Size Grading: +20 / +22 / +24 mm, for industrial processing: +18 mm
Season / Availability: from mid-June to mid-July
Storage and transport temperature: +2 °C
Usage: Excellent for fresh consumption, and also as an ingredient for cakes and fruit soups. It is a sought-after raw material for industrial processing in the production of compotes, purees, dried fruit, and deep-frozen products.
Characteristics: Most varieties are characterized by large fruit size and a firm skin and flesh texture, which makes them desirable for both fresh consumption and industrial processing.
The microclimate of the Carpathian Basin is ideal for sour cherries, making Hungary a major center for sour cherry breeding and cultivation.
Nutritional Value / Benefits:
Scientific research into the nutritional value of Hungarian sour cherry varieties has confirmed that their content of antioxidants and anthocyanins is four to five times higher than that of other sour cherry varieties. Furthermore, their melatonin content is outstanding, and their anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and immune-boosting effects are also noteworthy.
