*preorder* Organic Haskap Berries (Half Flat- 6 pints)

Organic haskap berries from Belle Meadow Farm in Grindrod, BC. Aurora Variety. 

"Also known as Blue Honeysuckle and Honeyberry, the name Haskap is derived from the language of the native Ainu people of Hokkaido, Japan. The Japanese say Haskaps are the "fruit of longevity" and the "fruit of vision."

Haskap berries are often thought to be of the blueberry and cranberry family but they are more closely related to the honeysuckle.

Haskap berry skin has a similar colour to a blueberry but the haskap berry is oval in shape. The inside flesh is a rich maroon colour and very juicy. The skin is very delicate and the seeds are tiny giving the fruit a "melt-in-your-mouth" quality. It's slightly tart flavour is clean and refreshing. Haskap berries can be enjoyed fresh off the bush or frozen - perfect for desert toppings, smoothies, jams or juice.

Haskaps are an excellent source of antioxidants, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Fiber and Potassium. Haskap berries are a rich source of cyanidin-3-O-glucoside (C3G), which is a naturally occurring anthocyanin. Anthocyanins are effective antioxidants that help prevent or reduce disease risk. Anthocyanin-rich berries are also known for their benefit to the eyes and are often associated with good night vision. Anthocyanins possess anti-diabetic, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and anti-obesity effects, as well as prevention of cardiovascular diseases." - Source:  haskapfarms.com