Gravelsack

White currants from my garden

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White currants from my garden - Lemmy.one

I planted a white currant bush last year and this year it gave me a couple of handfuls. They have a fresh taste like a green grape but a bit more tart. I’m in the process of drying them now so I can use them to make some currant scones

Jun 13, 2023 at 2:56amWeb
Show threaddibsJun 13, 2023
That's awesome! My parents have a few black currant bushes which they like to make jam with. I'd usually throw a few teaspoons in with some hot water and end up with a nice compote
Show threadGravelsackJun 13, 2023
That sounds delightful! I also have a couple of black currants and one red currant as well, but these seem to ripen quicker. I think I prefer the black currants, flavor wise.
Show threadjanAkaliJun 13, 2023
I've seen red and black currant, but never a white, could it be not ripe yet, or it is just one of types? Nevertheless, I love black currant, it makes The best jam with gooseberry.
Show threadGravelsackJun 13, 2023
No, they're ripe. I believe its a variety of red currant that lacks the red pigment
Show threadplactagonicJun 13, 2023

Noo you reminded me how much bushes of red currant I have to pick and process.

Easiest thing is to put it in strong alcohol and make liqueur.

Show threadKIM_JONG_JUICEBOXJun 13, 2023
I was thinking make wine out of them. But you need much more than what OP has.
Show threadPlayer2Jun 13, 2023
White currants are amazing! We used to have a bush and it was always my favorite over the red and black ones, though it didn't grow as well in our soil.
Show threadMuchPineapplesJun 13, 2023

Fact: white currants are better than red.

Because I can actually eat the white ones while the red ones are donated to the local birds.