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Description/Taste
Black seedless grapes are small to medium in size and are round to slightly oval in shape. Their skin is deep purple to nearly black, and some varieties may have a waxy bloom or film on the surface to prevent moisture loss. The skin is firm and does not slip from its flesh. The flesh is translucent, tender, and less crunchy than most red or green table grapes. Although Black seedless grapes are defined as seedless, occasionally they will contain one to two almost unrecognizable tiny, edible, fleshy and underdeveloped seeds. Black seedless grapes are juicy with a sweet, grapey muscat flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Black seedless grapes are available year-round, with peak season in summer through fall.
Current Facts
There are multiple species of Black seedless grapes within the Vitus genus, including vinifera, labrusca, riparia, rupestris, and rotundifolia. The most common Black seedless grapes grown as table grapes are Vitis vinifera and Vitis labrusca, or a hybrid of the two. Black seedless grapes are prized for their lush, juicy pulp, very sweet flavors, and highly aromatic skins that offer a pleasant chewiness. Some of the more notable varieties found on the market are Black Monukka, Summer Royal, Autumn Royal, and Black Emerald.
Nutritional Value
Black seedless grapes contain significant amounts of vitamins A, C, and K. Flavonoids within the grape’s skin, such as resveratrol, also provide antioxidant qualities which can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Applications
Black seedless grapes are best suited for raw applications and are most often eaten fresh, out-of-hand or tossed into green salads. They can also be pressed to make juice and dried to make raisins. Black seedless grapes can be roasted and cooked down into sauces and jams, baked into pies, or frozen and whipped into an instant sorbet. The rich flavor and inherent sugar content of Black grape juice is also a natural sweetener for fresh fruit cocktails. Black seedless grapes pair well with thyme, mint, rosemary, honey, balsamic vinegar, rich cream, blue cheese, lemonade, orange juice, asparagus, almond, and pistachio. They will keep up to a week when stored in a perforated plastic bag in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The California grape industry has shifted its focus from seeded to seedless grapes to meet consumer demand. In 1923, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) created a breeding program in Fresno, California to develop seedless grapes in an effort to create varieties that were sweet but convenient to eat. The production of Black seedless grapes varieties increased greatly, and the grapes became popular because of their antioxidant and resveratrol content.
Geography/History
The first ever seedless grape was a natural occurring European grape strain with origins between the Black and Caucasus Seas and a genetic abnormality caused the seeds to cease development. This singular variety is the ancestor to all seedless grapes. Modern Black seedless grape varieties are the result of "embryo rescue," which is a sophisticated procedure in which tiny developing seeds are removed from promising grapes. The seeds are then nurtured in Petri dishes and test tubes into tiny rootlet plants. This is done to create viable new breeds because, in nature, there is little chance that they would survive. Black seedless grapes can be found in markets and stores across the United States, Europe, South America, and Asia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Venissimo Cheese Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-719-5359 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Cucina Urbana (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 ex |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| The Florence | San Diego CA | 858-433-1545 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Red O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-291-8360 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| Venissimo Cheese North Park | San Diego CA | 619-376-1834 |
| Ruth's Chris Steak House DT | San Diego CA | 619-233-1422 |
| Plan 9 Alehouse | Escondido CA | 760-489-8817 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Hornblower Cruises | San Diego CA | 619-686-8733 |
| Venissimo Cheese Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-491-0708 |
| The Crossings | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-1800 |
| Tipsy Crow | San Diego CA | 619-338-9300 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Leichtag Foundation | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6772 |
| The Patio on Goldfinch (Mission Hills) | San Diego CA | 619-501-5090 |
| Counterpoint | San Diego CA | 619-564-6722 |
| Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center | National City CA | 619-434-4281 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| TBR & Mason Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-609-9245 |
| Cirque Du Soleil America Inc. | Las Vegas NV | 702-513-2146 |
| Vi At La Jolla Village | San Diego CA | 858-646-7700 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Black Seedless Grapes. One
is easiest,
three is harder.| Fearless Dining |
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Crushed Black Grape Bourbon Cocktail |
| Food Viva |
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Banana Grape Smoothie |
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Barons Marketplace
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 24 days ago, 4/30/19 Hy-Vee Near Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States About 170 days ago, 12/05/18 
Henson's Country Foods
Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 207 days ago, 10/29/18 Sharer's comments : Black Seedless Grapes spotted at Henson's Country Foods. Fry's Marketplace Near Paradise Valley, Arizona, United States About 363 days ago, 5/26/18 First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 577 days ago, 10/23/17 Sharer's comments : Black Seedless Grapes spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 702 days ago, 6/21/17 Sharer's comments : Black Seedless Grapes spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 702 days ago, 6/21/17 Sharer's comments : Black Seedless Grapes spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. First of the season |
