Raisins & Zante Currants
Conventional, Natural & Organic
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| Varieties: | Thompson, Flame, Superior, Sultana, Zante Currants |
| Styles: | Seedless, Golden, Cheriraisin (exclusive) |
| Special Order: | Super Soft |
| Sizes: | Extra Jumbo, Jumbo, Select, Midget, Mini-midget, Paste |
| Packaging: | Bulk - net weight 30lb Food Service - 5lb / 10lb / 30lb Retail Tub and Stand-up Pouch |
| Origin: | South Africa, Greece, Turkey, Argentina, Chile, Afghanistan, USA |
| Product Detail: | The majority of cultivated grapes from which all types of raisins are produced belong to the Vitis vinifera species, domesticated more than 5000 years ago in the Middle East. Grapes commonly used for drying are table grapes, which have a more tender skin, rich flavor and high sugar content. Sultana and Thompson Seedless are among the most commonly marketed varieties. Bedemco is the developer and exclusive distributor of Cheriraisins which are plump, deep red raisin, with a hint of cherry flavor. Raisins and currants are harvested by either hand or mechanical means, depending upon the origin. For raisins, the fruit changes color from green to dark brown (Thompsons) or black (flames). Golden raisins are obtained by treating Thompson or Sultana grapes with sulfur dioxide before drying to conserve their light color. As a result of sun-drying, South African Golden Raisins are among the world’s finest, displaying a bright golden color, lower moisture content and less sulfur dioxide than other sources. Natural Goldens are produced from sultana raisins, but without the application of sulfur dioxide. Bedemco supplies a full range of vine fruits in a variety of sizes and moisture levels to meet the diverse needs of the bakery, confectionery, manufacturing, packing and food service industries. Raisins and currants have long enjoyed a variety of applications as snacks, prominent ingredients in mixes, sauces and condiments, and in a wide variety of baked goods and confections. Raisins are a good source of phytochemicals, while currants offer a high content of vitamin C and contain bioflavanoids which aid in the reduction of blood pressure. |
