08/30/2026
💙 A Little Jelly, A Lotta Whoa… and a Bittersweet Announcement 💛
After a lot of thought, discussion, and careful deliberation, we’ve made the difficult decision to pause Hormell Hill’s Spicy Jelly.
This business started during COVID with a few homegrown peppers, some peaches from a neighbor, and an idea that we never expected would grow into what it has become. What made it truly special, though, was all of you who bought our jelly, shared our posts, recommended us to friends, came to see us at events, and continued to support us year after year.
But life has changed.
We both have full-time jobs, and our kids are growing up. Their activities, interests, and the time they need from us are requiring more and more of our attention. And as much as we have loved making jelly, we’ve realized that this is time with our family that we simply can’t get back.
Our family has been a huge part of helping Hormell Hill grow, and now it’s time for us to devote that time back to them. ❤️
This isn't goodbye forever. It’s a pause.
All of our recipes are safely tucked away, and the plan is to bring Hormell Hill back when life slows down a little. (I know… I can already hear the side-eye saying, “Yeah, like THAT’S ever going to happen.” 😂)
In the meantime, if you find yourself really needing some Hormell Hill’s, batch orders of 8 or more jars per flavor can still be made by request with advance notice. We have a feeling Christmas may be the time of year we hear from quite a few of you! 🎄
Our page will remain open, and we’ll pop in from time to time with updates, memories, and the occasional jelly-related shenanigan.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Thank you for every jar you bought, every kind word you shared, every friend you sent our way, and every time you chose to support our little family business.
We started this with our family, and because of all of you, it became so much more than we ever imagined.
Thank you for being part of the Hormell Hill family. ❤️
Until next time…
A Little Jelly, A Lotta Whoa. 🌶️🍑🍍