Tiptree Jam Advent Calendar
Jam. In a bus. In the run up to my favourite time of year? What is this advent calendar magic?! Now personally, I love a bit of jam on toast. Or on a bagel. Or a pancake for that matter. Does it count as one of my five a day? Well, no. But I like the fact that there’s fruit in it so I can pretend it can. So a jammy advent calendar was always going to get my attention. But better still, one that’s actually under £30 (what?) and packaged in a pretty cute bus box. Cos nothing says Santa like a bus, right? Maybe. Anyway. Here’s what I thought of this budget jammy advent offering.
| Point | What I found out |
|---|---|
| Product name | Tiptree Bus Jam Advent Calendar – 24 mini jars (42 g each) |
| What’s inside (light spoiler) | A busload of jams and marmalades (24 mini jars to keep your toast twinkling all December) |
| Price | Around £30–£35 – more ‘Santa’s sleigh’ than ‘bargain bin’ |
| Who is it for? | Toast enthusiasts, jam junkies, marmalade maniacs and anyone who wants Christmas morning vibes every single breakfast |
| How does it rate? | Generally glowing – people rave about the taste, the cuteness, and the festive novelty |
| What people love | The flavours, the faff-free luxury, the adorable red bus packaging |
| What people would improve | Bigger jars (because no one wants to ration jam), more flavours, and maybe a friendlier price tag |
What’s Inside the Tiptree Bus Jam Advent Calendar?
Spoiler alert – proceed only if you don’t mind knowing which fruity friends are hiding behind the bus windows.
Inside you’ll find 24 mini jars, each 42 g, with repeats of eight classic Tiptree flavours. We’re talking apricot, blackcurrant, raspberry, strawberry, morello cherry, the swanky Little Scarlet strawberry, plus fine cut and thick cut orange marmalades. Basically, a line-up that could turn your December mornings into a festive jam party.
The packaging itself? A big, bright, vintage red double-decker bus. Honestly, it’s so Christmassy you’ll half expect it to start jingling bells and belting out carols.
What’s the Price Like?
At around £29.99–£34.99, it’s not exactly stocking-filler cheap. This is more “Santa’s treat for the nice list” than “last-minute petrol station calendar.” But compared to other foodie advent calendars – cheese, wine, gin – it’s not outrageous. Think of it as posh jam cosplay for your breakfast table.
Is It Worth It?
If you’re the sort of person who considers toast a lifestyle rather than a snack, then yes – this is absolutely worth it. It’s the foodie equivalent of Christmas socks: practical, festive and secretly brilliant.
Why you’ll be jingling your bells with joy
-
It’s different – no chocolate-induced sugar crash here, just classy preserves
-
Tiptree jams are the good stuff – think “royal tea party” not “plastic sachet from a motorway café”
-
The bus packaging is so cute it could double as Christmas décor
Why the Grinch in you might grumble
-
The jars are tiny – one enthusiastic bagel and it’s game over
-
You’ll see the same flavours a few times – not exactly a mystery box
-
The price is a bit “Ho Ho Whoa” for jam, but it’s all about the festive experience
My Final Take
The Tiptree Bus Jam Advent Calendar is basically Christmas cheer in a jar (well, 24 jars). It’s a bit posh, a bit silly, and totally delicious. Buy it for yourself if you want to make breakfast magical, or gift it to someone who’d rather spread jam than chocolate on their Christmas countdown.
Would I splash out on it? Yes. Would I also hide it from the rest of the family so they don’t nick my daily jar? Also yes.
You can get yours on Amazon while stocks last.