Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our rare Himalayan harvest, safety, and shipping.
Every harvest season, honey hunters risk their lives on the mountainous cliffs to get the mad honey. This difficulty in access demands tremendous hard work and makes it one of the rarest ones in the world. The aftermath of transporting to the store, packaging, and dispatching adds to the exotic and pure honey that you receive right at your doorstep. Also, they say the best things in life are really expensive, and ‘Best Mad Honey’ isn’t just a random name. It is definitely one of the best!
Yes and No. The amount of grayanotoxin determines the level of ‘madness’ mad honey can provide. Not all mad honeys make you mad. We have graded Best Mad Honey based on the amount of grayanotoxin present in the honey. The strongest we have is the Rare Harvest, followed by the spring harvest and the autumn harvest versions. Curious what it actually feels like? Read what happened when Joe Rogan tried mad honey on his podcast.
Well, of course and definitely. We simply filter the honey and jar it immediately, completely bypassing pasteurisation and, importantly, the use of any preservatives. We closely supervise the process to make sure we deliver 100% raw, organic, and pure mad honey to your table. Every batch is tested, and you can see the results on our lab reports page.
Honey hunting is a tradition dating back centuries, and we involve experienced honey hunters for the task. Our hunters are well-informed about the adaptation of bees, the right season and time to harvest, and know the techniques of retrieving honey without hurting the bees. For instance, we smoke the bees out of their hives from a distance and harvest honey by making sure not even a single bee is hurt. A healthy colony of bees collects more honey than they will be able to consume. By harvesting at the right time, right amount, and with the right technique, we make sure that honey bees have enough time to build their honey stores back up.
Shipping times vary by destination. On average, deliveries take 4-12 business days. For reference:
- United States: 3-7 days
- UAE: 4-7 days
- Middle East: 4-12 days
- Europe: 10-15 days
Please note these are estimated delivery times and may vary due to customs or local postal services. Buy mad honey
Besides Russia, Ukraine, North Korea, and South Korea, we ship our product all around the globe.
Mad honey will have side effects if you overdose on the provided prescription. It also totally depends on how your body responds to the honey. Exceeding one tablespoon might start bringing in some side effects. Learn about the effects of mad honey
Yes, mad honey is the rarest form of honey available and not abundant enough to sell. However, during the honey hunting season, we do a tremendous amount of hard work, collaborate with the hunters, send our team to different parts of the country to obtain the honey, and finally bring it to our warehouse. And, it is 100% legitimate. The amount of hard work on the ground helps us serve it to people worldwide. If you are comparing sellers, our guide on where to buy mad honey explains what to check before you order.
One might experience diarrhoea, vomiting, and nausea if mad honey is not consumed moderately as per the specifications in the jar.
Mad Honey is prized for its unique bioactive compounds, harvested by Apis laboriosa from rare Himalayan herbs. Traditionally, it has been used to:
- Boost libido and vitality, enhancing natural energy and stamina.
- Support heart health by helping regulate blood pressure and circulation.
- Aids digestion and soothes gastrointestinal discomfort.
- Promote healthy skin, thanks to its antioxidant-rich properties.
- Provide mild pain relief and support overall wellness.
- Support immunity naturally.
People often ask how it compares with other premium honeys, so we wrote a side-by-side on mad honey vs manuka honey.
Archaeologists have found out that 3000-year-old pure honey in the Egyptian pyramid is still edible, which means that the pure mad honey has no expiry date. However, due to the high moisture content of 24% compared to the 18% moisture content found in normal honey, mad honey might be slightly fermented. We recommend you stir it before consuming. Book mad honey hunting HERE
Yes, we sell the honey in bulk along with retail. If you want to be a local distributor at your place, reach out to us from link HERE. If you would rather earn by recommending us, see our affiliate programme.
The only major difference between the Autumn Harvest and Spring Harvest versions of mad honey is the grayanotoxin level, which is slightly higher in the Spring Harvest compared to the Autumn Harvest versions.
Beyond consumption, Mad Honey is valued for its antioxidant-rich skin benefits, use in traditional remedies, incorporation in herbal preparations, and its role in Himalayan cultural rituals.
No, we have no stores outside Nepal.
We accept payments through our bank account, Stripe, and PayPal.
Yes, how exciting that we also host honey hunting expeditions. You can sign up on our expedition page, and see photos from past hunts in our honey hunting gallery.
To ensure a safe experience and mitigate the risk of adverse reactions, the maximum recommended intake is 1 tablespoon of mad honey per serving. This quantity is considered a starting point for experiencing the honey's unique properties while minimizing the potential for toxicity. Exceeding this single-serving limit can quickly escalate the dosage of grayanotoxins, leading to unpredictable and possibly dangerous health consequences.
Pregnant women, people with blood pressure issues, both high and low, and children below the age of 18 are not allowed to take mad honey.
Yes. Mad honey is legal in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and most other countries, where it is treated as a food rather than a drug. We have written country guides on whether mad honey is legal in the US, legal in the UK and legal in Canada.
Q1: Can I cancel or change my order?
Yes, you can cancel or change your order, but please notify us before the order is dispatched from our warehouse, preferably within 12 hours of placing your order. Once your order has been dispatched, we cannot control the delivery process, so please ensure your shipping details are correct.
Q2: Can I get a replacement if something goes wrong with my order?
Yes, a replacement is available for valid reasons only. Please refer to our Shipping & Returns Policy for complete details.
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In most cases, no additional customs charges are required. However, customs regulations vary by country. Depending on your local import laws, customs authorities may request additional documentation or ask you to complete a customs clearance process. In rare cases, you may be required to pay customs duties as determined by your country’s customs office.