Bergamot Jam from Italy

Calabrese Bergamot Jam – Artisan Made in Italy

Giannetti Artisans is thrilled to offer our extraordinary Calabrese Bergamot Jam. The bergamot is a unique citrus fruit native to Calabria. The bergamot fruit is round, slightly larger than an orange, and not as yellow as a lemon. Its skin is thin and has a delicate fragrance, while its interior is extremely pungent, resembling that of a grapefruit. Bergamot is a fragrant citrus fruit from the tropical Citrus bergamia plant.

Approximately 90% of the world’s bergamot production comes from Calabria, where the plant grows in a small area spanning about 100 miles along the coast, from Villa San Giovanni just north of Reggio to Monasterace.

You might ask: how does bergamot taste?

Unlike sweet oranges, bergamot is sour and not typically eaten fresh, although it is a good source of vitamins A, C, B1, B2, and potassium. In addition to being the star flavor of Earl Grey tea, the zest and flesh of the bergamot fruit are used in Italy to flavor cookies, custards, marmalades, syrups, and cocktails. It can also be mixed with mayonnaise or pesto and served as a condiment for fish or meat dishes to enhance the flavor.

Recent studies have suggested that bergamot may help reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

It’s a veritable treasure, all wrapped up in a sweet-smelling skin! Giannetti Artisans’ Calabrese Bergamot Jam is perfect for spreading on toast or pairing with fresh goat cheese. Our jam is made from selected organic Calabrese bergamots and raw sugar, showcasing simple Italian excellence from Calabria!

Ingredients: 53% Organic Calabrese Bergamot, organic raw sugar, organic lemon juice, pectin. 7.7 oz