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Scottish Blackcurrant preserve
Scottish Blackcurrant preserve by Mackays provides 270 kcal per 100 g, with 66.7 g of sugars and 0.4 g of protein. That is 47% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Jams category and comes in a 340 g, 12 oz pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 100g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal | 270 kcal | 207 +30% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.7 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 67 g | 67 g | 24% | 48.9 +37% |
| Total sugars | 66.7 g | 66.7 g | 45.2 +47% | |
| Added sugars | 62.5 g | 62.5 g | 125% | 25.2 +148% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 0.8 −48% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.1 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2309 Jams products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other jams
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, Scottish Blackcurrants, Gelling Agent: Fruit Pectin, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid.
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 340 g, 12 oz
- Serving size
- 100g
- Labels & certifications
- KosherKosher LBDPawprint
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 0637793000971
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Scottish Blackcurrant preserve?
Scottish Blackcurrant preserve contains 270 kcal per 100 g and about 270 kcal per serving (100g).
How much sugar is in Scottish Blackcurrant preserve?
Scottish Blackcurrant preserve has 66.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Scottish Blackcurrant preserve healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); 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 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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