Dried Raisins
Inventory, 5 lbs : 8.05
This item was last sold on : 04/23/24
Description/Taste
The Thompson raisin is produced from the Thompson grape variety. The Thompson grape variety is green to yellow in color, but becomes dark as the grape is dried. These raisins are large in size and offer a sweet taste.
Seasons/Availability
Dried Thompson raisins are available year-round.
Nutritional Value
Thompson raisins have a low sodium content and are fat and cholesterol free. They offer a high amount of iron and potassium as well.
Applications
Thompson raisins pair well with soft cheese such as Taleggio. They are also a great snack or used within baking applications.
Geography/History
The Thompson grape is also known as the "sultanina" or "sultana" grape variety. An American horticulturist named W.B. Thompson, was the first to introduce this grape to California. He was a Scottish immigrant who in 1876 brought this grape to a fair in the Sacramento Valley. These grapes are seedless and are ideally used for drying and creating raisins. The Thompson grape variety became so popular due to the fact that this variety has an adaptable growing status. Due to its adaptability, this grape variety is the most widely produced grape in world.
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