Himalayan Mad Honey from Nepal

What our lab tests

Each batch goes to a lab before we jar it. The lab measures grayanotoxin I and III, checks the pollen to confirm rhododendron and a Himalayan origin, and tests moisture, HMF (a sign of overheating) and added sugars. We keep moisture below 18 percent, because honey with too much water can ferment. Scan the QR code on your jar, or open the batch lab report page, to see your certificate.

Five checks before you buy

1. Look for a named district and season, not just the word Himalayan.
2. Ask for a lab report with grayanotoxin values that match the batch number on the jar.
3. Expect a dark amber to reddish colour, a thick texture, and a bitter finish with a warm tingle in the throat.
4. Compare prices carefully. Hand harvested cliff honey is never cheap, and a very low price usually means ordinary honey. Our honey costs about $0.40 to $0.48 per gram at current prices.
5. Choose a seller you can reach, with a business name, an address and a support email.

What a good lab report shows

A useful report shows the batch number that matches your jar, the name of the lab, the test date and a measured grayanotoxin value, not just a pass label. Our guide to real mad honey walks through each check in detail.

Nepal mad honey vs Turkish deli bal

Both honeys contain grayanotoxin, but they are different products. Nepal mad honey comes from wild giant bees on Himalayan cliffs, and hunters cut it by hand twice a year. Turkish deli bal comes from ordinary honey bees that people keep in hives in the Black Sea mountains. If you want Himalayan cliff honey, check that the jar names Nepal.

Where to buy real mad honey

If you ask where to buy mad honey online, choose a seller that lets you verify the batch before it ships. When you search for where can I buy mad honey that is real, remember that the measured grayanotoxin level matters more than the label, because it tells you how careful you need to be.

How to take it

1. Prepare: pick a quiet morning or evening when you have nowhere to drive.
2. Serve: take a quarter teaspoon on its own, or stir it into warm tea that is not hot.
3. Wait: signs of too much can appear 30 minutes to 4 hours later, so never take a second spoon quickly.

What you may feel

A small amount can bring a warm, slightly light headed feeling, sometimes with a tingle in the throat or fingertips. Too much can cause dizziness, sweating, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, a slow heartbeat and low blood pressure. Doctors have described poisoning cases in hospital reports, so smaller is safer. Our page on mad honey side effects covers these signs in detail.

Who should not take it

Do not take mad honey if you are under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a heart condition, low blood pressure or a slow heart rate. Skip it if you take heart or blood pressure medicine. Do not mix it with alcohol, and do not drive after taking it. Keep every jar away from children, and never give any honey to a child under 1 year old, because of the risk of infant botulism.

If you feel unwell

Stop, sit or lie down, and get medical help straight away. Doctors treat most people successfully, and most recover within a day or two. In the United States, call Poison Help on 1-800-222-1222. In other countries, call your local emergency number.

Traditional use and what science says

In Nepal and Türkiye, people have long taken small amounts as a tonic and for digestion. These are traditional beliefs, not proven benefits. Most research on mad honey describes poisoning cases, and no strong human evidence shows that it treats any condition. Read the facts on mad honey benefits. We sell mad honey as a food.

Storing your jar

Close the lid tightly, keep the jar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and use a clean, dry spoon, because water lets honey ferment. Honey that turns grainy has crystallised and is not spoiled. Set the sealed jar in warm water and stir until it turns smooth, and do not let it boil. Throw the jar away if it foams, smells of alcohol or shows mould.

Delivery times by region

• Nepal: 3 to 5 business days
• Asia, excluding Nepal: 5 to 10 business days
• USA: 3 to 7 business days
• Canada and Europe: 7 to 14 business days
• Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East: 7 to 15 business days
• All other countries: 10 to 20 business days

What free shipping covers

Free shipping covers the courier fee. The buyer pays any duty, VAT or carrier handling fee that their country charges. Customs clearance can add time, and we cannot control customs delays, so check your local rules before you order. If customs holds your order, we refund you.

Is mad honey legal in the USA?

In the United States, we sell mad honey as a food, and we do not know of a federal law that names it. The FDA enforces food safety rules and can act against a specific product, and state rules and customs checks can still apply. Our page on is mad honey legal in the USA explains more.

Returns and refunds

You can return unopened, unused jars in their original packaging within 30 days of delivery. We cannot accept opened jars for food safety reasons, and sale items may not qualify unless they arrive damaged or wrong. If a parcel arrives damaged, leaking or incorrect, contact us within 48 hours with your order number and photos, and we will replace it or refund you in full. Refunds go to your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days after inspection. Our refund and returns policy lists every rule.

Where to buy mad honey

Where can you buy mad honey that ships to your country? You can order from our shop, and we send every parcel from Kathmandu with tracking. The price is $119 for the 250 g jar and $199 for the 500 g jar. If you cannot find mad honey for sale near you, ordering online is the practical route.