JD's Hot Honey — Sweet Heat That Goes on Everything

JD's Hot Honey is one of those products that sounds simple until you try it, and then you cannot stop putting it on things. Founded by Jade during lockdown in 2020, the brand started with a home kitchen experiment — infusing honey with red jalapeño peppers to create a better pizza topping than any off-the-shelf hot sauce could manage. The result was so good that it quickly went from homemade hobby to a full product range now stocked by restaurants, pizza joints, and independent retailers across the UK. All Natty carries JD's Hot Honey in Bristol because it is the kind of condiment that makes everything else in your basket taste better.

The Origin Story

Like many good things, JD's Hot Honey was born from a specific problem. During lockdown, Jade and her husband got obsessed with homemade Neapolitan pizza. Sweet chilli sauce did not cut it. Standard hot sauce was too aggressive. What they wanted was something that balanced sweetness with heat — the floral quality of good honey with a rising warmth from chilli peppers. Jade started testing batches at home, found the right formula using red jalapeños, and quickly realised that this combination worked on far more than just pizza. Chicken, fish, roast vegetables, BBQ, waffles, ice cream, cocktails — hot honey turned out to be one of the most versatile condiments imaginable.

She sourced UK-based suppliers, bottled her original recipe, and launched JD's Hot Honey. The brand now supplies some of the best pizza and BBQ restaurants in the country, and has built a loyal following among home cooks who have discovered that a drizzle of hot honey transforms ordinary food into something genuinely exciting.

The Range

The lineup has grown beyond the original but the philosophy stays the same — quality honey, real chilli, made in the UK, no shortcuts. The Original is the one that started it all: red jalapeño-infused honey with a medium, rising heat that does not overpower the sweetness. The Smoked Hot Honey adds a Mexican-inspired twist using chipotle chilli for a deep, smoky warmth that works brilliantly on nachos, fajitas, and roasted meat. And the XXTRA Hot Honey steps things up with habanero for anyone who wants genuine heat with their sweet. They have also launched a Hot Honey Seasoning and jalapeño chilli flakes, rounding out a range that covers every level of spice enthusiasm.

Who JD's Hot Honey Is For

If you make pizza at home — and let's be honest, who does not — JD's Hot Honey is the finishing touch that takes it from good to outstanding. A drizzle of the Original over a margherita or a pepperoni is genuinely transformative. But the range goes well beyond pizza night. The Smoked version is brilliant as a glaze for chicken wings or salmon. The Original lifts a cheese toastie, a halloumi salad, or even a slice of toast with butter.

It also pairs surprisingly well with drinks. A drizzle of hot honey in a cocktail adds depth and complexity — try it in a whisky sour or an Old Fashioned. And for a proper All Natty snack spread, combine JD's Hot Honey with some Serious Pig charcuterie, a few olives, and a bottle from our wine range. The sweet heat against salty cured meat and a glass of natural red is one of those combinations that just works.

Looking for more condiments? Browse our full condiments collection for other ways to upgrade your kitchen.

JD's Hot Honey Delivery in Bristol & the UK

Pizza night sorted. Order JD's Hot Honey from All Natty before 2pm and we will deliver across Bristol the same day. Add a few bottles to your wine or snack order — free Bristol delivery kicks in at £40. UK-wide shipping is available too. All the details are on our shipping page.

What is JD's Hot Honey?

JD's Hot Honey is a UK-made range of chilli-infused honey sauces. Founded by Jade during lockdown in 2020, the brand started with an original red jalapeño-infused honey and has expanded to include Smoked (chipotle), XXTRA Hot (habanero), a seasoning, and chilli flakes. All products are made using UK suppliers and real ingredients.

Where can I buy JD's Hot Honey in Bristol?

All Natty stocks JD's Hot Honey in Bristol. Order online at allnatty.co.uk for same-day delivery across Bristol, or visit our bottle shop in BS3.

How hot is JD's Hot Honey?

The Original (red jalapeño) has a medium, rising heat — sweet first, then a warm chilli kick. The Smoked (chipotle) adds a deep smoky warmth at a similar heat level. The XXTRA Hot (habanero) is significantly spicier and designed for heat lovers. All three balance sweetness with heat rather than being purely fiery.

What can I put hot honey on?

Almost anything. The most popular use is drizzled over pizza, but JD's Hot Honey works brilliantly on fried chicken, roasted vegetables, grilled fish, BBQ meats, cheese boards, waffles, ice cream, and even in cocktails. The Smoked version is especially good as a marinade or glaze. It is one of the most versatile condiments in the kitchen.