Tag: Honey grading systems

According to the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), Manuka honey is classified as either monofloral or multifloral, a distinction that directly influences the KFactor™ grading system. The choice between KFactor 12 and KFactor 16 depends entirely on your intended use and preference for potency, as one represents a purer, more potent form than the other.

Produced by bees from the nectar of the Manuka flower in New Zealand, this honey is not all created equal. This is precisely why there are different grades of Manuka honey, reflecting the varying levels of potent antibacterial compounds within each batch.

According to the brand Wedderspoon, K Factor 12 indicates that a Manuka honey is multifloral, with at least 65% Manuka pollen. While K Factor 12 Manuka honey is a high-quality product, its 'goodness' depends largely on your intended use and understanding of what the K Factor rating actually represents.