{"product_id":"blue-ridge-jams-wild-crabapple-jelly","title":"Blue Ridge Jams Wild Crabapple Jelly","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"i4c-draggable-container\" style=\"position: fixed; z-index: 1499; width: 0px; height: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-reactroot=\"\" class=\"resolved\" style=\"all: initial;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA tart and tangy taste of Blue Ridge tradition — Wild Crabapple Jelly brings homemade nostalgia to every bite.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild crabapple jelly, especially the kind lovingly crafted in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, is a sweet, tangy spread that carries a flavor as rich in heritage as the hills from which it comes. Made in small batches and packaged in a charming, reusable 10 oz. Glass jar, this jelly speaks to a simpler time — a time of nostalgia, family breakfasts, and homemade goodness shared around a table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its heart, wild crabapple jelly is made from just four all-natural ingredients: wild crabapple juice, pure cane sugar, pectin, and citric acid, with a touch of Red #6 added for that signature rosy hue reminiscent of sunrise over the Appalachian ridges. The result is a vibrant, jewel-toned jelly with a flavor that strikes a beautiful balance between tart and sweet, bold and delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo, what does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImagine the sharp tang of a just-picked apple kissed by autumn frost, smoothed out with a gentle sweetness that lingers on the tongue. It’s zippy, bright, and refreshing — like biting into a slice of late-summer sunshine. The jelly has a firm, spoonable consistency that spreads like a dream on warm, buttered toast, biscuits, or flaky croissants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBut first, what exactly are crabapples?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrabapples are the tiny, often tart cousins of the common apple. Unlike their orchard-grown relatives, crabapples are typically wild, with fruits no larger than a golf ball and a punch of flavor that far exceeds their size. They grow on small trees and thrive in the cool mountain air and rocky soil of the Blue Ridge region. You’ll often find them in meadows, along old fence lines, or bordering mountain homesteads — their gnarled branches heavy with bright red or yellow fruit in late summer and early fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrabapples themselves are astringent and sharp when raw, but once cooked down and sweetened, their flavor transforms into something magical — tart, fragrant, and complex with floral and citrusy undertones. It’s this transformation that makes them perfect for jelly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat would you use wild crabapple jelly for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s a classic on the breakfast table — spooned generously over hot buttermilk biscuits, folded into a buttery crepe, or used as a glaze for homemade pastries. But its uses go far beyond morning rituals. Try pairing it with sharp cheeses on a rustic charcuterie board, glazing a roast pork loin, or whisking it into a vinaigrette for a bright salad dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery jar of this jelly is a little time capsule — a reminder of foraged fruit, handed-down recipes, and early morning breakfasts with family. It’s not just a spread; it’s a taste of tradition, a connection to the land, and a spoonful of homemade Appalachian charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1514\" class=\"\"\u003eBring home the classic taste of Crabapples—order your jar today and receive \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping \u003c\/strong\u003eon qualifying orders of $50.00 or more of Harvest Array's collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harvestarray.com\/collections\/jellies-and-jams\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ejellies and jams\u003c\/a\u003e when shipped within the US (excludes Alaska and Hawaii).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"417\" width=\"417\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; float: none;\" alt=\"Blue Ridge Jams Wild Crabapple Jelly for Harvest Array\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/8808\/9497\/files\/BRJ_Wild_Crabapple_Jelly_in_for_Harvest_Array_480x480.jpg?v=1744633440\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Specifications for this unique jelly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNet weight 10 ounces (283 grams). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003e Crabapple Juice, Pure Cane Sugar, Pectin, Citric Acid, Red #6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerate after opening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from the finest all-natural ingredients. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW167557803 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167557803 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping on orders over $50.00\u003c\/strong\u003e of Items in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harvestarray.com\/collections\/jellies-and-jams\" title=\"Jellies and Jams\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW167557803 BCX8\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167557803 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"\u003eFood and Market Section\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW167557803 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167557803 BCX8\"\u003e and most other categories on Harvest Array\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW167557803 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167557803 BCX8\"\u003e. 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