Blueberries | Berries | Guanajuato | BLK
Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) are small berries appreciated for their deep-blue coloration, juicy texture and naturally sweet flavor balanced by refreshing acidity. Grown in Guanajuato, Mexico, they stand out for their naturally occurring anthocyanins and culinary versatility. Their bulk-per-kilogram presentation is ideal for fresh consumption, restaurants, cafés, bakeries and gourmet cuisine.
Organoleptic Properties
Small, rounded berries with thin skin ranging from violet blue to deep blue, usually covered with a delicate whitish natural waxy bloom. A characteristic small crown appears at one end. The flesh is greenish white, juicy and slightly firm, with tiny edible seeds. Flavor is sweet, fresh and gently tart, featuring subtle woodland berry notes. As a general reference, soluble solids may range from approximately 10–15 °Brix, depending on cultivar and maturity.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for fresh consumption, fruit bowls, yogurt, oatmeal, granola, smoothies, fruit salads and healthy breakfasts. In baking and pastry applications, blueberries are especially suitable for muffins, cheesecakes, tarts, pancakes, crumbles, jams, compotes, ice cream and coulis. In contemporary cuisine, they pair with goat cheese, burrata, nuts, citrus and leafy greens, and can be used in vinaigrettes and fruit reductions accompanying duck, pork, poultry and beef.
Format
Bulk (BLK) per kilogram. Fresh blueberries grown in Guanajuato, Mexico. Fruit is sold by weight, without a fixed number of berries per sales unit. Individual size, diameter and weight may vary according to cultivar and commercial selection. Gentle handling is recommended to prevent bruising and compression.
Storage and Handling
Maintain preferably at 0–1 °C (32–34 °F) and 90–95% relative humidity, preserving an uninterrupted cold chain. Avoid condensation, impacts and excessive surface moisture, which may encourage fungal development, including Botrytis cinerea. For household consumption, refrigerate and wash only before eating, removing damaged berries beforehand.
Quality and Selection Criteria
Select berries that are firm, plump, uniformly blue and intact-skinned, free from mold, shriveling, leakage and fermentation. The presence of natural waxy bloom is a normal and desirable characteristic. Flesh should retain good juiciness, balanced natural sweetness and a firm texture, without excessive softening.
Season
In Guanajuato, blueberry harvest periods depend on cultivar, weather conditions and agricultural management. Low-chill varieties and technologically managed production systems may extend harvest windows. Specific commercial availability should be confirmed against the grower's production calendar.
Origin
Mexico.
Blueberries have their principal botanical and commercial origins in North America. Modern commercial domestication began during the early twentieth century through the work of Elizabeth Coleman White and Frederick Vernon Coville, who helped develop commercially suitable cultivars. An interesting botanical fact is that blueberries are true berries, and their characteristic blue appearance results from both natural pigments and the protective waxy coating on their skin. Today, Mexico plays an important role in blueberry production, including agricultural regions such as Guanajuato.
