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Honey Bourbon Peach Jam

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A quick and easy small batch peach jam recipe with honey and bourbon for a warm, sweet, and slightly boozy flavor. Perfect for fresh use, gifting, or canning.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh ripe peaches, peeled and chopped (about 6–7 medium peaches)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) honey
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fruit pectin

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by blanching them in boiling water for about 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water to slip off the skins. Pit and chop into roughly 1/2-inch pieces (10-15 minutes).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped peaches, honey, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon. Stir over medium heat.
  3. Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, for 20-25 minutes until peaches soften and liquid thickens.
  4. Sprinkle fruit pectin evenly over the simmering mixture and stir vigorously for 1-2 minutes. Continue simmering for another 5 minutes.
  5. Remove pan from heat and stir in bourbon.
  6. Test the jam set by placing a small spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and doesn’t run quickly, it’s ready. If not, simmer a few more minutes and test again.
  7. Using a jar funnel, ladle hot jam into sterilized jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with lids.
  8. Optionally, process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes for long-term storage. Otherwise, store in the refrigerator and enjoy within 2-3 weeks.

Notes

Keep stirring during simmering to avoid burning. Add bourbon only at the end to preserve flavor and alcohol content. Test jam set on a chilled plate. For alcohol-free version, omit bourbon and increase lemon juice slightly. Frozen peaches can be used after thawing and draining excess liquid.

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