“Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.” While the famous “Devil Wears Prada” quote may be rooted in sarcasm, its sentiment holds true for several food and drink companies incorporating flower petals and extracts in unique and interesting ways this season.
These products make perfect gifts for someone who may expect more than a bouquet on a birthday or special occasion — they can now have their flowers and eat — or drink — them, too.
From crackers and jams to sorbet and sparkling teas, these are the seasonal, plant-based indulgences that are currently trending.
Blake Hill Preserves Botanical Jams
Upgrade that lousy peanut butter and jelly with a flower-infused jam. Featuring ingredient combos like gooseberry with elderflower, raspberry with wild bergamot, and rhubarb with dandelion and honey, Blake Hill’s award-winning concoctions will kick any ol’ jar to the curb — or at least to the bottom shelf on the pantry. These also make wonderful additions to thumbprint cookies, so enjoy in the spring but keep them in mind for winter.
Flouwer Co. Artisanal Crackers
If you are what you eat, you’re certainly beautiful while noshing on one of these colorful crackers. Full of organically grown edible flowers and garden herbs, Flouwer Co.’s Instagram-worthy crisps make a lovely addition to charcuterie boards showing off the vibrancy and flavors of spring. Pair them with dips, cheeses and spreads or enjoy on their own with just the right amount of sea salt to complement the earthy notes.
La Newyorkina Hibiscus Raspberry Sorbet
The only thing better than sorbet on an unseasonably hot spring day is sorbet with hibiscus and raspberry on an unseasonably hot spring day. The sweet, tart treat, perfected by New York City-based La Newyorkina, will quickly become your new favorite pint for any warm weather soirée. Still haven’t satisfied that craving? The company has also introduced citrusy yuzu-based la guapetonas, or popsicles, with eye-catching edible flowers scattered throughout.
Rishi Tea & Botanicals Sparkling Botanicals
Whether you’re making more mindful beverage decisions or prefer your tea unsweetened, antioxidant-heavy Rishi makes for a healthy addition to your daily drink lineup. Featuring dozens of organically sourced leaves, berries, flowers and roots with steam-distilled essential oils, these light refreshers are a suitable alternative to the sugar-laden varieties on grocery store shelves. The light effervescence is simply an added bonus.
Raaka Chocolate Botanical Collection
Beloved chocolate company Raaka has incorporated a variety of cocoa-complementing botanicals, including chamomile, lavender, rose and basil. These beautiful pairings are a garden-themed departure from what you’d typically find in a standard chocolate bar. While these taste delicious on their own, they also pair well with beverages like tea and red wine for a post-meal dessert that will reawaken your palate.
Eat Your Flowers Edible Flowerfetti Sprinkles
Dubbed “nature’s sprinkles,” this versatile shaker is the perfect accompaniment to cakes, cupcakes, cookies and any baked good in need of a little pizazz. Customers are also encouraged to add the rainbow blend of hand-picked and dried flowers to savory dishes like soups and salads. They can even be infused into a cup of hot water to be sipped as a tea. Needless to say, this spice rack addition is so much more than a pretty gimmick.