Audrey Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 I am making jams this weekend. The poll are most of the types of jam I'm making. Just for fun, which one would you most prefer? If I didn't list your fave jam, what is that? I'm also making Saskatoon jam and gooseberry jam, but most people won't know those, so I left them out. However, if you know Saskatoons and gooseberries and they happen to be your favourite, please do shout out. :D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daria Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 Plum, followed very closely by apricot and raspberry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 (edited) Strawberry. There is no other type. Other kinds are dead to me. Edited September 2, 2017 by Kinsa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted September 2, 2017 Author Share Posted September 2, 2017 Where's the other? If you have an "other" could you post it? I just made the poll of jams I'm actually making this weekend. But, I love to know what other people like, so please share? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 My favourites that I make are lilac and beach rose. I forgot to make either this year. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daria Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 Strawberry. There is no other type. Other kinds are dead to me. Kinsa, This might be the first time you have said something that I have found completely and utterly wrong. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 I voted apricot, but I also love blueberry, raspberry, and strawberry - in that order. :thumbup1: Blackberry is just okay. A big fat NO to plum and rhubarb. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Huckleberry is my all-time favorite, but I can't get it around where I live (sigh). My best locally made one is black raspberry which I buy from our local Farmer's Market (sugar and artificial sweetener free). The only two I really can't stand are peach and strawberry, but I'm not sure I've tried plum or apricot TBH. Blackberry, blueberry, rhubarb (as long as it's not made with strawberries) and grape are all good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I like raspberry, but I like marmalades too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noreen Claire Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Apricot is my favorite. My kids prefer strawberry vanilla, blueberry lemon, raspberry cocoa, and cantaloupe vanilla (tastes like creamscicle!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 (edited) Black currant, red currant, cherry, various marmalades, combination jams such as apricot/pineapple, etc. We currently have black currant jam, red currant jelly, and gooseberry preserves open, I think. And lingonberry something. ETA: raspberry and blackberry seeds get stuck in my molars. :( Edited September 3, 2017 by luuknam 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Kinsa, This might be the first time you have said something that I have found completely and utterly wrong. And now you are dead to me too. 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Strawberry, blackberry, and raspberry would be a tie. It depends on my mood which of these three I would want. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daria Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 And now you are dead to me too. 😅 Please serve apricot or raspberry jam at my funeral. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I cannot vote. The very best one of all is Thimbleberry Jam. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 around here - blackberries are a delicacy. ... you cannot buy this type of blackberry. the ones for purchase - lack the flavor. you can only pick them where they grow wild - only the truly naive would ever plant them in their yard.** (preferably- there is a freeway between you.) sil has been picking them and bringing them here on condition dh makes pie (no one here is complaining) . . . maybe I should go pick some so I can make jam for holidays. . . . . after that - strawberry, or raspberry. my own. I did find a close approximation for my raspberry from trader joes'. tiny jar for $5 a pop. . ..(I have a glorified brownie recipe that calls for raspberry jam - and I was out.) ** have an acquaintance who moved here and thought "cool, blackberries in our yard" . . . so, they fertilized and watered them. :huh: :lol: :smilielol5: :smilielol5: :smilielol5: :smilielol5: boy did they learn their lesson! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxbridgeacademy Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I am making jams this weekend. The poll are most of the types of jam I'm making. Just for fun, which one would you most prefer? If I didn't list your fave jam, what is that? I'm also making Saskatoon jam and gooseberry jam, but most people won't know those, so I left them out. However, if you know Saskatoons and gooseberries and they happen to be your favourite, please do shout out. :D I like gooseberry, but I think I'd prefer Plum or even rhubarb. particularly because it's difficult to find in stores (plus I LOVE both). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaniemom Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Really I prefer Applebutter to any jam. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Please serve apricot or raspberry jam at my funeral. 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 1. Blackberry, seedless. 2. Strawberry 3. Apricot 4. Orange marmalade I have never had gooseberries or huckleberries. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Quince Marmalade And I had a lovely peach and passionfruit jam recently. Prickly pear jam is nice, but more fun if you call it cactus jam. I don't know what thimbleberry jam is, but I want some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Man I haven't had apricot jam in forever! Second favorite is blueberry, yummy! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosika Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I am making jams this weekend. The poll are most of the types of jam I'm making. Just for fun, which one would you most prefer? If I didn't list your fave jam, what is that? I'm also making Saskatoon jam and gooseberry jam, but most people won't know those, so I left them out. However, if you know Saskatoons and gooseberries and they happen to be your favourite, please do shout out. :D I voted blackberry, but then I read your post. Saskatoons! Every time we're up there visiting family I stockpile some :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 And I had a lovely peach and passionfruit jam recently. This brought back memories. I love Passionfruit jam too - leave out the peach part though (if it was the same jam). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I voted for blueberry, but hot pepper jam comes in a very close second for me. Mmmm....now I am getting impatient for our pepper crop to come in! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 When I was a kid, the neighbors had a mulberry tree and are an interesting preserve from it if memory serves. I have never seen this tree growing anywhere else in Michigan. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I met a garlic jam at the market that is enough to knock your socks off. Not to be used in Devonshire teas in this universe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Audrey, you are making me hungry for scones and Devonshire cream! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I voted for blueberry, but hot pepper jam comes in a very close second for me. Mmmm....now I am getting impatient for our pepper crop to come in! When I make Raspberry jam, I boil jalapenos in the water and then strain before I use it. The spicy/sweet/tart combination is amazing!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zinnia Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Peach and blackberry are my favorite, but I've pretty much never met jam I didn't like. I don't think I've ever had rhubarb (anything) before. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Raspberry is what I use most often but ONLY seedless. If I can't get seedless raspberry or strawberry, I go for apricot. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renthead Mommy Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I made Apple Pie jam and Carrot Cake jam one year for christmas. Something a little different, but really good. The carrot cake was an excellent smear on top of a cream cheese smear on a bagel. The apple pie was awesome on toast. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaplank Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I love, love, love gooseberry!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 I only like grape jam and jelly and damson preserves. I have made red plum, but never ate it. I love grape jelly but cannot grow grapes here. And, I have a rule that I don't make preserves from something unless it came out of my garden. It wouldn't be economical to buy the fruit (IMO, YMMV). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Yell Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Grape. But I confess I do not know the difference between jelly, jam, and marmalade. I grew up with Welches grape jelly, maybe skippy peanut butter and white wonderbread. I think good jelly/jam needs good bread, which I don't have or make. But I had homemade grape jelly on homemade bread at a friend's house and it was soooo amazing. Diamond was maybe 4-5, and she asked my friend if she could take some home. She was so flattered she gave her a loaf and a jar. :wub: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 (edited) I love apricot jam. This year my BIL & SIL had a bumper crop of apricots--they made jam from the bounty. Best of all they gave each of the brothers a jar of the lovely deliciousness. We used to have a tart cherry tree...hands down my favorite jam is cherry. My MIL taught me how to make jam using those cherries. Mmmmmmm.... When we lived on the farm, we had luscious peaches....I love peach jam. Perfect on hot toast on a snowy January day. Like eating a little bit of summer. Edited September 3, 2017 by Happy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I don't make jam, but I'm another who favors blackcurrant jam. (Hello, luuknam!) I like apricot and seedless raspberry. Marionberry jam is also delicious as is loganberry. I've had some yummy huckleberry ice cream, so I'm guessing I'd like huckleberry jam as well. I do not care for grape jelly! Regards, Kareni 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Saskatoon berry, yum! You may also make Saskatoon pies and send them my way ;) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luuknam Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I don't make jam, but I'm another who favors blackcurrant jam. (Hello, luuknam!) I do not care for grape jelly! I wasn't actually listing them in order - my main preference is variation. I must agree though that grape jam/jelly is an abomination. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 Saskatoon berry, yum! You may also make Saskatoon pies and send them my way ;) I wish I could! Alas, my talents do not include making an edible pie crust. I have tried. It's just not meant to be. :blush: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callie Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Blackberry. Seedless. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Black raspberry is my favorite but since those are hard to come by my favorite on your list is probably blackberry. While I haven't eaten gooseberry jam, when I was a kid I use to pick and sell gooseberries for extra spending money. The only two things I ever heard being made from them were gooseberry jam and gooseberry pie. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rose Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Saskatoon berries are known as service berries south of the border. We have heaps of them near our house. They're yummy but I still like blackberries best. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I voted apricot but raspberry is pretty close to equal. And blackberry with cheese is pretty good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myfunnybunch Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I like combos. Raspberry-rhubarb, blackberry-peach, apricot-lime are my favs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvToRead Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I wish I could! Alas, my talents do not include making an edible pie crust. I have tried. It's just not meant to be. :blush: You're not the only one! I cannot make a pie crust. My favorite jam is blackberry. DH prefers peach, so that is what I make. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Please , no gooseberries! I went to Thanksgiving dinner with relatives once and the only pie they served was gooseberry. I could've cried. Maybe I just wasn't raised properly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petrichor Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 around here - blackberries are a delicacy. ... you cannot buy this type of blackberry. the ones for purchase - lack the flavor. you can only pick them where they grow wild - only the truly naive would ever plant them in their yard.** (preferably- there is a freeway between you.) sil has been picking them and bringing them here on condition dh makes pie (no one here is complaining) . . . maybe I should go pick some so I can make jam for holidays. . . . . after that - strawberry, or raspberry. my own. I did find a close approximation for my raspberry from trader joes'. tiny jar for $5 a pop. . ..(I have a glorified brownie recipe that calls for raspberry jam - and I was out.) ** have an acquaintance who moved here and thought "cool, blackberries in our yard" . . . so, they fertilized and watered them. :huh: :lol: :smilielol5: :smilielol5: :smilielol5: :smilielol5: boy did they learn their lesson! I don't get it, what happened? Were they not edible? Or are you just saying home-grown blackberries not taste as good as wild? Excuse my ignorance, I'm not very plant-savvy. :blushing: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 (edited) I don't get it, what happened? Were they not edible? Or are you just saying home-grown blackberries not taste as good as wild? Excuse my ignorance, I'm not very plant-savvy. :blushing: cultivated blackberries (especially those polite enough to be cultivated, the ones around here are NOT 'polite') - do not have as much flavor as the wild growing in a good location. eta: and for the acquaintance ... . . the local blackberries will easily put out 20+ feet of thumb diameter cane in a season. watering and fertilizing blackberries is like throwing gasoline on a fire. it's superfluous, and they don't need any encouragement. the thorns are plentiful and hard - you don't go picking without adequate protection. (we have friends who used a machete and piece of plywood just to get into them.) the canes arch. they will go up into trees. we had neighbors that were hoarders. (they're gone now) they had greyhound and school buses full of junk on their property. the blackberry canes . . . ate the busses. they were entombed in blackberry canes. the plants send out new canes every year - but the old ones can take many years before they break down. so you can canes upon canes upon canes. Edited September 3, 2017 by gardenmom5 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeindeed Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 From the store, I prefer blackberry, but for some reason, when it comes to homemade, I prefer plum. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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