Little 42g jars for tasting, gifting and special days
Sometimes a full jar is more than you need, and that is exactly what our mini 42g preserve jars are for. These little jars hold the same handmade jams, marmalades and chutneys as the rest of the range, simply in a smaller size that suits trying new flavours or giving small, charming gifts. If you have searched for mini jam jars in the UK or 42g jam jars, these are made and filled by us in Wiltshire.
They have become a quiet favourite for occasions. Mini jam jars as wedding favours give every guest a personal keepsake, while couples and hosts use them as place settings and table gifts. Hotels, B&Bs and tearooms order mini jam jars and mini marmalade jars for breakfast trays, and afternoon tea mini jams add a proper homemade touch to a stand of scones.
A jam taster set is also the most enjoyable way to find your favourite before committing to a full jar. We assemble these as a preserve gift set so you can sample several recipes in one go, which makes them an easy present for someone whose tastes you do not yet know.
Trios, advent and trying before you buy
If you are buying to discover what you like, start with a mini selection, then reorder the winners at full size from our sweet jams and curds or zesty marmalades. Around the festive season the mini format lends itself to a jam advent calendar and to filling our Christmas gift boxes, and the little jars slot neatly into any of our gift sets for any occasion.
For larger orders such as mini jam jars for hotels or events, the small size keeps things tidy and reduces waste, since each guest opens their own. Many of the recipes in this size are multiple award winners, so you can browse the award-winning collection to see which flavours to include.
The little jars punch well above their size for events. For weddings, christenings and corporate orders we can fill larger quantities, and because each guest opens their own, there is no waste and no shared spoon. They post safely too, wrapped and cushioned in packaging made for glass. With more than 100 seasonal specials passing through our kitchen across the year, the mini format is the easiest way to keep up with what is new without committing to a full jar of each.
The mini size is also the kindest way to discover a new favourite without commitment. Work through a taster set, note the ones you keep going back to, then reorder them at full size, and keep a few minis on hand for the next time you need a small, thoughtful present at short notice.
The appeal of the small jar is really about flexibility. For weddings and celebrations, a row of mini jam jars makes a favour guests actually take home and use, rather than something destined for a drawer, and many couples like that they can mix flavours across the tables. Hotels, guest houses and tearooms order them by the case for breakfast trays and afternoon tea, where a sealed individual jar is more hygienic and more charming than a communal pot.
Businesses use them as branded thank-you gifts and event giveaways, and parents have been known to fill party bags with them. For the rest of us, they are simply the sensible way to explore a range this large without committing to full jars of everything at once. Build a taster set, find the two or three you cannot live without, and reorder those at full size while keeping a handful of minis in the cupboard for the next time you need a small, genuine present at no notice. We can also assemble larger quantities for events and weddings on request, so do get in touch before a big occasion rather than ordering at the last minute.
Frequently asked questions
How big is a 42g mini jar?
Each mini jar holds 42g, a single-serving size ideal for tasting, breakfast trays or individual gifts, it’s about 4 teaspoons of deliciousness.
Do mini jam jars work as wedding favours?
Yes, mini jam jars are popular wedding favours and place settings, giving each guest a personal handmade keepsake.
Can I mix flavours in a mini taster set?
Yes, our jam taster sets combine several recipes so you can sample different flavours before buying full-size jars.
Are mini jars suitable for hotels and tearooms?
Yes, hotels, B&Bs and tearooms order our mini jam and marmalade jars for breakfast trays and afternoon tea.
