JARRAH & MARRI HONEYS vs MANUKA HONEY
KOORA Jarrah and Marri Honey vs Manuka: Which Honey Is Better for You?
For years, Manuka honey has held the global spotlight. It is the honey most people think of when they want something strong, premium, and therapeutic. But there are honeys that quietly outperform it — with unparalleled antimicrobial activity and higher antioxidant levels, a smoother and tastier flavour, and a unique low Glycemic-Index profile.
These Super honeys are Jarrah and Marri, native to Western Australia’s ancient forests.
Below, we break down the key differences between KOORA's Jarrah and Marri vs Manuka so you can choose the best honey for your wellness routine.
"The (antimicrobial) activity of the two species (Jarrah and Marri) was about 90% greater than the average activity of New Zealand's Manuka honey."
- Dr Rob Manning, Research into Western Australian Honeys
KOORA Jarrah and Marri Honey vs Manuka Honey Comparison
Methylglyoxal (MGO)* in Manuka linked to diabetic complications, Alzheimer's and serious cellular diseases.
The KOORA Difference - What Sets KOORA's Jarrah and Marri Honey apart?
What sets Jarrah and Marri honey apart from Manuka honey? While Manuka has gained popularity in recent years, it often comes with a hefty price tag and varying quality.
Manuka may be the world’s most recognized honey, but Jarrah and Marri together represent Australia’s rarest superfoods.
Jarrah stands out for its
- unparalleled TA rating,
- antioxidant richness,
- prebiotic power, and
- smooth caramel-like flavour
—ideal for those seeking the strongest therapeutic impact.
Marri, with its floral sweetness and high TA25+ rating, provides the same wellness benefits at a more accessible price point, making it perfect for daily rituals and family use.
Jarrah delivers exceptionally high antimicrobial and antioxidant activity at a significantly lower cost per activity rating than comparable high-grade Manuka, giving you more functional strength for every dollar.
Both Jarrah and Marri Honeys are also naturally low in glycemic index (GI) compared to Manuka or any other regular honeys, which have moderate to high GI.
KOORA Jarrah Honey TA35+ is Better Than Manuka in So Many Ways
Compared to Manuka Honey, Jarrah Honey has:
1. Superior antimicrobial potency,
2. Higher antioxidant levels,
3. Lower GIycemic Index
4. Greater purity, contaminant-free and glyphosate-free
5. Resistant to crystallisation
6. Better value with overall greater benefits
Marri Honey TA25+ is Better Than Manuka in So Many Ways
Compared to Manuka Honey, Marri Honey has:
1. High antimicrobial potency,
2. Higher antioxidant levels,
3. Lower GIycaemic Index
4. Greater purity, contaminant-free and glyphosate-free
5. Silky smooth texture and a fresh floral sweetness with no bitter medicinal aftertaste
6. Greater value at a much more afforable price
Glycemic Index
Jarrah and Marri are Naturally Low GI - Why is Low GI Important
The glycemic index (GI) is a scientific scale that measures how quickly a food raises your blood sugar after eating it. High-GI foods cause a fast spike, while low-GI foods release energy slowly and steadily.
This makes low GI an important indicator for people who want balanced energy, better metabolic control, or reduced inflammation throughout the day.
Unlike most honeys, which typically sit around GI 60–65, Jarrah and Marri honey naturally sits at GI ~46, placing it firmly in the low-GI category. This means:
- Slower, steadier energy release
- Reduced sugar spikes
- A gentler insulin response
- More stable focus throughout the day
- Better support for gut comfort and digestion
RAW PRODUCT OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Single origin - Raw and unprocessed, harvested only from the pristine, ancient forests of Western Australia.
Jarrah and Marri Honeys from Western Australia's Ancient Forests are Free from Glyphosate Contamination
Shipments of Manuka Honey to Japan Rejected for Exceeding Glyphosate Limits
In the past few years, several shipments of Manuka honey have been rejected by Japanese authorities for exceeding Japan’s glyphosate limits, even though the Manuka honey companies state that their honey is glyphosate residue free. The reason for the discrepancy is that Japan has stricter regulations for glyphosate levels in honey with a limit of 0.01 parts per million, 10 times stricter than New Zealand’s regulation of 0.1 ppm.
KOORA's Jarrah and Marri honey are sustainably sourced from wild forests that are free from genetically modified (GMO) crops and agricultural chemicals such as glyphosate and other pesticides, ensuring that you receive a product with supreme purity that is completely free from harmful chemicals.
At KOORA we are tested as glyphosate-free down to 0.004 ppm, the lowest detectable level that’s 25 times stricter than the limits for New Zealand’s Manuka honey.
Let customers speak for us
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I have travelled with this amazing Koora Jarrah honey for many months now and have never caught any bug or virus since taking it. Thankful for this natural immunity booster. It has also helped me sleep on my travels and has improved my digestive health tremendously by achieving gut balance. I have a teaspoon or two in the morning drizzled on my toast and a teaspoon just before bed time, and it tastes so delicious without being so sickeningly sweet with its naturally low GI properties. I feel so good throughout the day, it's unbelievable!
If you need a natural health boost this is it! I take it neat by the teaspoon and then a mouthful of warm water to rinse it down just before bedtime. Always works to deal with any scratchy throat.
This jar of honey is truly exceptional. The rich, unique flavor makes it a perfect addition to my daily routine for its health benefits. I appreciate the raw and natural qualities of this product, knowing that it comes from the ancient forests of Western Australia. It has become a staple in my pantry for immune support and overall well-being. Highly recommend!
Marri honey is an interesting alternative to Manuka, boasting an impressive TA 25+ rating, which is equivalent to MGO 1197+. What sets it apart is its significantly higher antioxidant content—2 to 3 times more than Manuka—without the presence of MGO, a compound that, while beneficial in some ways, has been debated for potential cell-damaging effects at high levels. This makes Marri honey a strong choice for immune support, overall wellness, and gut health.
In addition to its antioxidant benefits, Marri honey acts as a natural prebiotic, helping to nourish gut bacteria and promote the production of butyric acid, which is crucial for digestion. It also serves as a natural energy booster, providing a steady source of fuel without the crash of processed sugars. Sourced from the pristine forests of Western Australia, where beekeeping is strictly regulated and free from chemicals, this honey remains raw, unprocessed, and packed with nutrients.
I found the taste to be rich and smooth, slightly less medicinal than Manuka, which makes it easy to enjoy by the spoonful or mixed into tea. While it’s difficult to gauge the full extent of its health benefits, it’s nice to have on hand when feeling run down or needing an extra wellness boost. With its high antioxidant content and gut-friendly properties, it’s a great option for those looking for a premium honey that goes beyond simple sweetness. 5-stars!
Wow! KOORA's Jarrah and Marri honey are superior to Manuka honey in so many ways, and they taste way better without the gritty texture in Manuka. So smooth! It's so rare to find a low-GI honey that is suitable for diabetics too! The bundle with both Jarrah and Marri honey is a no-brainer. I am never buying Manuka again.
We bought a bunch of Jarrah and Marri honey, just in time for Christmas. It tastes amazing with such deep and rich flavor that isn't overwhelmingly ... well... sweet. But when we found out about its medicinal properties, we started having a spoonful every morning and evening. To have something this tasty yet this healthy seems like a dream. Having the spoonful has become a highlight of my morning and nighttime routine.
We bought multiple jars and have been giving to our homesteading friends who know the value of clean and natural foods and to our Asian immigrant parents who appreciate the value of medicinal and natural foods that are rare but also delicious.
We wholeheartedly recommend you try some and discover a whole new realm of flavor that is also medicinal.
My 85 year old granddad had a gum infection for 3 weeks causing him a lot of pain. He tried everything from gargling salt water to topical application of medicated oral aid gel from the pharmacy and nothing helped. He ate 1 teaspoon of KOORA Jarrah honey a day every morning and also applied the honey topically on the infected areas 3x a day. In 3 days the infection was completely gone! He's a happy man who can eat without pain again!
Jarrah Honey TA35+ (Equivalent to Antimicrobial Rating of MGO 2000+ in Manuka Honey)
Jarrah Honey TA35+ (Equivalent to Antimicrobial Rating of MGO 2000+ in Manuka Honey)
- Low Glycemic Index (GI): A unique feature of KOORA Jarrah honey is its low GI. Being lower in sugar compared to other honeys, it is a superb sweetener and sugar substitute for those watching their blood-sugar intake.
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Natural Immunity Booster: Tested and certified to ensure our honeys exceed the Total Activity (TA) stated on each jar, KOORA's Jarrah TA35+ strength in antimicrobial rating (equivalent to MGO 2000+), surpasses even the highest grade Manuka honey. Enjoy 1-2 teaspoons daily as a flavourful way to support your everyday immunity naturally.
- Packed with Anti-inflammatory Compounds and Antioxidants : KOORA Jarrah honey is power packed with up to 3 times more antioxidants than Manuka honey, making it a potent solution for combatting inflammation and free radical cell damage.
- Gut and Digestive Health Support: Rich in natural prebiotics that support a healthy gut microbiome. It also contains natural butyric acid, which helps repair the gut lining, promoting overall digestive health.
- Enhances Your Workout Performance: Enjoy 1-2 teaspoons of KOORA Jarrah honey before and after your workout to experience a sustained natural energy boost and benefit from its high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, aiding in workout recovery, without any sugar spikes or crashes.
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Promotes Restful Sleep
A spoonful contains naturally-occurring tryptophan helping the brain unwind and ease into a restful sleep. - Exquisite Complex Taste: KOORA Jarrah honey is full-bodied and complex, boasting a rich, pleasant sweetness with notes of savory salted caramel and fruity undertones, without the bitterness of MGO honeys. It finishes with a mild zing, leaving your tastebuds delighted and wanting more. Tastes great on toast, in salad dressings, and pairs perfectly with blue cheeses.
- Smooth Texture that Resists Crystallization: Most honey crystallizes. But due to its low glucose, monofloral Jarrah honey resists crystallization! Unlike Manuka's gritty texture, Jarrah honey offers a luxuriously smooth, velvety texture that glides effortlessly across your palate.
- Enhanced Healing: KOORA Jarrah honey's high antioxidant and antimicrobial activity is not derived from MGO (associated with cell damage), making it more effective for treating wounds, sore throats, and inflammatory conditions.
- Say No to MGO: KOORA honey provides unmatched benefits without the numerous risks and dangers associated with high Methylglyoxal (MGO), the active ingredient in Manuka honey. Learn More
- Unmatched Value: KOORA Jarrah honey has far better antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive benefits that are not derived from potentially risky MGO. All at a better price point compared to other medicinal honey, making it a clear winner and obvious choice when it comes to choosing your honey.
"Jarrah Honey is the New Superfood from Australia You Need to Know" - Vogue
"Research has shown that both Jarrah and Marri monofloral honeys, which are both unique to Western Australia, have higher levels of antimicrobial activity than New Zealand’s famous Manuka honey"
- Kenneth Dods, Food Scientist
Integrate Jarrah honey into your daily diet and healthy lifestyle to savor its exquisite flavor and reap its incredible health benefits!
All KOORA honey is raw and pure, sustainably sourced from the pristine ancient forests of Western Australia, free from agricultural contamination and pollution, tested to be free from Glyphosate residue.
Look for our KOORA Gold Shield—the higher the number, the stronger the defence against unwanted microbes.
Marri Honey TA25+ (Equivalent to Antimicrobial Rating of MGO 1197+ in Manuka Honey)
Marri Honey TA25+ (Equivalent to Antimicrobial Rating of MGO 1197+ in Manuka Honey)
- Natural Immunity Booster: Enjoy 1-2 teaspoons daily to boost your natural immunity. KOORA Marri honey's antimicrobial rating is TA25+ (lab certified by third party labs which test Manuka) equivalent to MGO1197+, which surpasses most honeys in the world including Manuka.
- Natural Powerhouse for Daily Fitness and Exercise: KOORA Marri honey is a natural powerhouse for supporting daily fitness and exercise routines. KOORA Marri boasts extremely high antioxidant levels, up to 5 times more than typical honey. Energize your exercise routine with only 1-2 teaspoons of KOORA Marri honey before and after, for long-lasting, natural energy and potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties to aid in post-workout recovery. No sudden sugar spikes or crashes!
- Perfect Addition to Your Pantry. : KOORA Marri honey is a medium-bodied honey that is smooth and silky, with a fresh floral sweetness, hints of citrus and a smooth tangy finish. Perfectly suited for enhancing any of your favorite beverage and breakfast favorites like pancakes, waffles and toast, elevating your culinary creations, and pairing heavenly with hard cheeses. A must-have in your pantry!
- Enhanced Healing: Marri honey's high antioxidant and antimicrobial activity is not derived from MGO (associated with cell damage), making it more effective for treating wounds, sore throats, and inflammatory conditions.
- Say No to MGO: KOORA honey provides unmatched benefits without the numerous health risks and dangers associated with high Methylglyoxal (MGO), the active ingredient in Manuka honey. Learn More
- Unmatched Value: KOORA Marri honey has powerful potency from its incredibly strong antimicrobial properties and high antioxidant levels, that are not derived from potentially harmful MGO. And you get to enjoy it at a better price point than other comparable medicinal honeys, making it a clear winner at unbeatable value.
"Research has shown that both Jarrah and Marri monofloral honeys, which are both unique to Western Australia, have higher levels of antimicrobial activity than New Zealand’s famous Manuka honey"
- Kenneth Dods, Food Scientist
Enhance your daily diet with Marri honey, a delectable and beneficial choice!
All KOORA honey is raw and pure, sustainably sourced from the pristine ancient forests of Western Australia, free from agricultural contamination and pollution, tested to be free from Glyphosate residue.
Look for our KOORA Gold Shield—the higher the number, the stronger the defence against unwanted microbes.