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  • REVIEWS ★★★★★
    Please feel free to read about the reviews and feedbacks from our clients HERE All reviews are submitted onto the site or messages by our clients and are solely the unbiased, independent opinions expressed by our customers following purchase and use of The Mad Honey's products. After the review submission is approved (verified clients only) the submitter receives a 20% discount valid on next order.
  • What is Mad Honey?
    The Mad Honey is a type of honey native to Nepal which comes from the nectar of the Rhododendron flowers (Ericaceae family) which is specific to Himalayan, Nepal’s mountains. It is produced through the pollination of the rhododendron flower. This pollen contains an active ingredient called grayanotoxin, which is infused in the honey and gives it its unique and rare properties.
  • What is the difference between Himalayan Honey and Mad Honey Limited Reserve?
  • Where does The Mad Honey comes from?
    Our Mad Honey is exclusively harvested in the mountains of the Lamjung region, Nepal.
  • When was the mad honey harvested?
    We are currently offering the Harvest 2023. Unlike other brands on the market, our Mad Honey is unique and collected from an exclusive site only once a year, around late May to early June at the peak of the blooming of the Rhododendron and depending on the rain season. Then we need some time to get back from the mountains to the village, run all the tests, get the certifications, bottle up and supply our fulfillment centers. Every year, our mad honey is available as from mid June to early July and there's a perfect reason for that: offering the very best and most potent mad honey possible!
  • How The Mad Honey is harvested (hunted)?
    The Mad Honey is harvested from the high cliffs where the bees build their combs. It is hunted exclusively by the Gurung tribesmen through ancient tradition and the harvest process itself is very dangerous and must be carried out only by those who have received training from their elders. More about the Mad Honey hunt: Nat. Geo: https://on.natgeo.com/3bSGJej Vice: https://bit.ly/33kZweI Brut.:https://bit.ly/2FrO9t0 Bates:https://bit.ly/2Rp14OU Top Documentary Films:https://bit.ly/2ZzyBL3 Science Alert:https://bit.ly/35xuVgn Images may be subject to copyright and are the sole property of the photographers and graphic artists.
  • What are the benefits and effects of The Mad Honey?
    The Gurung Tribesmen have used Mad Honey for centuries for its antiseptic and antibacterial active properties and also for recreational use which set it apart from traditional honey. The medicinal properties: It is renown to be a powerful antioxidant, natural antibiotic, rich in minerals and vitamins, which boosts the immune system, improves blood circulation, metabolism and enhances sexual performance! We recommend 1 teaspoon every morning for optimum benefits. ​ The psycho-active effects: Each body reacts differently to the grayanotoxin and the effects can also vary due to the body weight and lifestyle. We highly recommend to start with 1 teaspoon to see how the body reacts and increase to not more than 3 tablespoons per intake. The effects will occur within 20 min to 1 hour and last usually 3 to 5 hours. Experienced effects are feelings such as body relaxation, brain awareness and change of the state of consciousness, surge of energy, euphoria and alteration in colors and brightness. ​ More sensitive and reactive bodies can also experience nausea, dizziness, blurred vision, sweating and increased blood pressure. Please refer to our disclaimer and safety instruction before any usage.
  • Does The Mad Honey contains grayanotoxin?
    The Mad Honey is made from the pollen of Rhododendron flowers. The rhododendron nectar contains high levels of diterpines and the most important (by amount) diterpine in the rhododendron nectar is grayanotoxin which is known to exert interesting psychoactive effects. Our Mad Honey Limited Reserve contains high level of grayanotoxin that are not found in any other honey!
  • What about Lab Tests?
    Each harvest is tested and certified. Our Mad Honey is certified Himalayan Wild Honey from Ministry of Agriculture Government of Nepal and tested by National Food Laboratory (accredited ISO 17025:2017). We also have European Certification and our Honey is tested in Europe for its purity (no diluent, no additive), origin and quality. These certified lab tests include: - Electrical conductivity (eC) = 1,77 - Diastase number (Phadebas Amylase Test) = 9.5 - Ph = 4,84 - Pollen analysis = Rhododendron 87% The research are carried out in accordance with the guidelines contained in the Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of 14 January 2009 on the methods of analysis related to the evaluation of honey (Journal of Laws of 2009, N0. 17, item 94). _________________________________________ NOTE. There is currently no official laboratory with accredited method that exists on the market to test and determine the level of grayanotoxin. Please be careful of misleading marketing from other sellers and brand who publish senseless reports with hidden date!
  • Fair trade, tradition and bee protection"
    As the first company to trade Himalayan Mad Honey worldwide, we are an active and respected member of the Mad Honey Community in Nepal. We are not just sellers of Mad Honey. We support and work together with the tribes and local communities. We started The Mad Honey with several missions; fair trade and sustainability. We deal with the Gurungs themselves. In this way we can keep the highest quality and potency of The Mad Honey as high as possible. The Gurungs have a long tradition of Mad Honey hunt. In close cooperation with the members of the tribes, we decided to join forces and develop a reliable scheme to preserve these traditions and also to protect the bee hives. At the moment we have an agreement on a "smart collection" with the Gurungs to buy their Mad Honey at a fair price, according to fair trade guide lines and to pay them the full price of the harvest but at least 30% of the hives should remain on the cliffs for the bees (the bees feed themselves on this Honey during the winter season). So yes, our Mad Honey is expensive but for good reasons: - Our Mad Honey contains high levels of active ingredients that are not found in other honeys. - We collect only the best quality in respect of the traditions - We support the local communities by purchasing at a fair trade price - We take care of the bees by paying for the preservation of their hives Thank you for your understanding :)
  • What is the dosage / how to consume The Mad Honey?
    Please check www.themadhoney.net/dosage Each body has its own specification, tolerance and as the concentration of the active ingredients can vary between each harvest, it makes it difficult to give you precisely an intake dosage. However there are some recommendations: HIMALAYAN HONEY / MEDICINAL USAGE - 1 teaspoon every day (for a duration of 30 days), Himalayan Honey stimulates cell regeneration and overall recovery of the body by improving the immune system THE MAD HONEY - LIMITED RESERVE - With 2 to 3 tablespoons, the effects will occur within 20 min to 1 hour and last usually 3 to 5 hours. - Experienced effects are feelings such as body relaxation, brain awareness and change of the state of consciousness, surge of energy, euphoria and alteration in colors and brightness.​ - More sensitive and reactive bodies can also experience nausea, dizziness, blurred vision, sweating and increased blood pressure. - For a more powerful effect, we recommend eating The Mad Honey on an empty stomach. - Avoid any consumption of alcohol before or just after the intake of The Mad Honey. - Please do not increase the dosage by more than 3-4 tablespoons. - Mix well before use. - Please do a skin allergy test by dropping a small amount of mad honey on the back of your hand ; if within 30 minutes there is any rash, redness, itch, blister, irritation or any other skin abnormality rinse the tested part with water immediately and see a doctor. Read carefully our Disclaimer.
  • Can you do cookies with Mad Honey?
    We do not recommend to expose Mad Honey to high temperatures. Baking or cooking The Mad Honey will degrade its properties.
  • What are The Mad Honey texture, smell, taste...?"
    Our Honey is always 100% pure, raw, not pasteurized and not processed which gives it a specific texture, color and taste. Light fermentation is part of the natural process - and a popping sound and some bubble on the top can occur when you open the sealed jar, please stir and mix well before consumption. Our Mad Honey has a unique and bold aromatic profile with equally complex of mysterious spicy flavor. Strong taste with mild sweetness followed by a bitter aftertaste. Dark black to amber shades with gold hues. Mad Honey has a specific pungent smell which is different from any other honey. Due to its high concentration of fructose and the collection season (early Spring 2021 which was heavy rain season this year!) the mad honey Limited Reserve 2021 will remain very runny and as a thin liquid.
  • What about fermentation and filtration?
    Our simple process ensures that every jar of The Mad Honey is all genuine, pure Wild Himalayan Honey and we don’t filter our honey to keep all the “good stuff” as the pollen, enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins and grayanotoxin. Every bottle of The Mad Honey is genuine and a light fermentation with deposit and bubbles can occur and is a natural occurence of the product. Our honey is also raw, not pasteurized to preserve all its nutrients and properties. The mad honey will process its natural fermentation while packed in the jars and stored at room temperature. A foam (bubbles) can appear, which is the guarantee of high quality and potency.
  • Are my personal details safe?
    Our website is SSL secured to guarantee your online safety. Your personal details will only be used for shipping your order and an occasional discount offer. All our emails are encrypted. This guarantees highly secure and encrypted emails.
  • Do i need to pay taxes/VAT?
    Our prices are listed without VAT. All Nepalese taxes are paid by The Mad Honey. Customs and import regulations vary widely between countries. We recommend you contact your local Customs Office for further information on import taxes in your country if you have any concerns.
  • Is there a minimum age for ordering?
    You must be 18 years of age or older to place an order. We assume each completed order to be in compliance with this term.
  • Is there a minimum or maximum of quantity to order?
    Every customer is important to us. Whether you need 100 g or 20 kg we will do our best to serve you! Please send us an email info@themadhoney.net for any queries.
  • What payment methods do you accept?
    During the check-out process you can choose the payment option which suits you the best. For PayPal, select "PayPal Checkout" (yellow button). For Debit/Credit Card payment, chose Checkout (grey button) After entering your shipping details / address chose PayPal option, and Continue Then Place your order You will be redirected to a PayPal page with PAY WITH CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD option (button at the bottom). You need to be logged-out from any PayPal account or use a Private Browser. For Crypto, select "CHECKOUT" (grey button) and you will be redirected to the crypto payment platform after entering your shipping details. ​ For Bank Transfer, select "OFFLINE PAYMENT" after entering your shipping details. We accept payment only in the following currency (from local bank account): EUR (sepa), USD, AUD, NZD, GBP, CAD (interac), TRY and SGD 💲All our prices are in USD, for payment in a different currency, the total amount is based on the exchange rate of the day of the transfer from xe.com - no additional fees. Orders are dispatched from our European Fulfillment Centers after receiving the payment in full. We do not accept credit or payment at delivery.
  • I made my payment, what's next?"
    You will receive an automatic email with your order summary and payment confirmation Within 3-5 working days after the dispatch, your will receive an automatic email with your tracking details (tracking number and link). Nothing to do on your side, we're taking care of everything! Please check your SPAM folder if not received
  • Is it possible to cancel my payment?
    All sales are final - changing your mind or getting threatened by your partner may not be valid reasons...Although we strive to find a mutually acceptable solution when issues arise. Returns and refunds are managed on a case-by-case basis, so depending on the circumstances they can take a variable amount of time to process. Please contact us for any arrangement info@themadhoney.net
  • I want a refund!
    We offer a 7 days money return policy on all orders. After receiving the shipment, the buyer has to contact us within 7 days. Refunds will be given as money back or replacement. The money back does not include any shipping cost and handling fees. Please read carefuly our terms and conditions prior to request a refund. Refund times vary by bank, with some taking a few days and others taking a few weeks. Please contact direclty your financial institution / bank for exact information.
  • What are the shipping costs and methods?
    We are currently offering 2 shipping options. The shipping amount will be automatically calculated at the check-out step and you can chose which option suits you the best. All orders are shipped out from Kathmandu, Nepal to our European Fulfillment Centers and then re-dispatched to your country by Road or Air Freight. Dispatch within 3 working days - No dispatch on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holiday (2024 = Jan 1st ; Apr 1st, May 1st, 3rd & 30th ; Aug 15th ; Nov 1st & 11th ; Dec 25 & 26) ➡️ STANDARD FREE SHIPPING: We offer Free Worldwide Shipping option on all orders via Pocztex Registered Mail or CTT Registered International which are EU national post companies, reliable and solid partners who inside and outside Europe will hand over your order to the national postal company of your country like USPS, Canada Post, Japan Post, Australia Post or Royal Mail. The Estimated / Average delivery times are: 🔵Europe = 7 to 12 business days 🌍Rest of the World = 12 to 38 business days The estimated / average delivery time excludes the dispatch time. Dispatch within 3 working days You will receive a Shipment Confirmation email with your tracking number within 3-5 working days after your parcel has shipped out. Please note that some countries offer a limited tracking (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, India...) ➡️ EXPRESS SHIPPING (UPS): 🔵 Europe = 3 to 5 business days up to 2kg = $25 2kg to 4kg = $35 4kg to 5kg = $50 🌍Rest of the World = 5 to 8 business days up to 2kg = $60 2kg to 3kg = $90 3kg to 4kg = $110 4kg to 5kg = $125 We always do our best to offer a same-day dispatch for all orders received before 1pm (GMT) - valid on Express Shipping only. 📦Please note that the price is calculated on the parcel total weight including the jar and the packaging (not on the Honey weight) 📅 Estimated shipping time varies and depends on postal flows. The estimated delivery window provided reflects most standard deliveries. However, some orders may occasionally be subject to longer transit time caused by freight delay, customs hold, or any other unforeseen complications outside of The Mad Honey control. ⚠️Due to war situation and restrictions, we are currently unable to ship to Ukraine, Israel and Russia. Due to customs procedures, shipping by Standard Free Shipping to India, New Zealand, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Philippines is at your own risks. We highly recommend to opt for the Express Shipping via UPS for these countries. The Mad Honey cannot be held responsible in case of your parcel get seized, returned or destroyed. This list might change without any prior notice and is totally beyond our control. In case, we cannot ship to your country, we will contact you to offer you options including full refund of your order. Thank you for your understanding. For bulk requests, please send us an email on info@themadhoney.net
  • Do you ship to my country?
    🚀 We ship worldwide! If your country is not listed please contact us info@themadhoney.net ⚠️ Due to war situation and restrictions, we are currently unable to ship to Ukraine, Israel and Russia. ❌ Due to customs procedures, delivery to India, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia and Philippines are at your own risks. The Mad Honey cannot be held responsible in case of your parcel get seized, returned or destroyed. www.themadhoney.net/policy
  • Where The Mad Honey is shipped from?
    All orders are shipped out from Kathmandu, Nepal to our European Fulfillment Centers and then re-dispatched to your country by Road or Air Freight using CTT, Pocztex Priority Registered Service or UPS. Your tracking will start after the acceptance from our European Fulfillment Center located in Poland and Portugal.
  • How The Mad Honey is packed for shipping?
    Our products are exclusively packed in sealed GLASS JARS and shipped in a nice protective tube. We do not use plastic. We supply our jars, stickers and tubes exclusively from European manufacturers with highest quality standard. Our products are packed with great care in our own facilities according to all health and hygiene requirements.
  • Is it legal to receive Mad Honey?
    To the best of our knowledge, there is currently no regulation regarding The Mad Honey products which makes it legal to buy. We recommend you to contact your local Customs Office for further information on import regulations in your country if you have any concerns.
  • What about customs and taxes?
    Delivery to EUROPE UNION: all orders shipped to EU are already cleared and are not subject to any import and tax regulations. For other countries, customs and import regulations vary widely between countries. Unfortunately, it's not possible for us to be aware of all of the regulations specific to any given country. Where we are aware of any particular import restrictions, we endeavour to make note of this on the product detail page. It is the buyer’s responsibility to be informed and aware of the particular rules and regulations, as to the restrictions of food, natural or animal based products in his particular country. We cannot be held responsible for orders that are seized, returned or destroyed, due to customs regulations or illegalities. Ultimately it is the buyer’s responsibility to apply to import permits when required. We accept no liability for the refund/replacement of any goods or any costs relating to, or arising from, the importation or confiscation of any goods by your countries Customs Office or other government body. Likewise any import duty or tax payable on your order is your responsibility and is beyond our control. If an order is returned to us by your countries import authorities in resalable condition, we'll refund you the value of the order less any postage costs incurred to us. We can't provide a refund until we've received the products back. We recommend you contact your local Customs Office for further information on import regulations in your country if you have any concerns prior to finalize your order.
  • Can i return / ship back my Mad Honey?
    All sales are final, although we strive to find a mutually acceptable solution when issues arise. Returns and refunds are managed on a case-by-case basis, so depending on the circumstances they can take a variable amount of time to process. ​ After receiving the shipment the buyer has to contact us within 7 days. The money back does not include any shipping cost and handling fees that occured to us. The return shipping costs will be integrally paid by the buyer. To be eligible for refund, it is mandatory that the item is returned in its original packaging and in its unopened condition in order to receive a refund. If the Honey has been consumed (partially or fully) the refund request is not eligible. Please read carefuly our terms and conditions prior to request a refund.
  • Do you offer wholesale prices?
    Sure, we are happy to serve you with bigger quantities and we will happily inform you about our bulk packaging and pricing. Our wholesale minimum order starts at 5 Kg. Please contact us to request more information. Once we receive your inquiry we will contact you in 48 hours to find out how we can best meet your needs.
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