The Grafters Honey Philosophy

Raw New Zealand Honey from Wellington

Grafter’s Honey produces raw New Zealand honey from the native bush and hillscapes of the Wellington Region. From everyday bush blends through to premium mānuka honey, our focus is on authentic honey with real provenance, natural flavour and minimal processing.

Healthy Bees make Healthy Honey 

At Grafter's Honey, our philosophy begins and ends with the bees. Their health, happiness, and long-term survival are at the heart of everything we do. 

We take pride in our sustainable, bee-first beekeeping practices.  Unlike large-scale operations, we never move our hives around to chase crops or honey flows.  Instead, we establish permanent hive sites in carefully chosen locations where forage is diverse, abundant, and nutritious-with as little competition as possible.  This consistency allows our bees to follow their natural rhythms, form stronger colonies, and remain stress-free year-round.

Honey from Native New Zealand Flora

Our impact goes beyond just placing hives.  We actively regenerate the land by planting native tress and restoring local ecosystems.  These efforts help ensure future generations of bees have a thriving, biodiverse environment to call home.  In turn, our bees give back through pollination, enriching native forests and plant life across the region.

As a small, hands-on business, we are able to closely monitor and support each hive.  Regular inspections help us ensure our colonies are in top health-something that's increasingly important in a world where bees can't survive without human support.  We never take more honey than our bees can spare, always leaving them ample stores to carry them comfortably through winter. 

From Hive to Jar

We use organic methods and avoid harmful chemicals and antibiotics entirely.  Our commitment to the environment extends beyond our bees: we package our honey in 100% recyclable and reusable glass jars, and every decision we make is guided by our respect for nature.

At the end of the day, our honey is a reflection of these gentle, regenerative practices and our unwavering dedication to the bees.  Its more than a product-its a promise.  That's the Grafter's way.

Sam & Vanessa

Founders of Grafter's Honey

 

Our Honey Range

Grafter’s Honey produces a range of raw New Zealand honeys including bush blends, rewarewa honey, mānuka blends and premium MGO mānuka honey. Each variety reflects the unique floral sources and landscapes where our bees forage.

 

Grafters Honey FAQ's

What makes Grafter’s Honey raw honey?

Grafter’s Honey is minimally processed and unpasteurised to retain the natural flavour and characteristics of the honey.

Where is Grafter’s Honey produced?

Grafter’s Honey is produced in Wellington, New Zealand, from the hilly native bush and farmland of the region.

What types of honey does Grafter’s Honey produce?

The range includes bush honey, mānuka blends, rewarewa honey and premium MGO mānuka honey.

What is rewarewa honey?

Rewarewa honey is a distinctive native New Zealand honey known for its smooth, slightly caramel flavour profile.