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which is mostly produced in New Zealand and Australia. The nectar of the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium) is used to make this type of honey, which is available in golden or dark brown colour.

It comes from the nectar of the flower of Leptospermum scoparium — also known as Manuka, which is only native to New Zealand. Mānuka, in fact, is a Maori word. "The plant itself is very rare.

“Unlike any other honey, manuka is produced from the nectar of the unique leptospermum scoparium tree, also known as a tea tree, which thrives in New Zealand,” she explained. “What makes it ...

Shayne Currie interviews beekeeper Liam Gavin and finds out how mānuka honey is finding its sweet spot again. High on a Northland hill, editor at large Shayne Currie meets a fourth-generation ...