FAQ

Jellies, jams, preserves, and fruit spreads say "refrigerate after opening" to prevent spoilage and maintain quality once the seal is broken. While the sugar content in our fruit spreads acts as a preservative, sugar alone is not enough to protect against bacteria growth at room temperature. Because we do not use commercial preservatives, refrigeration is required to extend the life of our products and protect their flavor, texture, and safety after opening. 

The differences between jellies, jams, preserves, and fruit spreads lie in their ingredients, texture, and preparation methods:

• Jelly: Made from fruit juice, sugar, and pectin (a gelling agent), jelly is transparent, firm, and smooth, with no fruit pieces. The juice is strained to remove solids, giving it a uniform texture.
• Jam: Made from crushed or pureed fruit, sugar, and sometimes pectin, jam is thicker and chunkier than jelly, with small fruit pieces or a spreadable, pulpy consistency.
• Preserves: Preserves contain whole or large pieces of fruit cooked with sugar, often without added pectin. The consistency is looser than jam, with a syrupy base and distinct fruit chunks, highlighting the fruit’s natural form.
• Fruit Spread: This is a broad term for any fruit-based spread, often with less sugar than jams or jellies. Fruit spreads may include whole fruit, purees, or juice, and sometimes use alternative sweeteners or no added sugar. The texture varies widely from smooth to chunky.

Walls Berry Farm sources the fruit for our jellies, jams, preserves, and fruit spreads exclusively from North American growers, ensuring high-quality, regionally grown ingredients.

Walls Berry Farm products are crafted with care in Portland, Oregon using premium North American-sourced fruit.