5 Tips to Enhance Your Homemade Jams: Spices, Herbs, and More

To add a subtle touch of originality to your jam without overpowering the fruit, nothing beats a perfectly balanced and harmonious seasoning. Here are some creative pairing ideas and tips on proportions to know. Spices Cinnamon, star anise, cardamom... Always opt for whole spices rather than ground. For smaller spices like cardamom seeds, place them in a tea infuser for easy removal after cooking. Add spices at the start of cooking to infuse their full flavors. Discover our Spicy Jam Collection, a delightful experience that combines the sweetness of fruits with the warmth of spices. Each jar of jam is an invitation to a culinary adventure, featuring bold flavors like Apricot Curry Verveine, Raspberry Timut Berry, and Mango Passion Cumin or Strawberry & Tonka bean Jam Perfect for awakening your taste buds, these artisanal creations are ideal for jam lovers and those eager to explore new flavor discoveries Aromatic Herbs Whether floral waters (like orange blossom or rose water) or fresh herbs, always add them at the end of cooking to preserve their delicate aromas. Choose fresh herbs over frozen ones for a more vibrant flavor. Discover our Floral Jams: Strawberry Basil, Apricot Orange Blossom, Blackcurrant Violet, Apricot Lavender, Blueberry Lime Basil, and Raspberry Rose Petal. These unique combinations bring together the natural sweetness of fruit with delicate floral notes, offering a fresh and aromatic twist on traditional jams. Perfect for those looking to elevate their jam experience with exquisite and unexpected flavors. Alcohols Champagne, Muscat, rum… A small amount of alcohol added at the end of cooking can create a surprising and delicious combination. Did you know our bestseller is Royal Raspberry with Champagne ? The wine notes from the cooked champagne add a subtle tang to the light raspberry purée. Sweet Treats Why not replace some of the sugar in your recipe with honey? This adds a touch of indulgence to your jam. Adjust the sugar proportionally to the honey you include. Chocolate, salted caramel, or calisson paste can also bring a comforting twist to your jam. Vinegars White vinegar, wine vinegar, or cider vinegar are often used in chutneys. Add them at the end of cooking to prevent evaporation. Use sparingly to avoid overpowering the flavor of your preparation. Proportions for 2 kg of Fruit Add these ingredients at the beginning of cooking unless otherwise specified: Star anise: 1-2 stars in a spice ball. Cinnamon: 1 stick instead of powder. Cardamom: 4-5 seeds in a spice ball. Lemongrass: 1 stalk, split lengthwise. Ginger: 1 tablespoon of fresh grated ginger. Vanilla: 1 pod, split lengthwise. Orange blossom water: 2 tablespoons at the end of cooking. Rose water: 2 tablespoons at the end of cooking. Fresh mint (chopped): 1-2 tablespoons at the end of cooking. Basil or lemon thyme: 5 sprigs in a spice ball. Alcohols (spirits, rum, champagne): A splash at the end of cooking. See you soon!