Wondering which Manuka honey strength is right for you? With UMF™ ratings ranging from 5+ to 25+, choosing the best option can feel overwhelming. This guide explains what each UMF™ grade means and helps you select the right Manuka honey for your everyday needs.

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What Does the UMF™ Rating Mean?

The Unique Manuka Factor (UMF™) is the internationally recognized grading system for authentic New Zealand Manuka honey. It measures the concentration of naturally occurring compounds, including methylglyoxal (MGO), that make Manuka honey unique.

A higher UMF™ rating indicates a higher concentration of these naturally occurring compounds.

Typical UMF™ and MGO Equivalents

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Which UMF™ Strength Should You Choose?

🍯 UMF™ 5+ – Everyday Enjoyment

If you're new to Manuka honey or simply enjoy it as part of your daily diet, UMF™ 5+ is an excellent choice.

Ideal for:

• Daily use
• Tea, smoothies, and breakfast
• Natural sweetener
• Families

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🍯 UMF™ 10+ – Daily Wellness

UMF™ 10+ is one of the most popular grades. It offers a higher concentration of naturally occurring MGO while remaining an excellent everyday option.

Ideal for:

• Daily wellness routines
• Regular consumption
• Customers looking for authentic UMF™ certified Manuka honey

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🍯 UMF™ 15+ – A Premium Everyday Choice

UMF™ 15+ provides a significantly higher level of naturally occurring MGO and is often chosen by customers seeking a more premium-grade Manuka honey.

Ideal for:

• Regular Manuka honey users
• Those looking for a higher UMF™ grade
• Premium quality

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🍯 UMF™ 20+ – High Strength

UMF™ 20+ contains at least 829 mg/kg of MGO and is considered a high-strength Manuka honey.

Many customers choose UMF™ 20+ because it offers an excellent balance between premium quality and value.

Ideal for:

• Customers seeking a high-potency Manuka honey
• Those who prefer premium UMF™ grades

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🍯 UMF™ 23+ – Extra Premium

UMF™ 23+ is among the highest certified grades available and contains at least 1042 mg/kg of MGO.

Every batch is carefully tested and certified by the UMF™ Honey Association.

Ideal for:

• Experienced Manuka honey users
• Customers looking for very high MGO levels
• Premium gift purchases

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🍯 UMF™ 25+ – The Highest Grade

UMF™ 25+ represents one of the highest UMF™ grades commercially available.

Because honey of this quality is naturally rare, production volumes are limited.

Ideal for:

• Customers seeking the highest available UMF™ certification
• Premium gifts
• Collectors of exceptional Manuka honey

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Does Higher UMF™ Mean Better Honey?

Not necessarily.

Every UMF™ certified Manuka honey is genuine, independently tested, and meets strict quality standards.

The best choice depends on how you plan to enjoy your honey.

Many customers choose:

• UMF™ 5+ or 10+ for everyday use.
• UMF™ 15+ as a premium daily option.
• UMF™ 20+, 23+, or 25+ when they prefer a higher-strength Manuka honey.

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How Can You Verify Authenticity?

Always look for genuine UMF™ certification.

Every authentic UMF™ certified Manuka honey can be independently verified through the official UMF™ Honey Association.

Visit www.umf.org.nz and enter:

• the manufacturer's licence number, and
• the batch number printed on your jar.

You can then view the official UMF™ Quality Certificate confirming the authenticity and laboratory test results for your specific batch.

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Shop Authentic New Zealand Manuka Honey

At Manuka Canada, we proudly offer a wide selection of authentic UMF™ certified New Zealand Manuka honey, from UMF™ 5+ to UMF™ 25+.

For complete transparency, we also publish batch-specific laboratory test results whenever available, so you can see the actual MGO levels and verify the quality of the honey you purchase.

Explore our collection and find the UMF™ strength that's right for you.

Compare Our UMF™ Manuka Honey Collection.