Yummy Raspberries

Executive Summary

As we enter peak production and procurement season, this memo serves as a refresher on the quality standards, nutritional profiles, and proper handling procedures for raspberries. Given their high market value and extreme fragility, adherence to these guidelines is critical to maximizing shelf life and minimizing waste.

Botanical & Variety Breakdown

While standard red raspberries are our primary focus, staff should be aware of the four main commercial colour variants. Each has distinct market appeal:

• Red Raspberries: The industry standard; balanced tartness and sweetness.
• Black Raspberries: Deep flavor, rich in anthocyanins, firmer texture.
• Purple Raspberries: A hybrid of red and black varieties; excellent for processing.
• Yellow/Gold Raspberries: A natural mutation; sweeter, less acidic, and highly prized by gourmet culinary teams.