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The Author Carl market stall at Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

Choose a single jar or bottle of your favourite honey.

Author Carl Borage Honey 227g jar

Borage Honey

Pale, delicate and clean-tasting honey

A beautifully light honey with a clean, delicate flavour. Its mild character makes it an excellent everyday honey for toast, yoghurt, porridge and drinks.

  • Net weight: 227g
  • Pure honey
  • Delicate flavour and pale colour
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£12.00
Author Carl Heather Honey 227g jar

Heather Honey

Rich, aromatic and full-flavoured honey

A distinctive honey with a deeper, more aromatic character. A strong choice for anyone who prefers honey with a rich and memorable flavour.

  • Net weight: 227g
  • Pure honey
  • Rich, aromatic character
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£12.00
Author Carl Runny Honey 227g jar

Runny Honey

Smooth-flowing pure honey

Classic pure runny honey with a naturally sweet flavour and an easy-pouring consistency. Ideal for breakfast, baking, hot drinks and everyday use.

  • Net weight: 227g
  • Pure honey
  • Smooth, pourable consistency
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£12.00
Author Carl Soft Set Honey 227g jar

Soft Set Honey

Smooth, creamy and spreadable honey

Pure honey carefully set to produce a fine, smooth texture. It spreads easily without the drips associated with runny honey.

  • Net weight: 227g
  • Pure honey
  • Smooth, creamy texture
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£12.00
Author Carl Hot Fire Honey 145g bottle

Hot Fire Honey

Sweet honey with a fiery chilli kick

A sweet-and-spicy finishing honey made for drizzling. Try it over pizza, fried chicken, cheese, roasted vegetables or barbecue food.

  • Net weight: 145g
  • Honey infused with chilli heat
  • Easy-drizzle bottle
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£10.00

Honey Gift Packs

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Three-jar and three-bottle packs, including mixed honey collections.

Borage Honey three-jar gift pack

Borage Honey Gift Pack

Three jars of Borage Honey

Three jars of pale, delicately flavoured Borage Honey presented together as a generous gift or useful pantry pack.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 227g per jar
  • Total honey weight: 681g
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£30.00
Heather Honey three-jar gift pack

Heather Honey Gift Pack

Three jars of Heather Honey

Three jars of rich, aromatic Heather Honey for someone who enjoys a deeper and more distinctive honey flavour.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 227g per jar
  • Total honey weight: 681g
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£30.00
Runny Honey three-jar gift pack

Runny Honey Gift Pack

Three jars of Runny Honey

Three jars of classic smooth-flowing honey, ideal for breakfast tables, baking, drinks and everyday use.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 227g per jar
  • Total honey weight: 681g
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£30.00
Soft Set Honey three-jar gift pack

Soft Set Honey Gift Pack

Three jars of Soft Set Honey

Three jars of smooth, creamy Soft Set Honey with an easy-spreading texture and no runny drips.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 227g per jar
  • Total honey weight: 681g
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£30.00
Hot Fire Honey three-bottle gift pack

Hot Fire Honey Gift Pack

Three bottles of Hot Fire Honey

Three easy-drizzle bottles combining the sweetness of honey with fiery chilli heat. A bold gift for chilli lovers.

  • Contains 3 bottles
  • 145g per bottle
  • Total honey weight: 435g
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£28.00
Mixed Honey Gift Pack 1 with Borage Heather and Runny Honey

Mixed Honey Gift Pack 1

Borage · Heather · Runny

Three contrasting pure honeys in one gift pack: delicate Borage, rich Heather and versatile Runny Honey.

  • Contains 3 different jars
  • 227g per jar
  • Borage, Heather and Runny Honey
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£30.00
Mixed Honey Gift Pack 2 with Soft Set Heather and Borage Honey

Mixed Honey Gift Pack 2

Soft Set · Heather · Borage

A varied three-jar gift pack combining creamy Soft Set Honey, rich Heather Honey and delicate Borage Honey.

  • Contains 3 different jars
  • 227g per jar
  • Soft Set, Heather and Borage Honey
  • Not suitable for children under 12 months
£30.00

Jams & Marmalades

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Individual 245g jars of handmade jam and marmalade.

Author Carl Strawberry Jam

Strawberry Jam

Traditional handmade strawberry jam

A classic strawberry jam made in the traditional style, full of fruit flavour and ideal for toast, scones, cakes and baking.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50
Author Carl Raspberry Jam

Raspberry Jam

Traditional handmade raspberry jam

A rich raspberry jam with a bright, sharp-sweet fruit flavour. Excellent on toast, scones, porridge and sponge cakes.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50
Author Carl Seville Orange Marmalade

Seville Orange Marmalade

Traditional orange marmalade

A classic Seville orange marmalade with proper citrus flavour. Ideal for toast, crumpets, baking and breakfast gifts.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50
Author Carl Strawberry and Aji Limón Chilli Jam

Strawberry & Aji Limón Chilli Jam

Sweet strawberry jam with chilli heat

A sweet and spicy preserve combining strawberry jam with Aji Limón chilli. Great with cheese, cold meats, burgers and savoury snacks.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Contains chilli heat
£5.50
Author Carl Strawberry and Mint Jam

Strawberry & Mint Jam

Fruity strawberry jam with fresh spearmint

A full-flavoured strawberry jam lifted by a carefully balanced touch of fresh spearmint. Delicious on toast, scones or served alongside desserts.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Fresh mint flavour without overpowering the fruit
£4.50
Author Carl Strawberry & Orange Jam 245g jar

Strawberry & Orange Jam

Sweet strawberries with a bright orange twist

Strawberry and orange come together in a fruity jam for toast, scones, cakes and breakfast treats.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50
Author Carl Strawberry & Ginger Jam 245g jar

Strawberry & Ginger Jam

Fruity strawberry jam with warming ginger

Strawberry jam with a warming ginger twist. Enjoy it on toast, with scones or alongside desserts.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50
Author Carl Blackcurrant Jam 245g jar

Blackcurrant Jam

Rich, sharp-sweet blackcurrant flavour

A rich blackcurrant jam with a sharp-sweet fruit flavour. Delicious on toast, scones and sponge cakes.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50
Author Carl Blackcurrant & Ginger Jam 245g jar

Blackcurrant & Ginger Jam

Rich blackcurrants with warming ginger

Deep blackcurrant flavour paired with warming ginger. Try it on toast, scones or with puddings.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50
Author Carl Seville Orange & Ginger Marmalade 245g jar

Seville Orange & Ginger Marmalade

Classic Seville orange with a warming ginger twist

Seville orange marmalade with warming ginger. A bright, bittersweet choice for toast, crumpets and breakfast gifts.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 245g
  • Best before: see jar label
£4.50

Individual 230g jars for cheese boards, curries and savoury food.

Author Carl Apple and Ginger Chutney

Apple & Ginger Chutney

Traditional sweet-savoury chutney

A rich apple and ginger chutney made for cheese, pork pies, cold meats, sandwiches, sausage rolls and savoury platters.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 230g
  • Leave to mature for best flavour
£5.50
Author Carl Mango Chutney

Mango Chutney

Rich, fruity chutney with warm spices

A generous mango chutney balancing ripe fruit, gentle acidity and aromatic spices. Serve it with curries, poppadoms, cheese, cold meats or sandwiches.

  • Single jar
  • Net weight: 230g
  • Sweet, tangy and warmly spiced
£5.50

Preserve Trios

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Three jars of the same preserve — stock up or give as a gift.

The Strawberry Jam Trio with three jars of strawberry jam

The Strawberry Jam Trio

Three jars of Strawberry Jam

A three-jar pack of traditional strawberry jam. Ideal for regular jam buyers or as a simple food gift.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Traditional strawberry jam
£13.50
The Raspberry Jam Trio with three jars of raspberry jam

The Raspberry Jam Trio

Three jars of Raspberry Jam

A three-jar pack of raspberry jam with a rich, sharp-sweet flavour.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Traditional raspberry jam
£13.50
The Marmalade Trio with three jars of Seville orange marmalade

The Marmalade Trio

Three jars of Seville Orange Marmalade

A three-jar pack of classic Seville orange marmalade for proper breakfast-table citrus flavour.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Traditional orange marmalade
£13.50
The Strawberry and Aji Limón Chilli Jam Trio with three jars of chilli jam

The Strawberry & Aji Limón Chilli Jam Trio

Three jars of Strawberry & Aji Limón Chilli Jam

A three-jar pack of sweet and spicy chilli jam for cheese boards, burgers, cold meats and savoury snacks.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Contains chilli heat
£16.50
The Apple and Ginger Chutney Trio with three jars of chutney

The Apple & Ginger Chutney Trio

Three jars of Apple & Ginger Chutney

A three-jar pack of apple and ginger chutney. Excellent with cheese, pork pies, sausage rolls, cold meats and sandwiches.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 230g per jar
  • Sweet-savoury chutney
£16.50
The Strawberry and Mint Jam Trio with three jars of jam

The Strawberry & Mint Jam Trio

Three jars of Strawberry & Mint Jam

Three jars of fruity strawberry jam balanced with fresh spearmint. A distinctive gift or an easy way to keep a favourite well stocked.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Strawberry jam with fresh spearmint
£13.50
The Mango Chutney Trio with three jars of chutney

The Mango Chutney Trio

Three jars of Mango Chutney

A three-jar pack of rich, fruity mango chutney for curries, poppadoms, cheese, cold meats and sandwiches.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 230g per jar
  • Sweet, tangy and warmly spiced
£16.50
Author Carl Strawberry & Orange Jam trio of three 245g jars

Strawberry & Orange Jam Trio

Three jars of Strawberry & Orange Jam

Three jars of Strawberry & Orange Jam. Strawberry and orange come together in a fruity jam for toast, scones, cakes and breakfast treats.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Best before: see jar label
£13.50
Author Carl Strawberry & Ginger Jam trio of three 245g jars

Strawberry & Ginger Jam Trio

Three jars of Strawberry & Ginger Jam

Three jars of Strawberry & Ginger Jam. Strawberry jam with a warming ginger twist. Enjoy it on toast, with scones or alongside desserts.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Best before: see jar label
£13.50
Author Carl Blackcurrant Jam trio of three 245g jars

Blackcurrant Jam Trio

Three jars of Blackcurrant Jam

Three jars of Blackcurrant Jam. A rich blackcurrant jam with a sharp-sweet fruit flavour. Delicious on toast, scones and sponge cakes.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Best before: see jar label
£13.50
Author Carl Blackcurrant & Ginger Jam trio of three 245g jars

Blackcurrant & Ginger Jam Trio

Three jars of Blackcurrant & Ginger Jam

Three jars of Blackcurrant & Ginger Jam. Deep blackcurrant flavour paired with warming ginger. Try it on toast, scones or with puddings.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Best before: see jar label
£13.50
Author Carl Seville Orange & Ginger Marmalade trio of three 245g jars

Seville Orange & Ginger Marmalade Trio

Three jars of Seville Orange & Ginger Marmalade

Three jars of Seville Orange & Ginger Marmalade. Seville orange marmalade with warming ginger. A bright, bittersweet choice for toast, crumpets and breakfast gifts.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • 245g per jar
  • Best before: see jar label
£13.50

Mixed Preserve Collections

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Three different preserves together in each collection.

The Breakfast Preserve Collection with strawberry jam, raspberry jam and Seville orange marmalade

The Breakfast Preserve Collection

Strawberry Jam · Raspberry Jam · Seville Orange Marmalade

A classic breakfast-table selection with two traditional fruit jams and a proper orange marmalade.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • Handmade small-batch preserves
  • Good choice for gifting or trying the range
£13.50
The Artisan Preserve Selection with strawberry jam, Seville orange marmalade and apple and ginger chutney

The Artisan Preserve Selection

Strawberry Jam · Seville Orange Marmalade · Apple & Ginger Chutney

A balanced sweet and savoury collection with jam, marmalade and chutney in one set.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • Sweet and savoury mix
  • Works well as a food gift
£14.50
The Sweet and Spicy Collection with strawberry jam, chilli jam and apple and ginger chutney

The Sweet & Spicy Collection

Strawberry Jam · Strawberry & Aji Limón Chilli Jam · Apple & Ginger Chutney

A more unusual gift set for people who like traditional preserves with a stronger flavour twist.

  • Contains 3 jars
  • Includes chilli jam and chutney
  • Good for cheese boards, cold meats and savoury pairings
£15.50

Choose one 50g pouch or save £10 with three pouches for £50.

Author Carl Ceremonial Matcha 50g pouch

Ceremonial Matcha

High-quality stone-ground matcha

A vibrant, finely stone-ground ceremonial matcha with a smooth character. Enjoy it traditionally with water or use it to make a premium matcha latte.

  • Net weight: 50g
  • 100% matcha from Japan
  • Sourced from a fifth-generation family-owned tea farm
  • Freshly sealed for quality
£20.00
Author Carl Ceremonial Matcha trio of three 50g pouches

Ceremonial Matcha Trio

Three 50g pouches of ceremonial matcha

Three pouches of Author Carl ceremonial matcha from Japan. Enjoy it traditionally with water or use it to make matcha lattes. Save £10 compared with three individual £20 pouches.

  • Contains 3 pouches
  • 50g per pouch · total 150g
  • 100% matcha from Japan
£50.00
Carl Williams holding two jars of Author Carl honey at his Royal Albert Dock market stall, as featured by the Liverpool Echo

Featured by the Liverpool Echo

Buy from a real local business

Author Carl is the trading name of Carl Williams, a local food author and market trader. Carl was featured by the Liverpool Echo while selling his books, preserves and honey at Royal Albert Dock.

Carl makes the preserves in small batches and sells the wider range directly online and at selected markets and events.

If you have a question before ordering or need help afterwards, you can contact Carl directly.

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Books behind the products

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Author Carl products are connected to the practical food knowledge covered in the books, including jam making, preserving, fermentation, curry cooking, spices and traditional home food methods.

Jam, Jelly & Marmalade

Learn the methods behind traditional jams, jellies and marmalades.

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Preserving & Fermentation

Practical guides covering safe preserving, fermentation and homemade food skills.

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Indian Curry & Spices

Books and guides linked to curry, chutneys, spice blends and restaurant-style cooking.

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