From Hive to Home: Celebrating 20 Years of Quality & Sustainability

There’s something truly special about opening a jar of Wedderspoon Manuka honey. The sweet aroma and creamy texture taking you straight from the wild hills of New Zealand to your morning oatmeal or a warm cup of tea. 

For us at Wedderspoon, it’s all about two things: top-notch quality and caring for our planet, and the bees that make it all possible. 

As we celebrate our 20-year anniversary, that commitment to quality has never changed. For two decades, it’s what has made Wedderspoon unique, and what continues to earn the trust of families around the world. 

Rooted in New Zealand’s Bee‑First Ecology 

Our Manuka honey isn’t just made in New Zealand; it comes from New Zealand. Our hives sit on rolling hills near Lake Wakatipu, surrounded by mountain ranges and a landscape where bees thrive. 

We are proud stewards of New Zealand’s 150‑year apiary tradition, and our master beekeepers champion a sustainable, bee‑first ecology. 

We harvest gently so our pollinators can do what they do best. This way, our bees have plenty of natural forage and aren’t stressed by over-harvesting or exposure to synthetic chemicals. 

Keeping It Raw, Pure and Tested

Quality starts in the hive and continues through every step of production. Our honey is kept raw and carefully nurtured in New Zealand, never pasteurized, and gently creamed so its natural enzymes and micronutrients stay intact. Each batch is triple‑filtered to deliver the rich, creamy honey you love, exceeding New Zealand’s Manuka honey standards. 

Before any jar leaves our facilities, it undergoes independent laboratory testing to confirm it meets the strict scientific standards set by the Ministry for Primary Industries. We were the first Manuka honey facility to earn Safe Quality Food (SQF) certification for both food safety and food quality. 

Our MGO methodology goes even further: it measures five holistic markers of genuine Manuka honey and ensures each batch is straight from the Manuka bush and right to your home. We partner with leading researchers who study the unique properties of Manuka honey, including its MGO content. Their work helps validate the science behind our honey, so you can feel confident knowing it’s backed by research.  

Quality also means keeping unwanted chemicals out. Every Wedderspoon Manuka honey is Non‑GMO Project verified, and we test to ensure it’s free of antibiotics, pesticides and glyphosate. 

Organic Practices 

Why It Matters 

Choosing Wedderspoon isn’t just about taste; it’s about supporting a brand that truly cares. From bee welfare and sustainable farming to our uncompromising quality standards, every jar reflects our promise to protect the planet and preserve the magic of Manuka for generations to come. 

Looking Ahead: The Next 20 Years and Beyond 

As we celebrate this milestone, we are reflecting on the journey that brought us here and the people who made it possible. 

Our story began in New Zealand’s hives, and that is where it always leads back to: simple, honest ingredients and a belief that great things take time. Those same values will guide us into the next chapter as we continue to craft the Manuka honey you know and love. 

We invite you to keep exploring our story. 
👉 Manuka Honey vs. Regular Honey: Which One Sweetens Your Day Best? 

And to celebrate this moment, we are saying thank you the sweetest way we know how with 20% off sitewide for 2 days only. 

Here’s to the next 20 years of craftsmanship, connection, and a little sweetness in every spoonful. 

👉 Shop the 20th Anniversary Sale – 20% Off Sitewide 

Join us on this journey – your taste buds (and the bees) will thank you!