This Stardew Valley guide compares Kegs and Preserves Jars, two crucial tools for transforming crops into valuable artisan goods. While both increase profits, especially with the Artisan profession's 40% bonus, their efficiency differs.
Kegs and Preserves Jars: A Side-by-Side Comparison
Both Kegs and Preserves Jars create artisan goods from crops, but input quality doesn't affect output value. Using lower-quality produce is therefore recommended.
Preserves Jars: Produce Jellies, Pickles, Aged Roe, and Caviar. Obtained from bundles, or crafted at Farming Level 4 using wood, stone, and coal.
| Item In Jar | Product | Base Sell Price |
|---|---|---|
| Any fruit | [fruit name] Jelly | 2 x [base price] + 50 |
| Any vegetable/forage | Pickled [item name] | 2 x [base price] + 50 |
| Roe (except Sturgeon) | Aged [fish name] Roe | 2 x [roe price] |
| Sturgeon Roe | Caviar | 2 x [roe price] |
Kegs: Produce Wine, Beer, Pale Ale, Mead, Coffee, Juice, Green Tea, and Vinegar. Obtained from bundles, or crafted at Farming Level 8 using wood, copper bar, iron bar, and oak resin.
| Item In Keg | Product | Base Sell Price |
|---|---|---|
| Any fruit | [fruit name] Wine | 3 x [base price] |
| Any vegetable/forage | [item name] Juice | 2.25 x [base price] |
| Hops | Pale Ale | 300g |
| Wheat | Beer | 200g |
| Honey | Mead | 200g |
| Tea Leaves | Green Tea | 100g |
| Coffee Beans (5) | Coffee | 150g |
| Rice | Vinegar | 100g |
Kegs vs. Preserves Jars: The Verdict
Kegs generally yield higher profits, especially with cask aging for increased quality and sell price. However, they're more expensive and time-consuming to craft and use. Preserves Jars are cheaper and faster, making them ideal for early game or low-value, high-yield crops.
Ultimately, both are valuable. Kegs excel with higher-value produce and long-term investment, while Preserves Jars offer quick returns and versatility. A balanced approach, utilizing both, is often the most profitable strategy. Consider the processing time and base price of your crops to determine which is best for each item.
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