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How much sugar per 1 kg of berries for jam

The classic proportion is 1 kg of sugar per 1 kg of berries. The calculator shows what Brix the mix has before cooking, how much water must be boiled off to jam consistency and how many jars you get.

Parameters

Result

Approximate calculation using a simplified model: for designing equipment and process modes, consult a technologist.

Calculation example

Mass of fruit or puree
1 kg
Fruit Brix
10 °Bx
Sugar per 1 kg of fruit
1 kg
Target Brix of the finished product
65 °Bx
Container
0.5 l jar
Sugar required
1,00 kg
Brix of the mix before cooking
55,0 °Bx
Mass of the finished product
1,69 kg
Water to boil off
0,31 kg
Jars obtained (approx.)
2 pcs

Frequently asked questions

How much sugar is needed per 1 kg of berries?
For thick jam usually 0.8–1.2 kg, depending on the sweetness of the berries and the desired consistency.

The calculations are approximate: they help to assess the process and compare options, but do not replace a process design and trials on a specific raw material. This section is for reference only and contains no commercial offers.