A smooth, soft‑set quince paste made from Australian‑grown quinces rescued for flavour, not appearance. This elegant paste is crafted in small batches and designed to pair effortlessly with both soft and hard cheeses, adding rich fruit depth without overwhelming texture.

Made from spray-free fruit from Stanthorpe in Queensland to create this beautiful Quince Paste. Due to the long, slow growing season of quince they often get damaged during hail storms. These fruit show large indented scars and make them unsuitable for the fresh produce market. Ugly Duck are willing to spend some extra work in the kitchen to cut out all those damages and make use of the fragrant leftover fruit flesh.

About the Producer

Ugly Duck Fine Foods is a Brisbane‑based artisan brand with a purpose: to rescue fruit that might be rejected for cosmetic reasons and turn it into flavour‑rich condiments. Founder Michelle Mascher works directly with Australian growers to source imperfect but perfectly good produce, then transforms it into small‑batch pastes and spreads free from artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.

Culinary Uses

• Spread on cracker or bread with brie, camembert or aged cheddar

• Serve as a condiment with charcuterie or cheese platters

• Spoon into yoghurt, ricotta or porridge for a sweet‑fruit upgrade

• Use as a glaze on roasted vegetables or pork

• Layer between slices in a gourmet sandwich

Ingredients: Rescued Australian Quinces (46%), Sugar, Pectin, Citric Acid

Vegan‑friendly and gluten‑free. No preservatives, artificial flavourings or colours.

Why We Love It

• Made from “rescued” fruit — reducing waste, increasing flavour

• Crafted in small batches for artisan care

• Smooth, velvety texture designed for spreading (no cracking)

• Clean, simple ingredients with bold flavour

• Ideal both for entertaining and everyday use

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. After opening, refrigerate and consume within 3–4 weeks. Soft‑set texture ensures easy spreading even when chilled. 

FAQs

Is this suitable for vegans and those avoiding gluten?

Yes — this product contains no animal‑derived ingredients and is naturally gluten‑free.

Is quince paste very sweet?

It has natural sweetness from the fruit, but the texture is soft and spreadable, and the sweetness is balanced by a hint of acidity from citric acid.

Can I use this in savoury dishes?

Yes — quince paste is a classic accompaniment to cheese and charcuterie, and also works as a glaze or sweet‑savoury ingredient in cooking.

What does “rescued fruit” mean?

It refers to produce that is flavour‑perfect but may be rejected for cosmetic reasons (shape, size, minor blemishes). Ugly Duck turns that fruit into premium pastes and spreads rather than letting it go to waste.