Hot Honey
Concept & Craft
We start with raw, single-origin wildflower honey—light enough to showcase nuance yet robust enough to stand up to spice. Into this liquid gold we steep hand-selected peppers at peak ripeness:
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Cayenne for a bright, approachable burn, or
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Red Habanero for deeper fruit notes and lingering heat.
A finishing splash of raw apple-cider vinegar brightens the palate and keeps the sweetness in perfect equilibrium.
Color
Amber-ruby, shot through with fiery undertones. Fine specks of natural capsaicin oils shimmer when the bottle is swirled—a visual cue to the flavor fireworks inside.
Aroma & Flavor
| Layer | What You’ll Sense |
|---|---|
| First impression | Wildflower nectar, warm caramel, hint of dried apricot |
| Mid-palate | Blooming chile heat—cayenne’s crisp spark or habanero’s fruity punch |
| Finish | Gentle tang of vinegar, honey warmth returns, slow heat glow lingers 10–20 s |
Heat Levels
| Choice | Scoville Feel | Personality |
|---|---|---|
| Cayenne Infusion | ★★☆☆☆ (mild-medium) | Bright, friendly, perfect for crowd-pleasing drizzle |
| Habanero Infusion | ★★★★☆ (medium-hot) | Tropical fruit depth, lingering warmth for true spice lovers |
No artificial extracts—only whole, dried chiles for clean, layered heat.
Ingredients & Process
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100 % Raw Honey – gravity-strained, never pasteurized
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Sun-dried Cayenne or Red Habanero – crushed at infusion
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Raw Apple-Cider Vinegar – just enough to lift flavor, never enough to thin texture
Slow, low-temperature steeping (below 115 °F / 46 °C) preserves honey enzymes while coaxing capsaicinoids and aromatic oils from the peppers. The batch rests, then is coarse-filtered to keep subtle flecks—proof of real chiles, not flavoring.
Culinary Pairings & Uses
| Dish / Drink | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Fried or wood-fired chicken | Caramelizes the crust, cuts richness with sweet heat |
| Neapolitan-style pizza | Pops against tomato acidity and melted cheese |
| Roasted Brussels & carrots | Adds glaze, balances earthy veg with lively spice |
| Breakfast staples | Drizzle over buttered biscuits, avocado toast, or waffle batter |
| Cheese & charcuterie | Contrasts creamy Brie, sharp Cheddar, or cured meats |
| Craft cocktails & mocktails | Swirl into bourbon lemonade or spicy ginger fizz |
Why Choose Our Hot Honey?
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Two heat paths—cayenne or habanero—so you control the sizzle.
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Raw honey integrity—enzymes, antioxidants, and floral nuance stay intact.
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Zero additives—no corn syrup, extracts, or preservatives.
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Small-batch precision—consistent pourability, balanced flavor, gorgeous glass-bottle shelf presence.
From quick weeknight dinners to upscale bar programs, Small-Batch Hot Honey turns the familiar into the unforgettable—one fiery ribbon at a time.
