GIANT BLACKCURRANT FROM BOSKOOP AB - PLANT
Ribes nigrum
The Boskoop Giant Blackcurrant is a blackcurrant variety particularly appreciated for the impressive size of its black berries and its high yield . Ideal for fruit gardens or fruit hedges , this variety produces fruits with a rich and slightly acidic taste , perfect for eating fresh, in jams , sauces or for preparing liqueurs . It is a robust plant, adapted to various types of soil and resistant to cold climatic conditions.
The berries of the Boskoop Giant Blackcurrant are very large , almost twice as large as those of other blackcurrant varieties, with a glossy black color. Their intense flavor is a perfect balance between sweet and sour , which makes them particularly suitable for culinary preparations such as jams , sauces , or even making homemade liqueurs . Like other blackcurrant varieties, they are an excellent source of vitamin C , antioxidants and flavonoids , beneficial for the immune system and cardiovascular health .
