Ingredients:
- 7 fruits: pear, fig, cherry, apricot, orange, clementine.
- Glucose/fructose syrup
- Sugar
- Citric Acid
- Preservative: Sulfur Dioxide
- Coloring: E127
Made exclusively with mustard essential oil
What characteristics make Cremonese mostarda unique compared to other Italian variants?
Fruits: In Cremonese mostarda, fruit is typically presented in large pieces or whole. This characteristic sets it apart, for example, from the Venetian mostarda, which has smaller fruit pieces.
Syrup consistency: Cremonese mostarda has an especially thick syrup that envelopes the fruit pieces, giving the product an almost gelatinous consistency.
Spiciness: Even though all mostardas have some spiciness due to the mustard essence, the amount and intensity can vary from one version to another. Cremonese mostarda tends to have a rather harmonious balance between sweetness and spiciness.
Reputation and history: Cremonese mostarda is particularly renowned and has a long-standing history in the Lombardy region. Its tradition and reputation often make it the choice for those in search of high-quality mostarda.
Cremona Mostarda Festival:
The Cremona Mostarda Festival celebrates the famed Cremonese mostarda, a gastronomic gem of the city, every October. This event brings together local producers and enthusiasts, offering tastings, workshops, and a deep dive into the culinary tradition of this sweet and spicy delight. A must-visit for aficionados of Italian gastronomy.