I've been here a few times to grab some prickly pear syrup as a souvenir gift. I thought I would be able to find it at local grocery shops around Tucson (since I was told that some restaurants use the syrup to marinate their meat), but this seems to be the only place that sells it. Though it's a small shop, they have a nice variety of jellies, honey, and syrups and the employees are always friendly and helpful!
A few tips on finding the place, there are about 4-5 parking spots to the side and you enter into the first blue door. Inside, you can feel free to browse and once you're ready to make your purchase (they take credit) or if you have a question, there is a doorbell to ring and someone comes out shortly.
They offer samples of the jellies, so don't be afraid to ask.
Tip: They offer a discount for seniors, Veterans, and University of Arizona students! And if you would like ideas on what you can do with prickly pear syrup, they have a small handout tag they can give you.
Prickly Pear Cactus Syrup:
7 oz $6.95
12 oz $9.95
23 oz $16.95
35 oz $23.50
Jellies & Marmalade:
2 oz $2.95
5 oz $4.95
9 oz $6.95
Local Honey:
2 oz $3.45
5 oz $5.45
9 oz $7.45
Fruit Jelly Candies --you can find the gift box at the airport but it's pricier
1 oz bag $2.95
2 oz box $4.95
12 piece box $11.45
1 pound box $8.95
Jelly Flavors: Prickly Pear, Margarita, Pomegranate
I thought I was going to love the jellies but found them to be overly sweet (since it's entirely sugar).
Prickly Pear Cactus, Hand-Dyed:
Honey Bee Shirt: $22
Quail Shirt: $29
Apron: $29.95
Store Hours: 9AM-5PM, M-F
The last time I was there, they had this Prickly Pear lip balm that I purchased for the heck of it, and surprisingly, it's been extremely moisturizing. I tried to look for more online since, but it goes for $4 and you have to pay for shipping for orders under $75.
In case anyone was wondering what prickly pear syrup is like, it's flavor is a bit underwhelming (it's nearly flavorless)--nonetheless, it has a natural, gorgeous, bright pink tone. The prickly pear syrup makes for a great color and sugar additive for beverages, ice cream, etc. And though it is a bit pricey, it totally beats DIYing prickly pear syrup at home since you can avoid the thorns, seeds, and rattlesnakes. read more