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01622 326465
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Blackcurrant bushes
There is nothing quite like the very distinctive flavour and aroma of blackcurrants. Blackcurrant jam is one of the most popular traditional jams. Blackcurrants are an essential ingredient of summer pudding one of the most delicious of English puddings. In France, blackcurrants are used to make
crème de cassis
which mixed with white wine or champagne makes the popular summer drink
kir
. Blackcurrants, particularly some of the newer varieties which have sweeter larger berries, can also be eaten fresh. As is widely known, blackcurrants are one of the richest sources of vitamin C.
Click here for a guide to choosing currant bushes
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1
Ben Connan
Sold-out
(might be available next season)
A heavy cropping early blackcurrant with good disease resistance and large berries.
2
Ben Lomond
Available £6.00
One of the most popular blackcurrants grown in the UK.
3
Ben Sarek
Available £6.00
A very popular mid season blackcurrant with great flavour.