Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Black Currant ?
A small, dark purple-black berry known for its intense tartness and rich, musky flavor.
"The Powerhouse of Tartness"
Quel goût a le/la/l'Black Currant ?
Tart, astringent, musky, earthy, sometimes slightly sweet when ripe.
- Taste
- Tart, Astringent, Musky, Fruity
- Texture
- Soft, Juicy, Small Seeds
- Aroma
- Fruity, Earthy, Pungent
- Acidity
- High
Technical Metrics
Popular Liqueur
Crème de Cassis
Primary Global Producer
Poland
Vitamin C Content
Higher than oranges per serving
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 80g (1 cup)Le secret du chef
To reduce tartness in fresh black currants for desserts, macerate them with a little sugar for an hour before use.
Substituts & Proportions pour Black Currant
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Black Currant est Blueberries + Lemon Juice, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup. Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Blueberries + Lemon Juice Meilleur | 1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup | Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness. |
| Red Currants | 1:1 | Similar tartness and appearance, but less intense flavor. |
| Cranberries | 1:1 | Very tart, good for jams and sauces, different texture. |
| Dark Cherries (sour) | 1:1 | Adds similar color and a pleasant tartness, often sweeter. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Black Currant
Choose firm, plump berries with no mold or shriveling.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Black Currant ?
- Game Meats
- Desserts
- Jams
- Syrups
- Gin
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Black Currant ?
Tart, astringent, musky, earthy, sometimes slightly sweet when ripe. Fruity|Earthy|Pungent
Quel est un bon substitut pour Black Currant ?
Le meilleur substitut est Blueberries + Lemon Juice (1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup). Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness.
Comment choisir et conserver le Black Currant ?
Choose firm, plump berries with no mold or shriveling.