Production

Small batches of our produce are made in six or seven jars at a time, typically 60% fruit to 40% sugar, allowing the fruit to remain the dominant flavour and sugar the preservative. With stoned fruit or pips as many as possible are removed. All batches are rigorously checked for taste and quality by my husband and I before being labelled for sale.

All jars are hand washed, dishwasher washed and sterilised in the oven. Any re-used lids or jars that are defective or tainted are discarded. All jars are labelled with the date of production. Only the current season’s production is offered for sale.

For single people and those who prefer to eat less I also offer jams in smaller jars than the 340g (12oz) or 450g (1lb) standard jars. Some small jars and lids are recycled and others are purchased new, especially the hexagonal jars.

My jam-making has achieved a Food Standards Agency Level 5 Rating.