The ‘world’s rarest’ honey pot worth £1,300

A limited-edition jar of Manuka honey is selling for £1,300 in the UK.

Launched by The True Honey Co, the Rare Harvest offering is classified 2050 methylgoxal (MGO) – the ingredient within manuka honey associated with antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. This is a significant amount considering the company’s other offerings start from 300 MGO.

The rare honey pot comes with a unique manuka factor (UMF) grade of 34. The True Honey Co describes it has presenting with a ‘toffee-like sweetness’ paired with a ‘savoury and mocha-infused complexity’.

“As you know, Manuka is known for being the ultimate wellness elixir and the higher the MGO, the more powerful the Manuka benefits,”​ noted the company. “Rare Harvest 20250 MGO is packed with potent antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties making it a natural powerhouse for fighting infections, promoting healing, and reducing inflammation.”​

Given its elevated price tag, it is unsurprising that Rare Harvest 2050 is selling in premium retailers including Harrods and Selfridges.

Image source: The True Honey Co​