DRIED APRICOTS

We supply high quality dried apricots in bulk to food manufacturers, wholesalers, bakeries and foodservice businesses across the UK. Our range is sourced from leading global origins with a strong focus on Turkey, widely recognised for producing some of the finest dried apricots in the world.

If you are looking to buy dried apricot wholesale UK, we provide reliable supply, consistent grading and a full range of product formats suitable for commercial food production.

Premium Turkish Dried Apricots

We specialise in supplying Turkish dried apricots, which are considered the industry standard for quality, flavour and colour. Turkey remains the main supplier to the UK market due to its ideal growing climate and long established production expertise.

Turkish apricots are typically sun dried and then carefully processed to meet commercial requirements. Most are treated with sulphur dioxide to preserve colour and extend shelf life, resulting in the familiar bright orange appearance. Natural (unsulphured) apricots are also available, offering a darker brown colour and a more intense, concentrated flavour.

These characteristics make Turkish dried apricots suitable for bakery products, cereals, snack mixes, confectionery and ingredient applications.

Origins and Production

Apricots are believed to have originated in China before spreading westward via trade routes and later introduced to Europe by Alexander the Great. Today, dried apricots are produced in several regions including Turkey, Iran, the United States and South Africa, although Turkey remains the dominant supplier for the UK market.

After harvest, apricots are halved, pitted and dried under controlled conditions. The drying process reduces moisture content while concentrating natural sugars, creating a soft yet chewy texture with a naturally sweet flavour profile.

Sulphured apricots retain a bright orange colour and softer texture, while natural apricots are darker and slightly firmer.

Wholesale Dried Apricot Applications

Dried apricots are widely used across the food industry due to their flavour, texture and versatility:

  • Bakery products such as cakes, muffins and pastrie
  • Breakfast cereals and granola mixes
  • Snack and trail mix production
  • Confectionery and fruit fillings
  • Foodservice and catering applications
  • Retail dried fruit packs

Chopped apricots are also commonly used in industrial food production for bars, baked goods and processed foods where consistent distribution is required.

Our Wholesale Apricot Range

We supply a wide selection of dried apricot products to suit different commercial needs:

  • Whole pitted dried apricots (various sizes, Turkey)
  • Ready to eat rehydrated apricots (Turkey)
  • Chopped apricots (Turkey)
  • Rice floured apricots (Turkey)
  • Sulphured dried apricots
  • Natural dried apricots

All products are selected for consistency, quality and suitability for both manufacturing and foodservice supply chains.

Why Choose Us for Wholesale Dried Apricots

We provide reliable UK supply of premium dried fruit ingredients with a focus on consistency, availability and commercial performance. Our sourcing network ensures year round access to high quality Turkish dried apricots alongside other origin options.

Whether you require bulk whole apricots, chopped formats or specialist specifications, we can support your production requirements with dependable supply.

To request pricing or bulk availability, please visit our contact page.