For our latest seasonal release at Oregon Fruit Co., we’re shining a spotlight on prickly pear aseptic puree — a stunning, flavor-packed fruit that brings a bold, festive energy to your latest creations. Much like OFC’s other current seasonal offering, dragon fruit, prickly pear is a cactus fruit that delivers brilliant purplish-red hues that make any beverage a true showstopper. Whether you’re looking to craft an eye-catching beer or a standout cocktail, prickly pear is your go-to ingredient for color, flavor, and innovation.
Prickly pear is known for its delicate yet intriguing flavor profile, offering subtle hints of honeydew melon, rounded out by a touch of ripe strawberry. It finishes light and clean on the palate, making it an excellent pairing for craft beverages where you want the fruit’s natural character to shine without overpowering the final product.
Given its mild, nuanced flavor, prickly “pears” best with lighter beer styles that allow its aromatic and flavor subtleties to come forward. Some of the best beer styles to showcase prickly pear include:
✔ Kölsch – The crisp, clean profile of a Kölsch complements the fruit’s melon-like sweetness beautifully.
✔ Wheat Beers – Soft malt character and a slightly hazy body provide a smooth canvas for prickly pear’s refreshing taste.
✔ Kettle Sours – The bright acidity of a kettle sour enhances the fruit’s natural sweetness, making for a balanced and refreshing experience.
Prickly pear isn’t just for brewing—its versatility extends to mixology and culinary applications as well. One of our customers blended our prickly pear and lemon purees to create a bright, refreshing pink lemonade—a simple yet visually stunning beverage that embodies summer in a glass. And our own in-house Culinary Development Specialist has concocted this delicious Prickly Pear cocktail recipe, sure to delight your taproom and bar customers.
We take pride in delivering high-quality, ready-to-use aseptic purees that capture the freshest flavors possible. Our prickly pear puree is crafted with care, ensuring consistent color, flavor, and quality—giving you a reliable ingredient for your most creative and ambitious projects.
Now is the time to embrace bold flavors, vibrant colors, and fresh seasonal inspiration. Whether you’re a brewer, mixologist, or craft beverage innovator, prickly pear aseptic puree is the secret ingredient you’ve been searching for. Prickly Pear aseptic puree is only available seasonally, so place your order today and start creating something extraordinary!
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Ready to add a splash of color and creativity to your next creation? Explore our prickly pear puree today and let the innovation begin!
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