Pohutukawa Honey

Pōhutukawa (Metrosideros excelsa), also referred to as the New Zealand Christmas tree, and iron tree, is a coastal evergreen tree that produces a brilliant display of red (or occasionally orange, yellow or white) flowers made up of a mass of stamens.

It is renowned for its vibrant colour and its ability to survive even perched on rocky, precarious cliffs.

Pohutukawa honey is collected every December when the flowers are in full, bright red bloom. Pale gold in colour, it is a delicate, sweet honey, with floral flavours and a subtle, surprising salty aftertaste.

^{Mountain Gold Pohutukawa Honey can be purchased at our online store. Go to the menu bar, click Shop - Native New Zealand Honey}