Hong Kong – The Peninsula Boutique has launched its 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival mooncake lineup, featuring a website-exclusive “Peninsula Bear” soft toffee chocolate custard mooncake and a limited-edition “Premium Mooncake Gift Box” with black sesame mochi and 15-year-aged tangerine peel red bean flavors. Early bird orders placed by July 31, 2026, qualify for a 10% discount and free delivery on qualifying purchases.
The Peninsula Hotel’s confectionery arm continues to expand its seasonal offerings, blending classic favorites with inventive new tastes. This year’s collection caters to both traditionalists and adventurous palates, with options ranging from tea-infused mooncakes to bite-sized treats and non-alcoholic sparkling tea gift sets.
New Flavors and Exclusive Sets
The standout debut is the Peninsula Bear series, available only through the official website. The set includes a mix of mini egg custard and mini chocolate custard mooncakes, the latter made with premium French chocolate and a smooth toffee filling. Priced at HK$398 for a box of six (three of each flavor), the bear-themed packaging also appears in a larger “Peninsula Bear Mid-Autumn Gift Set,” which bundles two boxes of mooncakes, a tin of bear-shaped cookies, and a cute bear keychain for HK$1,038 (original value HK$1,282).
For those seeking an elevated experience, the Limited-Edition Premium Mooncake Gift Box (HK$1,328) takes inspiration from a lantern. It contains four mini black sesame mochi mooncakes and four mini egg custard mooncakes filled with Japanese red bean paste accented by 15-year-aged tangerine peel. The box features a metal handle, soft inner lighting, and a pull-out drawer designed for reuse as a keepsake.
A combination set pairs the premium box with a classic eight-piece mini egg custard collection at a discounted HK$1,808 (original HK$1,816).
Tea-Infused and Mini Mooncakes
The hotel also refreshes its tea-flavored and petite mooncake ranges, ideal for those who prefer lighter, less sugary options. The “Mini Egg Custard and Tea-Flavoured Mooncake” box (HK$398) includes jasmine, Tieguanyin, and Earl Grey varieties alongside the classic custard. A low-sugar tea-flavored white lotus seed paste option (four pieces, HK$328) caters to health-conscious consumers.
Other bestsellers returning include:
- Mini egg custard mooncakes (8 pieces) – HK$488
- Mini egg custard and white lotus paste mooncakes (8 pieces) – HK$498
- Constellation mooncakes (8 pieces) – HK$748
- Micro egg custard mooncakes (9 pieces) – HK$388
Beyond Mooncakes: Gift Alternatives
For those who want to celebrate without traditional mooncakes, the boutique offers the Premium Mid-Autumn Sparkling Tea and Delicacy Gift Box (HK$1,228). It includes Peninsula sparkling tea, rose black tea leaves, and an assortment of handmade butterfly pastries, walnut cookies, almond crisps, and dark chocolate discs.
A more affordable Hong Kong Delicacy Selection – Mid-Autumn Edition (HK$378) packs butter egg rolls, caramel butterfly pastries, butter cookies, and walnut cookies in festive packaging, perfect for family gatherings.
Early Bird Discounts and Delivery Details
Customers can enjoy a 10% early bird discount by ordering six or more boxes of designated mooncake sets or gift vouchers through the official website before July 31, 2026. This applies to popular items like the eight-piece mini egg custard box and the Constellation mooncake set.
Delivery runs from July 10 to September 25, 2026, and is free for orders of HK$2,000 or more within Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories (excluding outlying islands, Tung Chung, the airport, and remote areas). Mooncake collection is available at the Peninsula Boutique & Café from July 9 to September 27, 2026.
All details are subject to the hotel’s official announcements.
A Tradition of Innovation
The Peninsula’s mooncake program has long set benchmarks for luxury gifting in Hong Kong. By introducing playful characters like the Peninsula Bear and rare ingredients such as 15-year-aged tangerine peel, the brand balances nostalgia with modernity. As Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, these offerings underscore a broader trend: even as consumers seek novelty, the desire for premium, handcrafted quality remains unwavering.
For those planning ahead, securing early bird orders not only saves money but guarantees availability of limited-edition sets that often sell out quickly. With delivery spanning two and a half months, the boutique aims to accommodate both local residents and overseas gifting needs.
All prices and terms are as of press time. Readers are encouraged to visit the Peninsula Boutique website for the latest updates and to place orders.