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Raw Manuka Honey UMF 15+
Steens uses a unique 'Whole Bean' cold-press extraction method that doesn't fine-filter the honey, resulting in a higher amino acid and pollen content than even other premium Manuka brands.
Quality & Materials
Raw, unpasteurized, and cold-pressed. Contains higher levels of bee bread and pollen than filtered honeys.
Evidence & Testing
UMF 15+ certified (MGO 514+). Provides specific levels of Leptosperin and DHA (Dihydroxyacetone).
Brand Transparency
Industry-leading traceability; users can enter a batch code on their website to see the exact GPS coordinates of the hive where the honey was harvested.
Value Assessment
High price point, but justified by the unique processing method that preserves more of the hive's natural nutrients.
Why Not Alternatives?
While other premium brands use centrifugal extraction that can warm the honey, Steens' cold-press method ensures the honey never exceeds the natural temperature of the hive (approx. 98°F).
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