Pomegranate

Pomegranates are incredibly high in antioxidants and are a great source of potassium, vitamin C, niacin, and fiber. They are frequently mentioned along with red wine and green tea as foods that promote good health.

Pomegranate has a tough, leathery rind which is usually dark or brownish red.  Inside, it is divided into several sections separated by bitter, inedible tissue walls.  Inside each section are many sacs containing the sweet, tangy pulp and one seed.  The sacs, called arils, are the edible portion of the pomegranate. Though not technically seeds, arils are commonly referred to as pomegranate seeds.  Dried pomegranate seeds are actually dried arils that come from sour varieties of the fruit which are not eaten raw.

Pomegranate is commercially grown in Turkey, Iran, India and California.  It has a long storage life, and can be kept for more than six months in a climate-controlled environment without spoiling, shrinking or losing flavor.

Pomegranate is usually eaten fresh or made into juice that can be served by itself or blended with other juices.   Pomegranate juice is sometimes called pomegranate molasses. Pomegranate is also used to make jellies, sauces, vinaigrettes and marinades, and is the main ingredient in grenadine. The whole "seeds" are also used as a garnish on salads or desserts.

• Pomegranate Juice
  
  • Single Strength Juice, Natural Brix
    
  • Juice Concentrate, Standard 65° Brix