50 Ways to Enjoy Manuka Honey
While we often associate Manuka honey with its role in soothing sore throats or sweetening our morning beverages, there are many exciting ways to add a little extra buzz into your daily life.
To prove just how versatile it is, we’ve put together 50 ways to make the most of your Manuka honey… from superfood drinks to culinary adventures, mouth-watering desserts and even DIY skincare.
Keep scrolling and stock up on bioactive goodness – because your daily health routine just got sweeter!
Superfood Sips
Sunrise sips, moonlit toasts, refreshing pick-me-ups, mocktails, smoothies, sore-throat soothers and upgrades to classic teas… a squeeze of nourishing Manuka honey makes all the difference in these drinks!
5 Refreshing Manuka Honey Smoothies for Summer
Rejuvenate your body during the hot summer months with these vibrant smoothies. Packed with fruits, nuts, seeds, and, of course... the naturally bioactive goodness of Manuka honey.Strawberry Manuka Protein Smoothie
This protein-packed smoothie is brimming with fibre and nourishing Manuka. It’s a summer must-have!
Manuka Triple Berry Smoothie
Grab some bananas, get those berries from the bottom of your freezer, and blend them up with Capilano Manuka Honey for a satisfying morning pick-me-up.
Mint Manuka Berry Smoothie
Kickstart your day with minty freshness, tangy berries, and a good squeeze of Manuka honey. Invigoration in a glass!
Green Dream Summer Manuka Honey Smoothie
Five fridge staples, one sweet superfood — blend for a nutritious green delight.
Manuka Honey Tropical Smoothie
With just three ingredients and a drizzle of Capilano Manuka Honey, this tropical delight is your ticket to paradise.
3 Sore Throat Soothing Elixirs
When a cold or flu hits, soothe your throat and lift your spirits with these vibrant, nurturing elixirs - powered by the magic of bioactive Manuka honey.Beetroot, Ginger, Lemon, and Manuka Shot
Elevate your well-being with this invigorating blend of Capilano Manuka honey, zesty lemon, ginger, and beetroot.
Turmeric, Manuka, and Orange Elixir
Kickstart your day with a sweet elixir combining the natural benefits of citrus, turmeric, and bioactive Manuka honey.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Manuka Honey Shot
This health shot, featuring Manuka Honey, cinnamon, and tangy apple cider vinegar, will leave you refreshed and revitalized!
4 Warming Manuka Honey Drinks
There's nothing quite like a comforting warm beverage on chilly mornings or when nursing a scratchy throat. Elevate your classics with the sweet and healthy addition of Manuka honey.Manuka Honey, Ginger Lemon Tea
A classic sore throat remedy gets an upgrade with the bioactive benefits (and great taste) of Capilano Manuka Honey.
Manuka Hot Toddy
Warm, rich and spicy. Hot toddies take the edge off a scratchy throat and are great for winding down after a long day.
Cinnamon Orange and Manuka Honey Tea
Zesty citrus meets sweet Manuka honey with a hint of woody black pepper. Perfect for those chilly mornings before you dash off to work.
Manuka Peppermint Tea
Add some mint and Capilano Manuka Honey to hot water for a fragrant and aromatic tea. It’s pure comfort on winter days.
3 Delicious Manuka Honey Cough Syrups
Seeking a natural remedy for a scratchy throat or nagging cough? Say goodbye to bitter syrups and hello to Manuka honey syrups you'll look forward to taking!Garlic Ginger Manuka Cough Syrup
Just as great on pizza as it is for your scratchy throat! Whip up a spoonful of goodness with this garlic, ginger, and Capilano Manuka Honey cough syrup.
Manuka Lemon Thyme Cough Syrup
Soothe your sore throat with this homemade cough syrup featuring the bioactive goodness of Manuka honey, zesty lemon, and thyme leaves.
Berry Manuka Cough Syrup
Tired of sour-tasting cough syrups? Our sweet and soothing Berry Manuka Cough Syrup is a sure winner for kids and adults alike.
4 Manuka Honey Cocktails
Summer calls for celebration! Set up your outdoor table and toast to party season with these uplifting, Manuka-infused, and brightly flavoured cocktail recipes!Bee's Knees Cocktail
Gin, hot water, lemon juice, a lemon twist garnish, and the active goodness of Capilano Manuka Honey combine to create an uplifting summer cocktail.
Honey Beer
Yes, you read that right. This smooth, lightly sweetened cocktail is the ultimate refresher for a warm Aussie afternoon. Pair it with a BBQ lunch for a beauty of a weekend!
Honey Watermelon Refresher
A zesty blend of lime, crisp watermelon, sweet Capilano Manuka Honey, salt, grapefruit, and a shot of gin. This refresher is best enjoyed by the pool!
Honey Bee Spritz
Light, crisp, and aromatic – this spritz adds a touch of elegance. Impress on cocktail night with the added goodness of Capilano Manuka Honey.
Culinary Adventures with Manuka Honey
From breakfast to dinner, desserts, and all the lunchbox, party, afternoon teas and snacks in between. Take yourself on a culinary adventure with your favourite superfood ingredient… Manuka honey!
4 Manuka Honey Breakfast Dishes
Jumpstart your day by infusing the bioactive goodness of Manuka honey into your morning meals.Manuka Super Smoothie Bowls
These spoonable smoothie bowls not only look delicious but also deliver a daily dose of fruits, vegetables, and vitamins… including the added goodness of Manuka honey, of course!
Manuka Overnight Oats
Savour the convenience and deliciousness of overnight oats, enhanced with Capilano Manuka Honey. It’s the perfect morning kickstart.
Creamy Warm Capilano Porridge
Take this classic breakfast up a notch with Capilano Manuka Honey, cinnamon, vanilla and cream for the perfect winter morning boost.
Honey Cheesecake Overnight Weet-Bix
For the sweet-toothed early risers, indulge in this satiating, fruity, and nourishing breakfast with all the benefits of Manuka honey.
3 Delicious Lunchbox Snacks with Manuka Honey
Need wholesome, tasty snacks for your little ones after school or as a lunchbox treat? Discover our top lunchbox recipes featuring Manuka honey. (Hint: they make great work snacks too!)Manuka Honey Apple Nachos
Layers of nourishing Manuka honey and apple complement creamy almond butter and crunchy bran sticks in this healthy dessert nacho creation.
Quinoa Veggie Slice
A super-healthy, nutrient-packed snack – perfect for school or a morning treat. Nutritionist Casey-Lee Lyons uses Capilano Manuka Honey for added goodness!
Easy Fruit Roll-ups
These Easy Real Fruit Honey Roll-Ups contain just three ingredients, and with Manuka honey as your ideal sugar substitute, these homemade treats are a hit for both kids and adults.
3 Hearty Manuka Mains
Take your mid-week dinners to new heights with these lip-smacking mains, enhanced with the goodness of Manuka honey for you and your family to enjoy!Manuka Ginger Soba Noodles
Light, fresh, and nourishing. Soba noodles can be served hot or cold, making them an ideal healthy dinner choice. Try our recipe featuring bioactive Manuka honey to balance the flavours.
Quinoa, Kale, Halloumi Bowl with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Superfood bowls offer an easy and delicious way to incorporate active Manuka honey into your daily routine. Try this vibrant nourish bowl with raspberry and Manuka vinaigrette made by @moniquecormacknutrition.
Satay Chicken with Coconut Cauliflower Rice
Meat lovers, rejoice! This Satay Chicken with Cauliflower Rice, made by @livelovenourishaus, is incredibly tasty and easy to prepare. Active Manuka honey enhances the peanut sauce’s flavour while providing a little extra nourishment.
3 Irresistible Manuka Honey Desserts
For those with a sweet tooth... here's the exciting section! Mouth-watering sweet recipes featuring Capilano Manuka Honey.Capilano Manuka Honey Baklava
Few desserts can match the nutty, honey-filled joy of crispy baklava. Our recipe adds a twist with a mix of nuts, a hint of vanilla, and Capilano Manuka honey.
Manuka Honey and Orange Cake
This comforting cake recipe combines cinnamon, cardamom, orange marmalade, and active Manuka honey to create a not-too-sweet cake. Suitable for breakfast, morning tea, family gatherings, birthdays, or afternoon pick-me-ups.
Red Velvet Manuka Cheesecake Trifle
This visually stunning dessert layers soft red velvet cake between a creamy cheesecake filling and is topped off with nourishing Manuka honey, almonds, and crispy almond pastry. Good luck trying to resist this one!
6 No-Bake Manuka Honey Treats
Capilano Manuka Honey makes the ultimate addition to no-bake snacks and desserts. Scroll on for more kid-friendly Manuka recipes!Rainbow Manuka Honey Yoghurt Drops
The sweetest way to taste the rainbow! Combine active Manuka honey, yoghurt, and your favourite fruit purees to create an easy, fun, and healthy treat.
Manuka Honey Collagen Fudge
Smooth, chocolatey, and packed with the benefits of Manuka Honey – this quick and easy fudge recipe uses the natural power of collagen powder to create a guilt-free, indulgent treat.
Manuka Honey and Ricotta-Filled Pancakes
Impress your guests with mini ricotta-filled pancakes topped with crushed pistachios and a generous pot of active Manuka honey for dipping. These bite-sized treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!
Manuka Honey Date Milk
A sweet and healthy dessert for your little ones, Capilano Manuka Honey Date Milk is an ideal afternoon snack, pick-me-up, or gentle drink for sensitive tummies.
Manuka Cookie Butter Caramels
Using just four ingredients, our friend @noashealthyeats has created this delightful bite-sized snack for your afternoon tea.
4 Vibrant Sides and Salads with Manuka Honey
Add flair to your salads and sides with the nourishing goodness of Manuka honey.Superfood Rainbow Bowl with Manuka Magic Dressing
This stunning superfood bowl from @livelovenourishaus features our special Manuka Magic Dressing! Fresh, healthy, and delicious. Elevate your salads with this flavourful dressing at your next family gathering.
Broccoli, Butter Bean & Cranberry Salad
Bursting with flavour, this vibrant and nourishing salad combines the power of Capilano Manuka Honey with tahini, cranberries, and almonds, providing a hearty dose of protein, fibre, and healthy fats.
Recipe created by @moniquecormacknutrition
Fermented Honey
Trust us when we say you’ll want to put this on EVERYTHING! A balance of sweet and savoury, you can add garlic, ginger or lemon fermented honey to pizza, salad dressings, or even enjoy by the spoonful.
Honey Garlic and Chilli Roasted Veggies
Roasted veggies are a classic for family gatherings. Impress your guests with Capilano Manuka Honey, garlic and chilli roast veggies (this side is sure to disappear faster than the main course).
Recipe by @CookRepublic
Health and Home
Manuka honey is not only delicious – you can use it around the home as well. From a soothing bath soak to giftable soaps – here are some other ways you can use your daily squeeze of Manuka!
4 DIY Manuka Honey Skincare Recipes
Did you know that active Manuka honey makes for a highly effective ingredient in skincare? Here are some of our tried-and-tested beauty recipes.Bath Soak
We’ve all heard of using oatmeal in a bath to soothe upset skin. Next time you’re filling up the tub, elevate your experience with a Manuka Honey Oat Bath Soak.
Homemade Body Balm
Create a near-perfect Manuka Honey Body Balm using butter, coconut oil, and honey. The only way to make it perfect? Get creative by customising the recipe with your favourite essential oils!
Matcha Face Mask
Combine the benefits of green tea and Active Manuka Honey with antioxidants to rejuvenate your skin. This easy-to-make Matcha Manuka Honey Face Mask is perfect for girls’ night.
5 Additional Uses for Manuka Honey
Did you think there couldn't possibly be more? Here are five more uses for our ever-versatile Manuka honey!Gifting
Share the goodness of Capilano Manuka Honey with your family and friends. Stock up and give it as a sweet gift or thank-you present at special events and dinner parties.
Pre-Gym Snack
Need a pre-workout treat? Keep some homemade Manuka Honey gummy shapes on hand to help give you a little extra buzz before your gym session.
Wound Healing Support
Honey has been a natural home remedy for cuts and wounds for centuries! Molan et al (2006) identified that Manuka honey provides antibacterial activity, allowing wounds to heal in a moist environment without the risk of further bacterial growth occurring.
Apply a small amount to clean wounds, and cover with gauze pads and an adhesive bandage. If the wound persists, consult a healthcare professional for further advice.
We hope you enjoyed sipping, savouring and drizzling with Capilano Manuka Honey. Want to learn more about the bioactive properties that make Manuka so special? Click here.
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Learn more...Active Manuka Honey
Nature’s Sweet Superfood
Made by some of the world’s healthiest bees*, Capilano Active Manuka honey is naturally rich in Methylglyoxal (MGO). The higher the MGO, the more potent the honey’s activity.
Delicious Taste
Australia produces some of the most potent, best tasting Manuka honey in the world due to our warm climate and diverse number of Leptospermum (Manuka) varieties. Capilano’s premium, bioactive Manuka honey has a rich, smooth, caramel taste.
Boost your Daily Health Routine
Squeeze the bioactive goodness of Capilano Active Manuka honey into your daily cup of tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt or cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
*Vella, G. 2016. Issue 215. CSIRO.
Pairs well with
Tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt, cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
Tasting Notes
Distinctly caramel, malt and smooth
Active Manuka Honey
Nature’s Sweet Superfood
Made by some of the world’s healthiest bees* this special blend of Australian Manuka and floral honey is independently tested and certified to contain a minimum of 30mg of Methylglyoxal (MGO), the key compound that makes Manuka so special. The higher the MGO, the more potent the honey’s activity.
Delicious Taste
Australia produces some of the most potent, best tasting Manuka honey in the world due to our warm climate and diverse number of Leptospermum (Manuka) varieties. Capilano’s premium, bioactive Manuka honey has a rich, smooth, caramel taste.
Boost your Daily Health Routine
Squeeze the bioactive goodness of Capilano Active Manuka honey into your daily cup of tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt or cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
*Vella, G. 2016. Issue 215. CSIRO.
Pairs well with
Tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt, cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
Tasting Notes
Distinctly caramel, malt and smooth
Active Manuka Honey
Nature’s Sweet Superfood
Made by some of the world’s healthiest bees*, Capilano Active Manuka honey is naturally rich in Methylglyoxal (MGO). The higher the MGO, the more potent the honey’s activity.
Delicious Taste
Australia produces some of the most potent, best tasting Manuka honey in the world due to our warm climate and diverse number of Leptospermum (Manuka) varieties. Capilano’s premium, bioactive Manuka honey has a rich, smooth, caramel taste.
Boost your Daily Health Routine
Squeeze the bioactive goodness of Capilano Active Manuka honey into your daily cup of tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt or cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
*Vella, G. 2016. Issue 215. CSIRO.
Pairs well with
Tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt, cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
Tasting Notes
Distinctly caramel, malt and smooth
Active Manuka Honey
Nature’s Sweet Superfood
Made by some of the world’s healthiest bees*, Capilano Active Manuka honey is naturally rich in Methylglyoxal (MGO). The higher the MGO, the more potent the honey’s activity.
Delicious Taste
Australia produces some of the most potent, best tasting Manuka honey in the world due to our warm climate and diverse number of Leptospermum (Manuka) varieties. Capilano’s premium, bioactive Manuka honey has a rich, smooth, caramel taste.
Boost your Daily Health Routine
Squeeze the bioactive goodness of Capilano Active Manuka honey into your daily cup of tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt or cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
*Vella, G. 2016. Issue 215. CSIRO.
Pairs well with
Tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt, cereal, or simply enjoy by the spoonful.
Tasting Notes
Distinctly caramel, malt and smooth
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