Raw Jarrah Honey TA35+

Jarrah honey is one of the rarest honeys you can buy. It comes from a single tree, the Eucalyptus marginata, which grows in pockets of the southwest corner of Western Australia and only flowers properly every two years. Ours carries a TA35+ rating, which puts it alongside plenty of Manuka grades.

Flavour and Texture

Medium to dark amber in the jar, thick on the spoon, with that signature caramel finish that lingers a little longer than you expect. One of the quirks of Jarrah honey is that it doesn’t crystallise like other varieties do. Its glucose is low and its fructose is high, so it stays liquid and pourable in the pantry.

What the TA Rating Means

Jarrah honey has earned itself the nickname “king of all honeys”. TA stands for Total Activity, and it’s the measure used for the honey’s natural hydrogen peroxide activity. Ours sits at TA35+. What sets Jarrah apart from Manuka is the source of that activity. Manuka relies on methylglyoxal (MGO), which can degrade over time, while Jarrah’s hydrogen peroxide activity tends to stay more stable.

A teaspoon a day is the usual serving. If you’re taking it for a specific health reason, have a chat with your GP first.

How to Use It

Drizzle it over yoghurt, porridge, or fresh fruit, stir it into warm water with lemon for a morning ritual, or spread it on sourdough with a smear of butter. Pair it with sharp cheese and walnuts on a board.

Choosing Your Jar

• 500g glass jar, the pantry favourite, keeps the honey at its best for the long haul and the format most people choose for gifting
• 500g squeezy bottle, the workhorse, no-mess cap for breakfasts, smoothies and cooking
• 1kg plastic tub, the value option, perfect for households that get through honey quickly

FAQs

What does TA35+ mean for Jarrah honey?

TA stands for Total Activity, which is the measure used for a honey’s natural activity level. The plus sign means the honey tested at 35 or higher. The number reflects the honey’s natural hydrogen peroxide activity.

How is Jarrah honey different from Manuka?

Both are bioactive, but they get their character from different compounds. Manuka relies on methylglyoxal (MGO), and Jarrah relies on hydrogen peroxide. Jarrah is rarer because the trees only flower every two years, and its activity tends to stay more stable over time. We go into the full comparison on our Jarrah vs Manuka page.

Is Jarrah honey safe for kids?

For children over twelve months, yes, in normal amounts. Like any raw honey, please don’t give honey to babies under twelve months.

Does Jarrah honey crystallise?

This is one of its standout features. Jarrah has a low glucose and high fructose ratio, which means it stays liquid for much longer than most other honeys. It won’t go grainy in your pantry the way clover or wildflower honey often will.

How should I store raw Jarrah honey?

Keep it in a cool dry pantry with the lid on tight. Don’t refrigerate it. Raw honey lasts indefinitely when stored properly, so a jar opened today will still be lovely a year from now.

How much Jarrah honey should I take daily?

A teaspoon a day is the usual serving for general use. If you’re using it for something specific, have a quick chat with your healthcare provider for advice tailored to you.