Jelly is a whisper. A shimmer. A clear expression of fruit—refined, filtered, and infused with grace.
It dances on the spoon, glows in morning light, and lends elegance to everything it touches—from a fresh biscuit to a rosemary-glazed roast. At Home & Fashion, we don’t just make jelly—we bottle the stillness of herb gardens, the memory of wildflowers, and the clarity of summer sunlight.
These are not the jellies of childhood toast. These are syrupy, softly set, garden-infused preserves made to be shared over brunch, gifted with ribbon, or savored by candlelight.
Our Top Picks for an Herbaceous Jelly Pantry
1. Rose Hip Jelly
A silky, softly floral preserve that feels like a morning walk through a wild garden.
- Pair with: Soft cheeses, Greek yogurt, cream scones
- Enhance with: Elderflower cordial or a strip of lemon zest
2. Mint Jelly
A timeless companion to roasted lamb, grilled eggplant, or herbed tea sandwiches.
- Flavor Profile: Bright, refreshing, and clean—like iced mint tea, captured in a jewel-toned glaze
- Enhance with: A few tarragon leaves or lemon verbena for sophistication
H&F Mint Jelly Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups packed fresh mint leaves (spearmint or peppermint)
- 2½ cups boiling water
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 3½ cups sugar
- 1 pouch (3 oz) liquid pectin
- (Optional: a drop of natural green coloring or a few sprigs of fresh herb for presentation)
Instructions:
- In a heatproof bowl, pour boiling water over the mint leaves. Let steep for 15–20 minutes, then strain, pressing leaves gently to release oils.
- Pour the mint infusion into a saucepan. Add vinegar (or lemon juice) and sugar. Stir over medium heat until dissolved.
- Bring to a gentle boil. Add pectin and continue boiling for 1–2 minutes.
- Skim foam gently and pour into hot, sterilized jars.
- Seal and process in a hot water bath if storing on a shelf, or refrigerate for immediate use.
Pair with: Lamb, pea risotto, or lemon-rosemary shortbread.
3. Herbed Apple Jelly
Golden clarity with a subtle note of thyme or rosemary.
- Pair with: Sharp cheddar, roast pork, savory galettes
- Enhance with: A pinch of black pepper or white balsamic reduction
4. Spiced Grape Jelly
Velvety and mysterious—like the velvet lining of an antique drawer.
- Flavor Profile: Rich Concord grapes, with a whisper of clove, cinnamon, or bay leaf
- Perfect For: Toasted brioche, warm brie, or gifting in amber glass jars
H&F Tip: Let Jelly Flow
To keep your jellies syrupy and luxuriously soft-set, reduce the cooking time slightly or cut back on pectin.
Don’t aim for firmness—aim for elegance. Think of it as fruit nectar with botanical memory.