Dolce -"sweet" in Italian, names Black Barn Apiary’s collection of fruit-infused honey - 8 unique honey flavors, blended with fruit and spices.. Each begins with raw prairie flower honey as its base, and a single whole fruit pairing: pineapple, raspberry and aged balsamic, strawberry and saffron, lemon and ginger and more. No additives— only honey and its complement.
These are not confections. The raw honey base adds depth without adding refined sugar, and the whole-fruit approach preserves the acidity and complexity that extract cannot replicate. The pineapple honey is light and tropical, clean on the palate. The raspberry balsamic carries tartness alongside the fruit. The strawberry saffron is the most unexpected — aromatic and warm, with a finish that neither ingredient could achieve on its own.
The Dolce collection is the most broadly approachable in the Black Barn Apiary catalog. It finds an audience with people who do not typically buy honey but will commit to something this specific — and makes a strong gift for dessert lovers, home bakers, and anyone who takes pleasure seriously.
What is fruit-infused honey?
Black Barn Apiary’s fruit-infused Dolce Crème Honeys are made by blending raw honey with fruits and spices to create a smooth, layered flavor. The result is a naturally sweet honey that’s designed for cheese boards, cooking, and pairing
How do you use pineapple honey?
Pineapple honey is the most broadly versatile variety in the Dolce collection. It works over vanilla ice cream or yogurt, stirred into a rum-based cocktail, used as a glaze on grilled shrimp or chicken, or drizzled over a mild fresh cheese like ricotta or burrata. The tropical note is clean and forward without reading as artificial — it finishes bright rather than sweet.
What does strawberry saffron honey taste like?
Strawberry saffron honey is the most complex variety in the Dolce collection. The strawberry contributes fruit and acidity. The saffron adds an aromatic warmth that does not announce itself as a spice. Together they produce something floral, warm, and slightly exotic — unlike anything in the standard honey category. It works best with soft cheeses, over desserts, or simply eaten from the spoon.
