
St. Joseph's Abbey: Spencer, Massachusetts
St. Joseph's Abbey is a monastery of the Catholic Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance (O.C.S.O.), popularly known as the "Trappists", located in Spencer, Massachusetts.
The Abbey was founded in 1950 by Belgian and French Trappist monks from the Monastery of Our Lady of the Valley in Valley Falls, Rhode Island, which had burned to the ground. In the rustic hills of central New England, they established a new home in which to follow an age-old contemplative way of life.
The monastery became known internationally as the origin of the Centering Prayer movement, whose leading proponents were monks at the monastery: Fr. William Meninger, Fr. M. Basil Pennington and Fr. Thomas Keating.
Work has always been greatly esteemed in the Cistercian tradition, since it gives the monks the opportunity to follow in Christ' footsteps and share in His Divine work of creation and restoration. The monks produce products whose sale provides for their livelihood and for the care of the poor. Since the 1950s, they have produced Trappist Preserves, their popular line of jams and jellies. Since 1949, The Holy Rood Guild has created beautiful, finely-tailored liturgical vestments to enhance the dignity of the Sacred Liturgy.

Ingredients: Apricots, sugar, corn syrup, citric acid, fruit pectin
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (20g)
Servings per container: 17
Amount per Serving
Calories: 50
Total fat: 0g
Sodium: 0mg
Total Carbohydrate: 13g
(Sugars: 12g)
Protein: 0g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (20g)
Servings per container: 17
Amount per Serving
Calories: 50
Total fat: 0g
Sodium: 0mg
Total Carbohydrate: 13g
(Sugars: 12g)
Protein: 0g
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21 reviews
Delicious Apricot Preserve





The best apricot preserve I have ever tasted. The whole pieces of apricot add to the flavor.
Madeline Z.
Trappist Preserves Apricot





WHat can I say. Perfection in a jar. True fruit flavor and never to sweet just the right amount.
William N.
Apricot Preserves





Best ever! There are no better Apricot Preserves on the market
Sue S.
Impressive





A delicious preserve which goes as well on ice cream as it does in toast.
Candace
Best apricot preserve





Trappist makes the finest apricot preserves that I have ever had. It has the perfect ratio of fruit pieces to jam, with just the right amount of sweetness. I have purchased different brands of apricot preserves, and Trappist is far and away the absolute best. No other brand even comes close to second place.
Andrea
A Jelly Tradition





I grew up in Spencer about 3 miles from the abbey where this is made....it is the best jelly I have ever had!!!....and while all of the flavors are great, apricot is my personal favorite....I order several cases each holiday season to share with friends and neighbors....makes a wonderful gift!!
Ann
Big chunk Apricot preserves





'Never had better Apricot preserves
Shirley
Jams!





Best jams ever!
Daniel S.
Best Apricot preserve





Trappist apricot preserves are far better than any other brand that I've tried (imported and domestic). The jam is full of large, juicy fruit pieces and has the most delicious apricot taste. It is the only brand in my home. I would like to request that Trappist resume making "Seville Orange Marmalade". That marmalade had the perfect balance of bitter and sweet, with lots of lovely orange rind. Unfortunately, your "Sweet Orange Marmalade" variety is not unlike any other brand.
Andrea
Apricot Preserves





Superb!
Judy P.
Can't beat Trappist preserves





So glad to find apricot preserves like my Grandma used to make: thick and not too sweet. Prices are great in bulk, perfect gifts and prompt delivery/careful packaging. Thank you!!
Penny Z.
Hoppy sure likes his Trappist Apricot preserves!





My husband very much enjoys his breakfast, especially when it involves Trappist Apricot Preserves. It doesn't matter if on toast, croissants, Bagels, etc. He always has a little more pep in his step after his Trappist Breakfast!!!
Belton C.
Love Apricot Preserve





I was introduced to Monastery preserves while visiting a friend in Hubbardston, MA a few years ago. I have been ordered it for myself since then.
JACQUELINE F.
The Greatest Apricot Preserve





Apricot is my favorite fruit flavor, and the Apricot Preserve made by the Trappist Monks in Spencer, MA is by far my favorite apricot jam. I'm grateful to Monastery Greetings for making it available.
Sharon G.
Hopppy sure likes his Trappist Apricot preserves!





I purchased a case of your Apricot Preserves for my husband on his last birthday. He has them for breakfast every morning. I must say you have saved me a great deal of time preparing his morning breakfast. He likes to toast his own bread, has to to very crispy for his Apricot preserves, then I hear him whistling in the kitchen while he's cleaning up his mess. Thanks so much for making a delightful preserve with real fruit flavor. Sometimes he will even let me try some. Happy wife of Hoppy !
Belton C.
Best Apricot Jam Ever!





I love apricot jam, and this is absolutely the best. I buy it by the case because I eat it almost every day.
Tom F.
our very FAVORITE





our very FAVORITE is the Apricot preserves! wonderful
DIANNE T.
What a treat!





Just delicious and a fine gift to friends and relatives!
Anne D.
Best Apricot!!





Spreadable and full of apricots. I've tried many brands. This is the best!!
Katherine
Scrumpditillyumpstious





The apricot preserves were absolutely delicious. Chunks of apricots in every bite some big some smaller. Am thinking about trying blueberry and strawberry next. Highly recommend.
Mary Therese
Trappist Perserves - Personal Selection Apricot





The apricot flavor is delicious. This is worth buying. You won't regret it.
Mary S.