Apricot Jam 3 kg: the Italian classic for professional pastry
Apricot Jam in a 3 kg bucket is a fruit preparation of Italian origin designed for catering, pastry-making and professional bakery. Its warm golden colour, soft spreadable texture and intense ripe-apricot aroma make it a versatile ingredient that moves effortlessly from the breakfast table to the pastry counter. The 3 kg food service format ensures uninterrupted workflow in high-volume kitchens, cutting restocking times and the number of packages to handle.
The jam is made by cooking apricot pulp with sugar, following the Italian preserving tradition that brings out the fruit's flavour without masking it. The typical fruit content of apricot jams intended for food service ranges roughly between 45% and 50%, with a balance of sweetness and acidity that makes it suitable for both sweet preparations and savoury pairings. For exact fruit and sugar values, always refer to the label on the delivered batch.
Uses in the kitchen and pastry
Apricot Jam is one of the most requested ingredients in Swiss pastry workshops and catering kitchens, thanks to its ability to bind, fill and glaze.
- Tarts and tartlets: the classic apricot tart filling, bake-stable and instantly recognisable in flavour.
- Fillings: ideal for croissants, brioches, doughnuts, filled biscuits and layer cakes.
- Glazing (nappage): diluted and warmed, it adds shine to fruit cakes and baked goods.
- Breakfast and buffet: perfect for single portions, toast, croissants and yoghurt.
- Savoury pairings: accompanies aged cheeses, platters and white-meat dishes.
3 kg format for food service
The 3 kg bucket is designed for intensive use in the professional kitchen: the wide opening makes it easy to scoop with a spatula or piping bag, while the airtight lid protects the product between uses. A single container covers many portions, optimising pantry space and reducing waste compared with single-serve packs. It is the ideal solution for pastry shops, bakeries, hotels, restaurants, canteens and workshops that use jam in quantity.
Storage
Store the bucket in a cool, dry place, away from heat sources and direct sunlight. Before opening, the product keeps until the date shown on the label. After opening, it is recommended to store it in the refrigerator (between +4 °C and +8 °C) with the container tightly closed and to consume it within a few weeks, always using clean utensils to avoid contamination. Check colour and smell before each use.
Origin and distribution
A product of Italian origin, distributed in Switzerland by LAPA through the Polo SpA supply network. LAPA ensures fast, nationwide deliveries across the Confederation: Zurich, Geneva, Lugano and Basel are served regularly, guaranteeing the cold chain and constant availability of the food service format for catering and pastry professionals.
