Wild Blackberry Manuka Honey

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Wild Roses * Blackberry Nectar * Buttery Fudge

First the roses. Then the berries. Then the magic.

Every now and then, nature creates something truly unforgettable. Harvested from the wild blackberry, kānuka and Mānuka growing throughout the remote alpine landscapes surrounding Mt Lyford, this remarkable honey has become one of our most treasured seasonal harvests. Awarded a Bronze Medal in the APINZ Honey Awards (Special Reserve Category), it has also been recognised by premium bulk buyers for its exceptional flavour and quality.

Elegant, beautifully layered and unlike any traditional Mānuka honey, it's the honey people remember long after the last spoonful.

Wild Blackberry & Mānuka Honey is one of the most captivating honeys we harvest.

Although naturally high in kānuka and Mānuka, its flavour is wonderfully floral rather than herbal. Delicate wild rose petals open the tasting experience, followed by the sweet nectar of ripe blackberries before warm buttery Mānuka gently emerges, leaving a beautifully balanced floral finish.

Its rich bouquet of berries and roses, together with its unforgettable flavour, has made it a favourite at tastings and one of the most sought-after honeys in our collection. Cold extracted, never blended and harvested in small seasonal batches, every jar captures the changing character of New Zealand's wild alpine landscape.

Elegant. Unforgettable. Uniquely Mt Lyford.

Sensory Profile

Sweetness

Floral

Herbal

Earthy

Caramel

Aroma

A heavenly bouquet of wild roses, ripe berries and warm floral nectar.

Colour

Rich, luminous golden.

Palate

Soft, creamy and remarkably fudge-like, with an exceptionally fine natural crystal structure.

Tasting Notes

Delicate wild roses melt into sweet blackberry nectar before rich buttery fudge notes emerge. Finishing with beautifully floral, lingering sweetness and only the gentlest hint of botanical Mānuka, it's a memorable indulgence unlike any other honey in our collection.

Why It's Special

A rare seasonal honey exclusive to Mt Lyford and award winner at the APINZ Honey Awards (Special Reserve) 2022.

Forage

Wild blackberry, wild roses, kānuka, Mānuka and diverse alpine wildflowers.

Perfect Pairing

Warm croissants, fresh scones, vanilla ice cream, soft cheeses, fresh berries, pancakes and by the spoonful.

Harvest Location

Alpine riverbed and high country slopes surrounding Mt Lyford.

What does Wild Blackberry & Mānuka Honey taste like?

Expect an elegant flavour journey beginning with delicate wild rose, followed by sweet blackberry nectar before warm buttery Mānuka and kānuka complete the experience. Beautifully floral and wonderfully balanced, it's unlike any traditional Mānuka honey.

Why doesn't it taste like traditional Mānuka honey?

Although naturally high in kānuka and Mānuka, this honey also reflects the influence of wild blackberry and a diverse range of alpine blossoms. The result is a beautifully floral, berry-forward honey with only a gentle botanical finish.

Has this honey won any awards?

Yes. Wild Blackberry & Mānuka Honey was awarded a Bronze Medal in the APINZ Honey Awards (Special Reserve Category), recognising its exceptional quality and distinctive flavour.

Why does the flavour change between harvests?

Because we never blend our honey, every harvest reflects the unique flowering patterns and seasonal conditions of that year. Each batch is a genuine expression of the Mt Lyford landscape.

What foods pair best with Wild Blackberry & Mānuka Honey?

Its warmth and floral berry character makes it perfect with warm croissants, fresh scones, pancakes, vanilla ice cream, soft cheeses, fresh berries and desserts, or simply enjoyed by the spoonful.