If you haven't heard of Kilner, the brand has been around since 1842 and is renowned for its high-quality glass jars and bottles. Unlike traditional Mason jars, Kilner is known for its clip-top lid.

Researches into John Kilner, Jeremy's great-great-great grandfather, born in 1792, revealed that he was once an employee in a glass factory. He set up a glassworks with friends and through thrift ...