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Honey, jam and savoury condiments need jars that suit both the food and how you plan to sell it. This collection includes round, square and hexagonal glass food jars for businesses choosing packaging for a new product or updating an existing range.
For UK artisan producers, independent food brands and speciality retailers, the starting point is the product itself. Think about how much you want to sell in each jar, how customers will use it and where it will be displayed, whether that's on a deli shelf or in a gourmet gift set.
Clear glass lets customers see the colour and texture of your food. Your label adds the details: ingredients, where the product comes from and your brand's story.
Choose the jar and plan the label together so there's enough room for everything customers need to know.
Choose a jar that suits the food
Jam, honey, sauces and chutneys don't all need the same jar. A smooth spread may need a different opening from a chunky condiment. Along with the shape, consider how much the jar holds and how easily customers can reach the contents.
Start with the quantity you want to sell, then try filling the jar with your product. This will help you check whether it works with your recipe and your production process. Confirm that the jar and lid are suitable for the food and the way you fill it.
Think about how the jars will look across your range, too. If you're adding chutneys to a jam collection, similar jars with different labels can help customers recognise your brand. A separate gourmet range might suit a different style.
You don't need to use the same jar for every product, but the range should be easy for customers to recognise and straightforward for your business to manage.
Plan your jar order around production
A small seasonal batch and a regular production run call for different order quantities. In either case, work out what you need before placing an order.
When comparing glass jars, include the cost of compatible lids, labels and any packaging needed for delivery. Look at the full packaging cost alongside your planned selling price and where you'll sell the product.
Use this collection to narrow down your options, then check each jar's specifications and ordering details.
Confirm stock, order quantities and delivery dates against your production schedule. For a new product, leave enough time to check a filled and labelled sample before ordering jars for the full batch.
