What Makes Steens® Mānuka Honey Unique? Discover Crushed Wholecomb Technology™

When choosing a Mānuka honey, not all jars are created equal. From sourcing to extraction, the way honey is handled can significantly impact what ends up in your spoon.

At Steens®, we do things differently.

Using our proprietary Steens® Crushed Wholecomb Technology™, we are proud to offer a truly raw Mānuka honey that retains more of what nature intended. With no heat treatment and no fine filters, and only the wax removed, this unique process ensures every jar contains naturally occurring bee bread and pollen,  elements often lost in conventional honey processing.

Let's breakdown what makes our method so special, and why it matters for both flavour and nutritional value.

What is Crushed Wholecomb Technology™?

Steens® Crushed Wholecomb Technology™ is our extraction method, developed to preserve the full integrity of the honeycomb.

Unlike traditional methods that spin honey out of the comb and then heavily filter it, we gently scrape the entire honeycomb,  including crystallised honey, pollen, and bee bread, before separating only the wax.

With no heat treatment and no fine filters, Steens® Honey uses proprietary Crushed Wholecomb Technology™ with only the wax removed, providing pollen and bee bread in every jar.

This means what you get is much closer to how honey exists in the hive. Rich, complex, and naturally nutrient-dense.

Why Wholecomb™ Matters

Most commercial honey undergoes fine filtration, removing visible particles to create a smooth, uniform appearance. While this may improve clarity, it often strips away valuable components.

By contrast, Steens® Crushed Wholecomb™ raw Mānuka honey keeps these naturally occurring elements intact.

This includes:

• Bee bread – a fermented mixture of pollen and nectar, stored by bees as a nutrient source

• Pollen – tiny grains collected from flowers, naturally rich in plant compounds

These components contribute to both the texture and nutritional profile of the honey.

Steens Crushed Wholecomb™ Technology provides more bee bread and pollen in every jar, giving you a product that reflects the full spectrum of the hive.

More Bee Bread & Pollen

One of the most significant benefits of our extraction method is the increased presence of bee bread and pollen.

Steens Crushed Wholecomb™ Technology provides 3x more beneficial bee bread & pollen in every jar compared to other leading brands.

This is important because bee bread and pollen are naturally rich in:

• Antioxidants

• Minerals such as magnesium, calcium, and iron

• Vitamins, including B vitamins

• Polyphenols and flavonoids

These compounds are often associated with supporting overall wellbeing, making them a valuable addition to your daily routine.

Three Superfood Supplements in One

Thanks to Steens® Wholecomb™ extraction and packing methods, our honey offers a unique combination of benefits.

You’re not just getting raw Mānuka honey, you’re also getting the added nutritional value of bee bread and pollen.

This means each jar delivers:

• The well-known antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties of raw Mānuka honey

• Plus the naturally occurring antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals found in bee bread and pollen

In other words, it’s three superfood supplements in one — all in a single spoonful.

No Heat, No Fine Filters — Just Raw Honey

Processing plays a crucial role in preserving honey’s natural qualities.

At Steens®, we avoid:

• Heat treatment

• Ultra-filtration

• Over-processing

By keeping temperatures low and filtration minimal, we help maintain the natural enzymes and delicate compounds found in raw honey.

This approach not only supports the nutritional integrity of the honey but also enhances its:

• Texture – thick, creamy, and slightly grainy

• Flavour – rich, complex, with subtle floral and herbal notes

It’s a more authentic honey experience, closer to what you would find straight from the hive.

A Difference You Can Taste and See

Because we don’t over-process our honey, natural variation is part of its character.

You may notice:

• Slight differences in colour between batches

• A more textured, less uniform consistency

• Visible specks from pollen and bee bread

These are all signs of a minimally processed, raw product.

Rather than removing these elements, Steens® Crushed Wholecomb Technology™ celebrates them — offering a honey that is as close to nature as possible.

Why This Matters for Your Everyday Routine

Choosing a honey that retains more of its natural components can make a meaningful difference in how you use it daily.

Our Steens® Crushed Wholecomb™ raw Mānuka honey is ideal for:

• Taking a daily spoonful as part of your wellness routine

• Adding to smoothies or overnight oats

• Stirring into warm (not hot) drinks

• Drizzling over breakfast or wholefood snacks

Because it’s minimally processed, you’re getting more than just sweetness — you’re getting depth, complexity, and naturally occurring nutrients.

Setting a New Standard for Mānuka Honey

We believe that how honey is extracted matters just as much as where it comes from.

With Steens® Crushed Wholecomb Technology™, we’ve created a method that prioritises:

• Transparency

• Integrity

• Minimal intervention

By keeping the process as close to nature as possible, we’re able to deliver a product that stands apart from conventional Mānuka honey.

"It truly is a wonderful thing to be able to produce this honey and share its goodness with the world.  It still is quite surreal that the honey we make and eat is shared with others  both at home and across the globe and has the ability to not only be simply enjoyed but can heal and improve lives."

• Paul and Sheryl Steens

The Steens® Difference

To summarise, what makes Steens® unique is our commitment to preserving the full value of the hive.

Extracted and packed using Steens® Crushed Wholecomb Technology™, our honey:

• Contains 3x more bee bread and pollen

• Retains naturally occurring antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals

• Is raw, unpasteurised, and minimally filtered

• Delivers a richer taste, texture, and nutritional profile

It’s a simple philosophy. Less processing, more of what matters.

When it comes to Mānuka honey, the extraction method plays a vital role in determining quality.

With Steens® Crushed Wholecomb Technology™, we’re proud to offer a product that goes beyond standard honey processing, preserving more of the natural components that make Mānuka honey so valued.

If you’re looking for a honey that stays true to its origins, while offering both flavour and nutritional depth, Steens® is setting a new benchmark.