Black currants are very tart, small berries with a distinctive flavour.  They are generally not eaten fresh, but because of their high pectin content make excellent jams and jellies.

They are also delicious for juice, or in baking.

Season:  June 30 - August 1
Peak Season:  July 10 - July 25

Nutritional Claims:
per 56 g serving

• Very high in Vitamin C (169% RDI)
• Source of iron (6% RDI)
• Source of magnesium (5% RDI)
• Sodium-free (1 mg)

Care and Handling:

• Keep berries refrigerated
• Keep humidity at 90-95%
• Do not mist
• Shelf life 5-7 days with proper handling

Tray Size:

• 12 x 6 oz. (170g) clear plastic clamshell containers