Stopping in Carlton was not really the plan, but it looked attractive.Tasting jam was NEVER the plan, but that says more about the limits of my imagination than about Republic of Jam.They have cornered the market on Pacific berries: there are only 40 bushes. As I understand it, somebody was making new hybrids and crosses about 80 years ago and Pacific berries was one of the results. They gave up and only 40 bushes of the Pacific berry survived. Republic of Jam gets the whole crop and makes jam. And wins prizes.These people have suppliers of great berries and lots of imagination. I asked if they do lots of tests to find the right blends; apparently they do not. It just works.There are lots of imaginative flavour combinations to make jams you did not even know you were missing. The people happily talk about the combinations, how they make the jams on location and let you sample jams to your heart’s content. My heart was contented.
Once you try this gourmet jam you will never look at a jar of Welch's again! This is my favourite stop for gifts that are truly Oregon representative. There are so many creative flavours and the jars are adorable. Always the perfect gift for friends, family and Myself !
I found this on TripAdvisor during a day of wine tasting when my tastebuds needed a break. I was like, "jam?" but everyone said such good things, I knew I had to visit. I'm so glad I did! This little shop is so fun. I tried every single flavor available at the time of my visit. They were all unique and delicious, with unexpected flavor combinations, and a lower sugar content than commercial jams. I bought several jars to bring home and they're almost all gone in less than a month. Normally, I don't think twice about jam, but this store is something special.
Right off the Main Street in Carlton, this shop makes their own jams, sweet and savory, in over 100 flavors! We bought blueberry lime, smoked apple (great on oatmeal), mixed berry balsamic, Meyer lemon chocolate and marionberry espresso!! We couldn't stop! You can taste all the flavors and some are seasonal. A nice change of pace from wine tasting!
I've been here a few times, and I love seeing whats new and what kind of interesting combinations they come up with. Just had some family visiting from out of town and took them to this place, it was a big hit.
This most creative jam ever- pear with rosemary and Pinot Grigio, marrionberry with espresso, rhubarb with ginger.All of the jams had a lot of fruit and were not too sweet.The sales lady was very gracious and let me taste as many as I wanted.The price seemed very reasonable for such a high quality product, and shipping was fair.
Great place with amazing jams and you're able to taste- my favorite is Pickled Blueberries!! Delicious! Great to stop, then lunch at Horseradish next door for yummy food
Best jams and unique jams at that! If you are dreaming of a mixture, they have it or can make it! There are always free samples of anything your heart desires and I highly recommend stopping in for a look. They also have wonderful pickled lemons that are INCREDIBLE to mix in any pasta dish or with any meat...you think its crazy, but it is incredible. The staff are enjoyable and very welcoming!
Lots of interesting flavors and friendly service. Tasted a few and all were good if not great. Shipped some home to enjoy again.
I had to quit wine-tasting for awhile or face a DWI. This jam shop gave me a welcome break. All jams sold are available for tasting. My wife liked the raspberry anise. We bought several jars which we brought home - not as gifts but to enjoy ourselves. Some things are too tasty to give away.