Troglava — Dalmatia, Croatia
Croatian Fig Jam & Fig Spread
Most fig products are 50% sugar. Troglava takes the opposite position: 96% pure Dalmatian figs, with almost nothing else in the jar.
The 96% difference you can taste
Most fig jams pad their formula with pectin and added sugars, pushing fruit content as low as 25–35%. The result is a product that's sweet but hollow: fig as flavoring rather than foundation.
We built Troglava around a different premise: what if the jam was almost entirely the fruit itself? At 96% fig content, the natural sweetness and depth of Dalmatian figs do all the work.
On labeling: Under FDA regulation (21 CFR 150.160), a fig jam must contain at least 45 parts fig to 55 parts sweetener. Both our jam and spread exceed this threshold significantly. There is no standardized definition for "fig spread," which is why many competing spreads contain additional sweeteners — ours don't.
Fig Content by Product
Typical "premium" fig spread
~45–55%
Standard grocery fig jam
~25–35%
Dalmatia, Croatia
Sun-ripened in Dalmatia, where figs have grown for millennia
Troglava's figs grow along the Dalmatian coast, a Mediterranean climate defined by long, scorching summers and sea air that concentrates sugars and flavor in ways cooler regions cannot replicate.
The name Troglava means "three-headed" in Croatian, a nod to the rugged karst landscape of the region. These figs aren't anonymous commodity fruit, they're grown in a specific place and preserved with almost nothing else added.
Added Sugar Per Serving
Less Than 1g
Fig jams, spreads & preserves — explained
Fig jam is a sweet spread made from cooked figs, sugar, and sometimes other ingredients. The figs are simmered until they break down and form a thick, spreadable consistency — their natural pectin helping to create the jam-like texture without additives.
What is the difference between fig jam and fig spread?
Under FDA regulation (21 CFR 150.160), a fig jam or preserve must contain at least 45 parts by weight of fig to 55 parts by weight of sweetener, with a final soluble solids content of at least 65%.
There is actually no standardized FDA definition for "fig spread," only for fig preserves and jams. Fig spreads often won't meet the requirements for jam and typically include other ingredients such as lemon juice, honey, or additional spices and sugars.
Both Troglava products exceed the legal jam threshold significantly. The difference between our jam and spread is texture only, not quality or ingredients.
What's the difference between our fig jam and a typical fig spread?
In a world where fig jams and spreads often hide behind a veil of sugar — with fruit content barely reaching 50% — Troglava is different. While most manufacturers dilute their products with sweeteners to cut costs and mask inferior ingredients, we've taken the opposite approach: letting the figs speak for themselves.
At 96% fig content — a ratio that makes other producers do a double-take — our spreads and jams capture the pure, unadulterated essence of this ancient fruit. We're not just making fig jam; we're preserving a flavor that dates back to the dawn of agriculture.
What are fig preserves and how are they different from fig jam?
Fig jam and fig preserves each bring their own character to the table. Fig jam, with its smooth, spreadable consistency, is perfect for recipes requiring even distribution of flavor — pastry fillings, layer cakes, or a clean sweep across morning toast.
Fig preserves maintain the integrity of the fruit with visible pieces that add texture and visual appeal. These larger chunks are particularly well-suited for cheese boards or occasions where you want to showcase the natural beauty of the figs themselves.
Pair with Croatian Olive Oil
Troglava fig products and Chiavalon olive oils are better together. Our gift bundles combine both.
Croatian Delicacies Starter Pack
Ex Albis olive oil + fig jam + fig spread. The perfect introduction to Croatian artisan food.
Croatian Delicacies Starter Pack
Ex Albis olive oil + fig jam + fig spread. The perfect introduction to Croatian artisan food.
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