This Product Includes:
This PACK includes 3 artisanal jams, wrapped with the “Ideal for Fresh Cheese” label. The flavors included are:
- Raspberry and Lime Extra Jam with Mint (75g)
- Blackberry Extra Jam with Hazelnut and Nutmeg (75g)
- Blueberry Extra Jam with Vanilla and Liqueur Wine (75g)
Description
A Fresh and Flavorful Christmas Gift
The PACK 3 Jams Ideal for Fresh Cheese was created for those who appreciate light, natural, and refreshing combinations. Inspired by the Portuguese tradition of pairing sweet and savory, this set transforms any cheese board into an authentic and memorable sensory experience. Perfect as a Christmas gift, it celebrates the balance between intense flavors and smooth textures, in an artisanal selection of Portuguese jams.
Each tube was designed to enhance the best qualities of fresh and creamy cheeses — whether Portuguese, such as Requeijão da Beira Baixa PDO, or international, like Brie and Mascarpone. A versatile and elegant gift that surprises both for the quality of its ingredients and the originality of its presentation. Perfect for sharing at the table with your loved ones.
Portuguese Tradition in a Contemporary Format
The meia.dúzia® tubes represent a new way of savoring traditional flavors. Made from 99.7% infinitely recyclable aluminum, they are a modern, hygienic, and sustainable solution for preserving artisanal jams. This format protects the jam from light and air, maintaining its original flavor and texture for longer, without the need for preservatives.
More than just packaging, they are a tribute to reinvented tradition: practical, elegant, and internationally awarded for innovation and design. A responsible and full-of-character choice — just like the flavors they hold.
The Flavors That Accompany Christmas
This pack combines three unique jams made with Portuguese fruits and natural ingredients, free from additives and colorings. These are balanced flavors that harmonize perfectly with fresh, light, and creamy cheeses, creating delicious and original contrasts. Produced in small artisanal batches, they preserve the fruit’s authentic taste and the homemade texture that defines Portuguese jam-making.
Raspberry and Lime Extra Jam with Mint
Fresh and aromatic, this jam combines the vibrant acidity of raspberry with the citrus touch of lime and the refreshing aroma of mint. Light and balanced, it’s ideal to pair with mild cheeses such as Mascarpone or Fresh Cow Cheese. The combination creates a delicate contrast between sweet and tangy, enhancing the cheese’s natural creaminess.
It’s also perfect for cold desserts, natural yogurts, or pancakes, adding an aromatic and refreshing touch to holiday celebrations.
Blackberry Extra Jam with Hazelnut and Nutmeg
In this blend, the intense flavor of blackberry meets the crunch of hazelnut and the warm depth of nutmeg. The result is a rich and harmonious jam, perfect to pair with fresh cheeses with slight acidity, such as Fresh Goat Cheese or Brie (PDO). The spicy notes evoke the comfort of traditional recipes, making it perfect for sharing during winter and Christmas festivities.
It’s also an excellent option for filling cheesecakes or ricotta pastries, giving them an irresistible aroma and texture.
Blueberry Extra Jam with Vanilla and Liqueur Wine
The elegance of Portuguese blueberries merges with the smoothness of vanilla and the deep touch of fortified wine, creating a sophisticated jam with a lasting flavor. The blend of fruity and wine notes makes this jam ideal for pairing with soft cheeses such as Brie, Requeijão da Beira Baixa PDO, or Buffalo Mozzarella (PDO).
With notes of ripe fruit and complex aromatic nuances, it’s a jam that enriches Christmas desserts, tarts, and even chocolate cakes, offering a balanced and festive flavor experience.
Recommended Pairings
The versatility of this pack allows you to create original fresh cheese boards that combine traditional flavors with modern touches. Pair different types of cheese with rye bread, cornbread, or whole-grain toasts, and complete with dried or fresh fruits according to the season. Enjoy with a young white wine, sparkling wine, or rosé, and turn every moment into a toast to Portuguese tradition.
| Cheese Name | Type of Cheese | Region | meia.dúzia® Flavors |
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| Castelo Branco Fresh Cheese | Cow / Fresh | Castelo Branco |
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| Requeijão da Beira Baixa (PDO) | Sheep or Goat / Fresh | Castelo Branco and Santarém |
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| Gournay Cheese | Cow / Fresh | France |
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| Brie (PDO) | Cow / Semi-cured | France |
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| Mascarpone | Cow / Creamy | Lombardy - Italy |
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| Buffalo Mozzarella (PDO) | Buffalo / Semi-soft | Campania, Lazio, Apulia and Molise |
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Artisanal Production and Sustainable Commitment
Each jam is produced in small batches with over 55% fruit, without colorings or preservatives. The artisanal process and respect for cooking time ensure a smooth texture and authentic flavor, preserving the fruit’s identity and Portugal’s traditional confectionery heritage.
The sustainable packaging reflects the brand’s commitment to the environment and quality. By offering this pack, you also share a message of ecological awareness and appreciation for national production — a gift that combines flavor, design, and responsibility.
The Perfect Christmas Gift
The PACK 3 Jams Ideal for Fresh Cheese is more than a set of flavors — it’s a celebration of the joy of sharing. Blending tradition, innovation, and freshness, it’s the perfect gift to surprise those who appreciate authentic experiences at the table.
Offer this gift and bring to your table the true sweetness of a Portuguese Christmas — made of fruits, stories, and flavors that unite generations.
Usage Suggestions
Gifting the PACK 3 Jams Ideal for Fresh Cheese is offering moments of sharing and creativity at the table. This set invites you to prepare a fresh, balanced, and festive cheese board — perfect for Christmas. The secret lies in combining creamy textures with fruity and aromatic notes, creating contrasts that surprise the palate. For a harmonious result, choose two or three fresh cheeses and complement them with artisanal breads, thin toasts, and seasonal accompaniments. During the colder months, opt for toasted nuts and small pieces of dark chocolate; in summer, go for fresh berries and mint leaves.
The Raspberry and Lime Extra Jam with Mint is a light and fragrant choice, ideal for cheeses with creamy textures and delicate flavors. With Mascarpone, it creates a fresh and smooth combination: serve small portions of cheese in individual cups, top with a spoonful of jam, and garnish with lime zest. With Gournay Cheese, spread on thin toasts and add a touch of jam on top, creating a refined and elegant starter for the Christmas table. Buffalo Mozzarella (PDO) can be served in slices alternating with fresh basil leaves, finishing with a drizzle of jam for a citrus and aromatic touch.
The Blackberry Extra Jam with Hazelnut and Nutmeg brings intensity and warm spice notes reminiscent of comforting Christmas flavors. It pairs perfectly with Castelo Branco Fresh Cheese: serve halved pieces topped with a thin layer of jam and finish with chopped toasted hazelnuts. With Requeijão da Beira Baixa (PDO), the flavor gains depth when served in small portions with a drizzle of honey and lightly toasted cornbread crisps. Brie (PDO) also harmonizes beautifully: cut the cheese into wedges and add a small dollop of jam on top, creating a simple yet elegant presentation.
The Blueberry Extra Jam with Vanilla and Liqueur Wine adds a sophisticated touch that elevates your cheese board into a special end-of-year experience. With Castelo Branco Fresh Cheese, serve thin slices topped with small drops of jam and fresh blueberries. On Gournay Cheese, use the jam as a delicate topping, balancing the cheese’s creaminess with the jam’s wine and aromatic notes. For a more creative option, slice Buffalo Mozzarella (PDO) and create a “winter caprese”: add jam, fresh blueberries, and mint leaves — a combination that surprises with its color and flavor.
Arrange the board in a visually appealing way, organizing the cheeses from the mildest to the strongest. Combine different types of bread — rye, cornbread, and multigrain — and use the meia.dúzia® tubes to apply small amounts directly onto the cheeses, preserving the freshness and aesthetic of each flavor. Decorate with rosemary sprigs, caramelized nuts, or dried edible flowers to create a presentation worthy of a festive Christmas table.
This pack transforms a simple cheese board into a meaningful act of sharing. Whether as a gift or as the centerpiece of a Christmas meal, these artisanal jams enhance the flavor of fresh cheeses and turn every moment at the table into a celebration of the best Portugal has to offer — authenticity, tradition, and the joy of tasting in good company.
Recipes / Chef
- Pancake with cottage cheese, honey and Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond meia.dúzia® – Chef Álvaro Costa
- Greek yogurt with fresh cheese and Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond meia.dúzia® – Chef Álvaro Costa
- Smoked salmon and cottage cheese toast with Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond meia.dúzia® – Chef Álvaro Costa
- Azevias with Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond meia.dúzia® – Chef Gil Pinto
- Tolosa mixed cheese with Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond meia.dúzia® – by Lígia Santos, 1st MasterChef Portugal
- Sheep cottage cheese with Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond, and walnuts
- Cottage cheese with Blackberry Extra Jam with Hazelnut and Nutmeg meia.dúzia® – 1st MasterChef Portugal
- Yogurt cake with meia.dúzia® flavors
- Chocolate cake with a handful of meia.dúzia® flavors
Ingredients
Raspberry and Lime Extra Jam with Mint
Raspberry, sugar, lime, mint, citrus pectin, and lemon juice. Prepared with 60g of fruit per 100g. Net weight: 75g.
Blackberry Extra Jam with Hazelnut and Nutmeg
Blackberry, sugar, nutmeg, hazelnut, citrus pectin, and lemon juice. Prepared with 55g of fruit per 100g of jam. Net weight: 75g. Allergens: Contains Hazelnut.
Blueberry Extra Jam with Vanilla and Liqueur Wine
Blueberry, sugar, port wine (contains sulphites), vanilla, citrus pectin, and lemon juice. May contain sulfur dioxide and sulphites. Prepared with 55g of fruit per 100g. Net weight: 75g. Contains alcohol.
Nutritional Information
Raspberry and Lime Extra Jam with Mint
Nutritional information per 100g: energy value 658 kj / 157 kcal; fat 0.3 g; of which saturated fatty acids 0.0 g; carbohydrates 38.0 g; of which sugars 37.8 g; protein 0.5 g; salt 0.0 g.
Blackberry Extra Jam with Hazelnut and Nutmeg
Nutritional information per 100g: energy value 215.1 kcal / 896.5 kj; carbohydrates 50.0 g; of which sugars 43.5 g; fat 1.61 g; of which saturated 0.31 g; protein 1.00 g; salt 0.068 g.
Allergens: Contains hazelnut.
Blueberry Extra Jam with Vanilla and Liqueur Wine
Nutritional information per 100g: energy value 196.7 kcal / 822.5 kj; carbohydrates 49.0 g; of which sugars 45.9 g; fat 0.168 g; of which saturated 0.0 g; protein 0.087 g; salt 0.018 g.
Allergens: Contains sulphites. May contain gluten.
Origin of the Ingredients
The PACK 3 Jams Ideal for Fresh Cheese is born from the union between genuine ingredients and artisanal production techniques, reflecting Portugal’s natural diversity and gastronomic heritage. Each fruit, spice, and nut is carefully selected to highlight its origin, flavor, and harmony with fresh cheeses. This balance between freshness, aroma, and tradition turns each jam into a celebration of the best that Portugal brings to the table.
Organic Blueberries – Vila Nova de Famalicão
Grown organically in Vila Nova de Famalicão, in northern Portugal, these blueberries stand out for their deep blue color and natural sheen that reflect their purity. Their taste combines gentle sweetness with balanced acidity, making them ideal for jams with a fresh and vibrant character. Known for their high concentration of antioxidants, these small fruits are true allies for health and symbols of modern Portuguese fruit farming, produced with respect for the land and natural cycles.
Organic Blackberries from Northern Portugal
The blackberries, also from organic orchards in Vila Nova de Famalicão, are harvested at the exact point of ripeness to ensure maximum flavor and aroma. Their delicate texture and intense purple hue reveal a taste profile that combines sweetness, mild acidity, and a lingering finish of ripe fruit. Grown sustainably, they preserve biodiversity and embody the authenticity of Portuguese wild fruits, ideal for contrasting with the softness of fresh cheeses.
Portuguese Organic Raspberries
The raspberries in this pack are grown in small organic farms across different regions of Portugal. With shades ranging from bright red to soft pink, these delicate fruits offer an irresistible balance between refreshing acidity and natural sweetness. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, they enhance the fruity profile of the jams and bring color and vibrancy to each creation. Their freshness makes them perfect to pair with light and creamy cheeses.
Portuguese Lime
The limes used come from Portuguese farms located in mild-climate regions, where sunlight and humidity create ideal growing conditions. With thin skin and intense aroma, Portuguese lime stands out for its vibrant citrus flavor that awakens the senses and balances the sweetness of red fruits. A natural source of vitamin C and essential oils, it brings freshness and lightness, adding an exotic and modern touch to Portugal’s traditional jam-making craft.
Hazelnut
Hazelnut is one of the most appreciated nuts for its crunchy texture and subtly buttery taste. Rich in natural oils and essential nutrients, it’s widely used in traditional pastries and sweets. In jams, it adds body and depth, balancing the fruit’s acidity and adding a note of creaminess and elegance. Its delicate touch reinforces the connection between land and flavor, bringing warmth and harmony to every tasting.
Portuguese Organic Mint
The organic mint used in these recipes is grown naturally, without pesticides, preserving its fresh aroma and herbal notes reminiscent of lemon. Commonly found in Portuguese cuisine, it’s valued for its ability to refresh the palate and balance intense flavors. In jams, it enhances the light side of fruits and creates a long-lasting sense of freshness, turning every spoonful into an invitation to calmness and the simple pleasure of natural flavors.
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is a spice that has been part of Portugal’s history since the Age of Discovery. Brought from the Moluccas Islands, it was for centuries a symbol of wealth and exoticism. Its warm and enveloping aroma adds a special aromatic dimension to the jams, evoking the flavors of traditional Portuguese kitchens. The slightly sweet and spicy touch creates an elegant contrast with the fruit and hazelnut, making each combination unique and memorable.
Vanilla – The Aromatic Treasure of Orchids
Extracted from the pods of a tropical orchid, vanilla is one of the most valuable spices in the world. Its sweet and velvety aroma complements the flavor of wild berries, creating a perfect balance between intensity and smoothness. In jams, it adds comforting and sophisticated notes that blend with the freshness of blueberry and the richness of liqueur wine. An ingredient that turns each jam into a refined and immersive sensory experience.
Port Wine – Heritage of the Douro Valley
Produced exclusively on the slopes of the Douro Valley, Port wine is one of the greatest symbols of Portuguese identity. Aged in wooden casks, it reveals notes of dried fruits, caramel, and spices that bring complexity and elegance. Its wine sweetness merges with the acidity of blueberries and the softness of vanilla, resulting in a jam with a distinctive and sophisticated character. Each drop honors centuries of winemaking tradition and the excellence that defines Portuguese heritage.
More than simple ingredients, these elements represent stories and territories intertwined with Portuguese culinary culture. Each meia.dúzia® jam is a tribute to the authenticity of flavors and the art of transforming natural products into experiences that awaken memory and taste — a true journey through the senses and traditions of Portugal.
