Quattro Stagioni — Bormioli Rocco

The Quattro Stagioni collection is the iconic preserving jar range by Bormioli Rocco. Recognisable for its ribbed glass body and its embossed fruit pattern on the cap, it has become the Italian reference for homemade preserving — jams, sauces, vegetables in brine.

The origin of the Quattro Stagioni collection

Bormioli Rocco is one of the great Italian glassmakers, and the Quattro Stagioni ("four seasons") line was created to support homemade preserving all year round. The characteristic ribbed glass and the screw cap with sealing gasket allow simple vacuum sealing by water-bath sterilisation, without complex equipment.

• Glass made by Bormioli Rocco, recognisable ribbed design
• Metal screw caps with sealing gasket, for water-bath sterilisation
• Capacities from 0.15 L to 1.5 L to suit any recipe
• Replacement caps available separately, by size: 56 mm, 70 mm, 86 mm

The most popular pieces in the Quattro Stagioni collection

A few references account for most of the purchases on AZ boutique.

• Set of 2 caps 70 mm for 25 cl and 50 cl jars: the best-seller AZ boutique, to replace worn caps without changing the jars
• Set of 2 caps 86 mm for 1 L and 1.5 L jars: caps for the largest jars
• Set of 3 caps 56 mm for 15 cl jars: for small jars (jams, condiments)
• Set of 12 jars 50 cl + 70 mm caps: intermediate preserving format, ideal for jams and sauces
• Set of 12 jars 25 cl + 70 mm caps: small jars for individual portions

Choosing within the Quattro Stagioni collection

Why is the Quattro Stagioni collection so well-known?

Quattro Stagioni is one of the standards of Italian home preserving and has become an international reference. The combination of robust glass, a simple screw-cap system and a wide range of capacities has made it the jar of choice for jam, tomato sauce, vegetables in brine and pickles.

Which cap size for which jar?

Bormioli Rocco uses three cap diameters: 56 mm for small 15 cl jars, 70 mm for 25 and 50 cl jars, 86 mm for 1 L and 1.5 L jars. Always check the diameter printed on the old cap before ordering replacements.

How do I succeed at preserving with Quattro Stagioni?

Sterilise jars and caps in boiling water. Fill while hot, leaving about 1 cm of headroom, screw the cap on immediately, then sterilise in a water bath (time depends on the recipe). As the jar cools, the cap dips slightly: this confirms a successful vacuum seal.

Are the caps reusable?

Quattro Stagioni caps can be reused for dry storage (cereals, coffee, spices). For sterilisation and vacuum preserving, it is recommended to use new caps for each cycle to support tightness — which is why Bormioli Rocco offers replacement cap sets by size.

The Quattro Stagioni collection on AZ boutique

Discover the Quattro Stagioni selection by Bormioli Rocco on AZ boutique, from replacement caps to full 25 cl and 50 cl jars. To explore more pieces, browse the Kitchenware and Glassware sections.

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See also our bocals section.