce transport emissions and energy use - ensuring a lower carbon footprint from start to finish.
  • GMO-Free – We use only ingredients that are naturally sourced and never genetically modified. Our products are verified to be free from genetic engineering.

Sustainability is more than a checkbox—it’s part of our DNA. In every decision we make, from packaging to hive management, we aim to tread lightly and protect what matters most. Our jars aren’t just filled with premium Manuka honey—they’re a reflection of our commitment to nature, to ethical business, and to a better future for the next generation of beekeepers and consumers alike.

Backed by Science. Proven by Nature.

  • R.A.W. Certified – Manuka Doctor is the only honey brand in the world to hold independent R.A.W. certification. This guarantees minimal processing and no excessive heat—preserving the natural enzymes, pollen, and nutrients just as nature intended.
  • UMF Certified – Our monofloral Manuka honey is graded under the Unique Manuka Factor (UMF) system. This globally recognised grading ensures the honey’s purity, potency, and presence of key markers like MGO, DHA, and Leptosperin. This Gold Standard Certification is only available for New Zealand brands like Manuka Doctor. Our UMF Licence Number is 1026.
  • Independent Lab-Tested MGO Ratings – Every batch of Manuka Doctor honey is tested in third-party laboratories to verify MGO levels, confirm UMF ratings, and ensure overall authenticity and quality.
  • MPI Export Standards – We meet or exceed all criteria set by New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), ensuring every jar is safe, traceable, and compliant with national export regulations. In addition, all of our honey is packed and exported under a registered Risk Management Programme (RMP) with the New Zealand Government's Ministry of Primary Industries with our RMP number HNZ06
  • Finally, the Manuka Doctor brand is the only Manuka honey globally to achieve and retain the BSI the Kitemark for Food Assurance after the company has continually passed rigorous Kitemark audits carried out in New Zealand by BSI over the past three years.

When it comes to your health and wellness, compromise isn’t an option. Our strict quality standards offer more than just reassurance - they provide real proof. From independent testing and scientific grading to full regulatory compliance, Manuka Doctor honey delivers verified efficacy and unmatched integrity. It’s Manuka you can trust, with every spoonful backed by science and crafted by nature.

Fuelling Professional Athletes

Manuka Doctor has always supported elite level sport both in New Zealand and on the world stage. From sponsorships of events like the New Zealand Open golf tournament and the naming rights of the iconic Manuka Doctor Tennis Arena in Auckland, to backing individual New Zealand sporting heroes from the words of boxing and combat sports. Proudly current sponsor of the New Zealand Olympic Team, and New Zealand Winter Olympians.

"Manuka honey, its my natural energy hit"

Joseph Parker – Heavyweight Boxer

Bee-ing Kind

At Manuka Doctor we give back to people and the planet though our “BeeingKind” philosophy. Initiatives include planting over one million Manuka seedlings to support future biodiversity. Donating tonnes of honey to food rescue organisations like KiwiHarvest. Or walking for charity to support the Matt Hampson Foundation.

Proud to be supporting local charities

Our sponsored walk for the Matt Hampson Foundation

Looking for more information?

Here's what you need to know.

What is MGO in Manuka Honey: Ratings & the New Zealand Government's Science Definition

We asked the experts to explain what the numbers stand for and why they are on the label.

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Manuka Doctor Honey Retains BSI Kitemark™

Manuka Doctor was the first product of its kind to achieve the prestigious BSI Kitemark, helping British customers trust the products they buy.

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