Birthday Surprise | Birthday Gift
Description
A Meaningful Birthday Gift to Celebrate with Flavor
Some gestures mean more than grand presents. This Birthday Surprise | Birthday Gift is a Birthday Gift designed to mark the day with delicacy, emotion, and authenticity. A symbolic offering that shows care, attention to detail, and the desire to surprise with something truly special.
Ideal for those looking for a simple yet memorable birthday gift, this artisanal jam transforms a small gesture into an intense sensory experience. Because celebrating another year of life deserves a flavor that lingers in memory.
Why This Surprise Is the Perfect Birthday Gift
Not all birthday gifts need to be extravagant to be meaningful. This little surprise proves that a birthday present can be symbolic and still deeply significant.
The secret lies in the combination of Portuguese tradition, high-quality ingredients, and thoughtful presentation. It is a Portuguese birthday gift that highlights authentic flavors from our country and conveys warmth and affection.
- Symbolic gift: perfect to accompany a handwritten note or a special moment.
- Flavors from Portugal: made with carefully selected Portuguese fruit.
- Artisanal production: prepared in small batches to ensure quality and depth of flavor.
- Versatile: can be enjoyed at breakfast, during a special snack, or as a finishing touch to desserts.
When searching for birthday gifts that express care and good taste, this jam becomes a natural choice.
Flavor Included in This Birthday Gift
This birthday gift includes an iconic flavor from Portuguese tradition, reinterpreted with sophistication and aromatic depth.
Fundão Cherry Extra Jam with Brandy
Made with Fundão Cherry, known for its fleshy texture, deep color, and perfect balance between sweetness and slight acidity, this jam reveals a striking personality from the very first spoonful. The fruit is carefully selected and artisanally prepared, preserving its genuine character and natural freshness.
A touch of brandy adds depth and elegance to the aromatic profile. Wine-inspired notes envelop the cherry, creating a sophisticated contrast that elevates this jam to a gourmet level. The result is a rich flavor with complex layers and a long, surprising finish. Ideal for spreading on rustic bread, pairing with aged cheeses, or enriching chocolate desserts, this combination transforms a simple preserve into a true moment of celebration.
A Portuguese Birthday Gift with Authentic Flavors from Portugal
This surprise represents the very best of flavors from Portugal. Fundão Cherry is one of the country’s treasured fruits, grown in unique soils and climates that give it exceptional quality. By choosing this Portuguese birthday gift, you are offering more than jam — you are offering territory, tradition, and identity.
It is a 100% Portuguese product, designed for those who value authenticity, artisanal production, and meaningful gastronomic experiences. A small package that holds a great story, made with dedication and passion for national ingredients.
Who This Birthday Gift Is For
- Birthday Gift for a Friend: a delicate and elegant gesture that conveys affection without excess.
- Birthday Gift for Mom: perfect to accompany a lovingly prepared special breakfast.
- Birthday Gift for a Coworker: a sophisticated and safe option, ideal as a symbolic present.
- Birthday Gift for a Teacher: a meaningful token that values quality and tradition.
Original Birthday Gifts That Stand Out Through Simplicity
In a world of impersonal offerings, original birthday gifts stand out for their authenticity. This surprise shows that a birthday present does not need to be extravagant to be memorable. The combination of intense flavor, Portuguese origin, and thoughtful presentation creates an intimate and special experience.
It is a conscious choice for those who prefer to give something with soul — something to be savored slowly and remembered with a smile.
A Small Gesture, a Big Flavor — Surprise with This Birthday Gift
If you are looking for a symbolic, elegant, and flavor-filled birthday gift, this Birthday Surprise is the perfect choice. A present that celebrates life with authenticity and transforms a simple moment into a sweet and sophisticated memory.
Choose to offer Portuguese flavors, choose to offer emotion. Because every birthday deserves a special touch.
Suggested Use
Fundão Cherry Extra Jam with Brandy is the perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of cheeses. Its fruity intensity and wine-inspired notes pair beautifully with the bold flavor of São Jorge Island Cheese (PDO), contrast elegantly with the mildness of Castelo Branco Fresh Cheese, and enhance the creaminess of options such as Beato de Tábara Cheese or Asiago Cheese (PDO). This harmony between sweet and savory transforms any cheese board into a refined and unforgettable experience.
It also reveals its full potential in desserts. The freshness of the cherry and the depth of the brandy enhance vanilla ice cream with elegance and sophistication, while serving as an irresistible topping for cheesecake, waffles, or crepes. Its silky texture and intense flavor make every dessert richer and more indulgent, captivating even the most discerning palates.
In everyday moments, this jam is equally versatile. Served at breakfast or during an afternoon treat, it pairs perfectly with freshly baked scones, adding a fruity and wine-infused layer of flavor that contrasts beautifully with the lightness of the pastry. It is also an excellent choice for spreading over fresh bread or whole-grain toast, transforming a simple meal into a gourmet moment.
More than just a jam, this is an ingredient capable of elevating any dish — whether on a cheese board, in a creative dessert, or during a relaxed snack — always carrying the signature of authentic Portuguese flavors.
Recipes | Chef
- Yogurt with red berries, lemon zest, and meia.dúzia® Fundão Cherry Extra Jam with Brandy – Chef Ignatius
- Kiwi, green apple, and arugula salad with mozzarella cheese and Fundão Cherry Jam with Brandy
Ingredients
Fundão cherry, sugar, brandy (contains sulfites), citrus pectin, and lemon juice. Prepared with 55g of fruit per 100g of jam. Net weight: 75g. Contains alcohol.
Nutritional information
Nutritional information per 100g: Energy 165.0 kcal / 690.2 kJ; Carbohydrates 39.6 g; of which sugars 38.5 g; Fat 0.39 g; of which saturated fat 0.11 g; Protein 0.48 g; Salt 0.023 g.
Allergens: Contains sulfites.
Origin of raw materials
The story of this jam is born from the fusion of Portuguese agricultural tradition and the winemaking heritage that distinguishes our country.
Fundão Cherry PGI
Fundão Cherry is one of Portugal’s most emblematic fruits, cultivated in orchards nestled between the Gardunha, Estrela, and Malcata mountain ranges. Thanks to the unique microclimate of the Cova da Beira region, these cherries develop a firm texture, fleshy pulp, and a naturally sweet flavor that sets them apart from any other variety. Their color ranges from bright red to deep purplish-red, and in some varieties may even display orange hues. With Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, Fundão Cherry is now recognized as one of the finest in Europe, a symbol of quality and authenticity, widely used in both traditional Portuguese desserts and contemporary gastronomic creations.
Portuguese Brandy
Portuguese brandy is produced through the distillation of carefully selected grapes from varieties such as Arinto, Periquita, Trincadeira, and Fernão Pires, which give it a rich and balanced profile. After distillation, the brandy slowly ages in oak barrels, developing complex aromas, toasted wood notes, and a distinctive smoothness. This artisanal process, combined with generations of expertise, makes brandy a spirit of excellence, highly valued both within and beyond Portugal. In this jam, it adds aromatic and wine-inspired depth that contrasts with — and at the same time harmonizes beautifully with — the succulent sweetness of the cherry, creating a refined and sophisticated experience.
The fusion between the juicy sweetness of Fundão Cherry PGI and the aromatic depth of Portuguese brandy creates a combination that transcends borders. It is a celebration of authentic Portuguese flavors, where exceptional fruit and winemaking tradition meet in a unique jam capable of evoking both the freshness of spring orchards and the comforting warmth of the cellars where brandy slowly matures.