FAQ
Halifax Hot Honey remains shelf stable indefinitely when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. The natural preservative properties of honey mean it won't spoil over time. For best flavor and consistency, keep the bottle sealed and store it in your pantry or cupboard. Once opened, it will maintain quality for several years if kept clean and dry.
Honey crystallization is completely natural and doesn't mean your honey has gone bad. All raw and unfiltered honey will crystallize over time—it's a sign of purity and quality.
To return your honey to its liquid state, gently warm the bottle in a warm cup of water for approximately 10 minutes.
Yes, we ship our honey products across Canada. Orders are typically processed within 1-2 business days.
Our signature sweet heat starts with premium red chili peppers carefully selected to deliver bold flavour and balanced heat. While the exact blend remains part of our secret recipe, each pepper is chosen to complement the rich taste of our Nova Scotia wildflower honey.
At Halifax Honey Company, we use 100% Atlantic Canadian Wildflower honey harvested by local beekeepers. We then infuse the honey with pickled chilies, allowing the sweet and spicy flavours to come together in a perfect balance.
The short answer? EVERYTHING! Drizzle it over pizza, fried chicken, or roasted vegetables. Swirl into yogurt, top deviled eggs, or mix into cocktails. Use it as a salad dressing base, a charcuterie board accent, or even a dessert topping.
Looking for more inspiration? Browse our recipe collection for ideas!
Our honey is locally sourced from Nova Scotia beekeepers and is 100% pure, raw, and unpasteurized. We work directly with small-scale apiaries to ensure the highest quality and support local agriculture.
Halifax Hot Honey was never created to be an overpowering heat — it was designed to strike the perfect balance between sweet and spicy. We start with the natural sweetness of Atlantic Canadian wildflower honey and carefully blend in real pickled chili peppers to create a flavour that enhances your food rather than takes it over.
The heat builds slowly and complements the honey’s sweetness, making it versatile enough to drizzle on everything from pizza and fried chicken to cheese, desserts, and more. That’s exactly why we call it “Tastefully Hot” — a little kick, a lot of flavour.
Halifax Stingin’ Hot Seasoning is a versatile way to add a bold kick and savoury flavour to your favourite foods. It works beautifully as a dry rub on chicken, ribs, pork, seafood, or vegetables, creating a flavourful crust with just the right amount of heat when grilled, baked, or air-fried.
It’s also an easy way to elevate everyday snacks and meals — sprinkle it over popcorn, fries, eggs, roasted vegetables, or mix it into marinades and sauces for a Stingin’ Hot twist.
We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have a question about our products, wholesale opportunities, collaborations, or simply want to share your favourite way to enjoy Halifax Honey, our team is here to help. Please email teamhoney@halifaxhoneyco.com with any other questions or inquiries!