Red Cherries Delivery or Pickup

Red cherries are sweet, low-calorie fruits full of essential nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and manganese. In addition to their nutritional benefits, they contain several antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds known to help prevent cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. Red cherries typically have a unique and delicious taste that is either sweet or tart, depending on the variety of the cherry. Sweeter cherries tend to have a lower acid content, while sour cherries get their tart flavoring because of their higher acid concentration in the fruit.

Although Michigan, Wisconsin, Oregon, Washington, and California grow them primarily, red cherries are grown worldwide. They can be enjoyed as a standalone snack or incorporated into your favorite recipes to add a burst of flavor to any meal. 

When picking out red cherries, you'll want to be on the lookout for fruits that have bright green stems, as these cherries are likely to be the freshest. Ideally, the cherries should be firm, plump, and have no soft spots or bruising. The best-tasting cherries will be round-shaped with skin a vibrant hue of red that will vary depending on the variety of the cherry. The general rule is that the darker the cherry is, the sweeter it will taste. If cherries are picked from a tree prematurely, red cherries will not continue to ripen. You want to know about these qualities to look for when selecting them.

To preserve red cherries, you'll want to skip washing them until you are ready to eat them. They are typically more prone to spoiling than other commonly eaten fruits, such as blueberries and strawberries. Refrigerate them as soon as you purchase them. Consume cherries without stems first; stemless cherries tend not to stay fresh as long as those that still have their stems intact.

If you are looking for a long-term solution to preserve your red cherries, you can always opt to freeze them. Wash them, cut off the tops, remove the pits, and store cherries in a tightly sealed bag in the freezer. They should last up to six months using this method. Thaw the cherries before using them. Frozen cherries work better in desserts or dishes that you'll bake or cook.