Pitcairn Island from the air: green hills and red cliffs ringed by white surf in a deep blue South Pacific.

Puritymeets Tradition

The Original Pitcairn Island
Pure Honey

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Established
in 1998

Our honey

Discover the unspoiled splendor of Pitcairn Island when you savor the exquisite richness of our premium honey selections.

Renowned for their exceptional health and gentle demeanor

Close-up of honeybees working on a honeycomb with a beekeeper's gloved hand nearby.

Its bees

In the pristine expanse of Pitcairn Island, nestled in the South Pacific, lies a treasure trove of nature's bounty – its bees. Renowned for their exceptional health and gentle demeanor, these bees produce honey of unparalleled quality. A pioneering apicultural scientist, drawn by the allure of Pitcairn's bee population, discovered their remarkable docility, enabling work with minimal protection. This revelation sparked the prospect of exporting live Queen bees, adding another dimension to Pitcairn's economic potential.

With approximately 60 hives dotting the island's landscape, the capacity for expansion looms large, promising a hive count potentially fivefold. The honey harvested here owes its rich, intense flavor to the diverse array of blooms – mango, lata, passion flower, guava, and rose apple – flourishing abundantly across Pitcairn. In 1998, the UK's Department for International Development invested in an apiculture program, empowering Pitcairn's beekeepers with training and conducting thorough disease assessments. This support opened doors for Pitcairn's honey to reach markets beyond its shores.

The diverse array of blooms

  • Mango
  • Lata
  • Passion flower
  • Guava
  • Rose apple
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Hives dotting the island's landscape
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A hive count potentially fivefold
1998
The UK's Department for International Development invested in an apiculture program
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Registered apiarists

Established in 1998

Original Honey Products

A jar of Pitcairn Island Pure Honey with a colourful label featuring a butterfly, flowers and a scenic background.

PIPCO Pitcairn Island Pure Honey

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PIPCO Pitcairn Island Pure Bee Propolis Tincture

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Boxes of honey and propolis soap with a honeybee, a honey dipper, a blue sky, clouds and a sailboat on the packaging.

PIPCO Pitcairn Island Pure Honey and Propolis Soap

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A box of honey soap with an illustration of honeycomb and bees on the front, labelled Honey Soap, Pitkern Islen Enterprises.

PIPCO Honey Soap Bar 100g

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We are PIPCO

Meet the dedicated individuals behind Pitcairn Island Pure Honey. Committed to quality, sustainability, & preserving our island's heritage.

Beekeepers inspecting a beehive in a field surrounded by other hives, with tools in hand.

Meet the Beekeepers: Guardians of Pitcairn's Liquid Gold

  • Dave Brown, smiling, wearing glasses and a red shirt, holding a bunch of red apples in a tree.

    Dave Brown

    PIPCO Manager

  • Darralyn Griffiths, smiling, wearing glasses and a colourful floral top, with green foliage behind.

    Darralyn Griffiths

    PIPCO Treasurer

  • Michele Christian, smiling, wearing glasses and a blue shirt, against a plain white background.

    Michele Christian

    PIPCO Dispatcher

  • Sunset over the ocean with clouds and greenery in the foreground.

    Torika Christian

    PIPCO Photographer

  • Several honeybees gathering nectar from a yellow flower.

    5 Apiarist

    Registered.

PIPCO Honey boasts a team of 12 dedicated members.

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Floral wealth

Pitcairn's Floral Wealth and Honey collectively captivate a global audience with their natural appeal and rich flavours.

Despite its diminutive size, Pitcairn boasts a botanical cornucopia unmatched elsewhere, with an assortment of fruits and flowers gracing its fertile soil. This unique floral tapestry, including guavas, papayas, and passion flowers, contributes to Pitcairn's honey, coveted for its exquisite taste.

For those curious about honey importation regulations, Pitcairn Island stands as a beacon of compliance, listed among the countries deemed acceptable by New Zealand's Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). For further clarity, MPI provides a comprehensive list of approved nations for honey importation, ensuring a seamless process for enthusiasts eager to savor Pitcairn's liquid gold.

Close-up of a pink and purple flower cluster with a bee pollinating on a lower petal.
A coastal landscape with a rocky cliff lined with green vegetation, blue ocean water and a partly cloudy sky.
Even esteemed palates, including that of the Queen of England, have found delight in its flavor.

Coveted for its exquisite taste

Close-up of pink flowers with a bee collecting nectar.
Close-up of white flowers on a green plant with bees collecting nectar.
Close-up of honeybees clustered on a hive, some flying around the hive entrance.
A scenic view of a lush green island surrounded by the deep blue ocean under a partly cloudy sky.
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Night over Pitcairn: rugged cliffs and ocean waves under a star-filled sky with the Milky Way.

Pristine isolation

Disease-Free
Delicacy

Photo credit Chris Pegman

In the pristine isolation of Pitcairn Island, nestled amidst the vast expanse of the South Pacific, lies a remarkable treasure – disease-free honey. Here, the bee population thrives in an environment untouched by the scourge of diseases that plague bee colonies elsewhere in the world. This pristine condition ensures that Pitcairn's honey is not only of exceptional quality but also free from the contaminants that can compromise its purity. Each jar of Pitcairn honey represents the culmination of meticulous care, pristine surroundings, and a commitment to preserving the natural harmony of this remote paradise. It is this dedication to purity and quality that makes Pitcairn's disease-free honey a prized gem sought after by discerning honey enthusiasts worldwide.

A large cruise ship sailing in the ocean near green, hilly land under a partly cloudy sky.

This is The PIPCO Story

Discover the legacy of PIPCO, born on the pristine shores of Pitcairn Island.

Experience the essence of paradise in every golden spoonful.

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Special Achievements

2010Great Taste Awards

2015Great Taste Awards