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Blackcurrant Jam
Blackcurrant Jam by Waitrose provides 233 kcal per 100 g, with 56 g of sugars and 0.7 g of protein. That is 15% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Blackcurrant jams category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (15 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 233 kcal | 35 kcal | 217 +7% | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 0.4 +54% |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 0.1 g | 1% | 0.1 +616% |
| Carbohydrates | 56 g | 8.4 g | 3% | 51.7 +8% |
| Total sugars | 56 g | 8.4 g | 48.8 +15% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 30.7 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.3 g | 0.5 g | 2% | 3.3 |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 0.7 |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0 −79% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 230 Blackcurrant jams products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other blackcurrant jams
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
plums, sugar, brown cane sugar, concentrated lemon juice, gelling agent: pectins
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 portion (15 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 4335619111714
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Blackcurrant Jam?
Blackcurrant Jam contains 233 kcal per 100 g and about 35 kcal per serving (1 portion (15 g)).
How much sugar is in Blackcurrant Jam?
Blackcurrant Jam has 56 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Blackcurrant Jam healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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