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The best jam jar size depends on who you sell to and how the jar will sit on the shelf. For most makers, a 190ml to 280ml jar is the everyday retail size (round, hexagonal or square), a 42ml to 110ml jar suits gifts, samples and wedding favours, and a 380ml (1lb) to 720ml jar works for family fills, hampers and buyers who want more in one go. Match..

The best pickle or chutney jar size depends on who you sell to and how the product is used. For most makers, a 475ml (16oz) jar is the everyday retail size, a 1062ml round jar suits larger household fills and hampers, and a 2000ml (1/2 gallon) jar works for bulk buyers, delis and foodservice. Matching the jar to the customer keeps pricing simple an..