Untill the start of the 2010 Blackcurrant season

 

 

For a delicious taste of British summertime that's full of healthy benefits and purple goodness, look no further than our home-grown, number one superfruit, blackcurrants!

 

Bred especially for their deep purple colour which indicates a high level of anthocyanins - important disease-fighting antioxidants - British blackcurrants are a deliciously healthy addition to recipes. The British Blackcurrant Foundation has been established by British growers to raise widespread awareness of the mini superfruit hero and encourage people to take full advantage.

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