Made from the fruit of the succulent prickly pear cactus plant that grows predominantly on the sun-drenched southwestern deserts of the United States and Mexico. The fruit is hand-harvested and picked at the peak of ripeness to obtain the greatest amount of flavor, color and nutrient value.
When ripe, the prickly pear fruit becomes a brilliant magenta color, is juicy and sweet, and is enjoyed by the both the human and animal inhabitants of the desert Southwest.
The naturally beautiful magenta-colored syrup made from prickly pear cactus juice is customarily used over pancakes and desserts, but is also used to make exceptionally flavorful Cactus Margaritas, Wine Coolers, Spritzers, and Prickly Pear Lemonade (recipes included).