Cranberries

Cranberries are becoming more and more popular every year. Their fresh, slightly tart flavour is the perfect companion to game and turkey. Cranberries are also very healthy. They are packed full of antioxidants, vitamin C and fibre and are very low in calories.

Passport Cranberries

Name Cranberry
Family Ericaceae
Varieties Early Black, Hawes, Searless
Origin Noord-Amerika
Source Verenigde Staten en Canada
Availability van oktober tot januari
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Storage advice Cranberries

In the store

Before selling, cranberries must be stored in a cool place.

At home

We advise consumers to keep cranberries in the fridge.
Our tip: spread the berries on a plate or dish, to prevent them from getting bruised spots.

Usage tips Cranberries

Cranberry’s have a bitter sweet taste and combine very well with, for example, turkey and game. Use cranberries to make a sauce or compote. You can also process cranberries in desserts, cakes and pies.

Maturity / Freshness Cranberries

Cranberries should be shiny red and firm.

Calendar Cranberries

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Growing areas Cranberries

Cranberries are produced in Canada and USA from June to August. Then the berries are picked and sorted and shipped by sea container.