HONEY PINEAPPLE - BATCH #HPB.004

"Oh Honey, You’re Just Too Sweet"

Production Date: 11/10/24

Our Honey Pineapple Preserve has a bold, sweet profile that beautifully balances fresh tropical pineapple with rich honey—but sometimes, it might be a bit too sweet! We’ve heard your feedback and are excited to share the story of how we’re fine-tuning this beloved recipe to bring out even more complex flavors.

When I set out to create Honey Pineapple, my goal was to capture honey’s rich, multifaceted sweetness. If you've ever sampled different honeys, you know each one has a unique profile, from floral and fruity notes to deeper caramel undertones. Here, I wanted the honey’s warm, golden sweetness to enhance but not overpower the naturally bright, juicy flavors of pineapple.

Pineapple brings its own character to this preserve—sweet and tangy with a hint of citrus. By using only fresh, ripe pineapples, we preserve that unmistakable juiciness and a hint of tropical acidity that cuts through the honey’s warmth. The goal was to create a contrast that feels both refreshing and indulgent.

To strike this balance, we decided to introduce a small amount of organic sugar, just enough to add complexity to the sweetness without masking the honey’s natural depth. The sugar tempers the sweetness and allows the flavors of honey and pineapple to truly shine together. After receiving your feedback, we’re reducing the added sugar to let these complex layers of flavor come through even more clearly.

Finally, our “secret ingredient” for Honey Pineapple is a touch of pure vanilla extract. Vanilla brings out the natural sweetness without adding sugar, elevating the honey and pineapple to create a harmonious, layered sweetness that lingers on the palate. It’s subtle, but it adds that elusive quality that makes each spoonful special.

Thank you for helping us perfect this recipe. We hope you enjoy the refined balance of honey, pineapple, and that hint of vanilla sweetness in every jar!

PREVIOUS BATCHES…

  • BATCH #HPB.001

    Production Date: 4/13/24

    “The OG Batch”

    Honey Pineapple was inspired by my many trips to Costa Rica, where I fell in love all over again with the sweet, juicy taste of fresh pineapple. During Easter, I discovered a limited batch of pineapple preserves made with honey, a local favorite. That taste stayed with me—the raw, vibrant essence of pineapple balanced with honey’s natural sweetness. But when I found out there was no honey in that preserve, I knew I had to create my own version.

    I wanted our Honey Pineapple to capture that pure pineapple flavor I’d fallen for, but also to make it even more special. So we introduced a touch of pure vanilla extract sourced from Villa Vanilla in Quepos, Costa Rica. This floral addition, combined with the richness of wildflower honey, brought everything together. The result? Sweet, juicy pineapple chunks complemented by caramelized and floral notes from the honey and the warm, tropical essence of vanilla. We truly love this preserve and hope it brings you the same joy it brings us.

  • BATCH #HPB.002

    Production Date: 5/16/24

    “No Food Waste”

    With this batch, we wanted to address a concern from our previous one: food waste. As a chef, it bothered me that we didn’t use the pineapple core in the first batch, so I was determined to incorporate it this time. We diced the core into small, uniform pieces to match the texture of the pineapple flesh, hoping it would cook evenly and blend smoothly.

    The flavor was spot-on, retaining the beautiful, juicy, floral balance we love. However, the texture wasn’t ideal—the core added a grainy fiber that distracted from the preserve’s natural sweetness and smoothness. While I’m glad we experimented, I think next time we’ll focus on using just the tender flesh of the pineapple. I’ll keep exploring ways to utilize the core in other recipes so that we can continue to reduce waste without compromising the experience.

  • BATCH #HPB.003

    Production Date: 9/9/25

    “Let’s Get This Out There!”

    We were finally at the stage where we wanted to test our preserves beyond friends and family, so we took extra care with this batch. We focused on perfecting the pineapple cuts, making sure there was no grainy core, and achieving the same great flavor as our original batch. To increase production, we invested in a new pot, which helped streamline the process. While we did have to boil this batch twice to get the perfect set, we managed to get it into the hands of some trusted individuals—and the feedback was fantastic, with only minor tweaks to make in the next round.

    We’re excited to continue refining this preserve, and we’re already dreaming up new possibilities: experimenting with vanilla from different regions, trying unique pineapple varieties, or using diverse types of honey. We hope you’ll join us on this journey as we explore everything our Honey Pineapple preserve can become.