Eureka Lemon | FANCY | C #115's | Peelz® | California | BLK
Eureka lemons (Citrus × limon) are a premium citrus variety recognized for their bright-yellow skin, abundant juice, pronounced acidity and refreshing citrus aroma. Grown in California, USA, and marketed under the Peelz® brand, they are highly versatile in cooking, baking and mixology. Their FANCY grade, commercial size #115's and bulk-per-kilogram presentation (BLK) make them ideal for supermarkets, fresh produce retailers, restaurants, hotels and foodservice establishments.
Organoleptic Properties
Oval to elliptical fruit with slightly pronounced ends and bright-yellow, aromatic skin featuring a fine to moderately textured surface. The pale-yellow flesh contains abundant juice and pronounced citric acidity, delivering a fresh, intense and lingering citrus flavor. Natural essential oils in the peel provide the lemon's distinctive fragrance, while the juice contributes clean, refreshing citrus notes.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for lemonade, refreshing beverages, cocktails, teas, infusions, juices and flavored waters. In savory cuisine, Eureka lemons are widely used in vinaigrettes, dressings, marinades, ceviches, fish, seafood, poultry and vegetable preparations. In baking and pastry applications, they are excellent for lemon tarts, cheesecakes, mousses, sorbets, curds, glazes and marmalades. Their zest adds an intense citrus aroma to sweet and savory recipes. They pair particularly well with mint, basil, ginger, honey, olive oil and Mediterranean herbs.
Format
Bulk (BLK) per kilogram. Fresh Eureka lemons, Peelz® brand, originating from California, USA. FANCY grade, identifying a selection with superior visual quality, and size C #115's, a commercial size designation based on the number of lemons packed in a standard carton. Fruit is sold by weight, allowing customers to purchase their desired quantity without a fixed number of pieces per sales unit.
Storage and Handling
For extended commercial storage, maintain preferably at 12–14 °C (54–57 °F) and approximately 90–95% relative humidity, with adequate ventilation. Avoid excessively low temperatures, impacts, compression and condensation, which may damage the rind or encourage decay. For household use, refrigerate under suitable conditions and wash before preparation. Keep away from products with strong odors.
Quality and Selection Criteria
Select lemons displaying attractive yellow coloration, good firmness, appropriate weight for their size and intact skin, without decay, mold, dehydration or significant damage. The flesh should retain abundant juice, characteristic acidity and a fresh citrus aroma. The FANCY grade emphasizes appealing external quality, while size #115's provides a consistent commercial presentation in size and shape.
Season
In California, Eureka lemons are cultivated and harvested throughout much of the year, with seasonal variations depending on the growing region and weather conditions. California's diverse citrus-growing areas and established postharvest practices support broad commercial availability throughout the year.
Origin
United States — California.
The yellow lemon (Citrus × limon) is a hybrid citrus fruit whose historical origins are associated with ancient growing regions of Asia. Lemon cultivation gradually spread to the Mediterranean and later to the Americas, where it became an important commercial citrus crop.
The Eureka variety was commercially developed in California during the 19th century and became one of the best-known yellow lemon varieties, appreciated for its juiciness, pronounced acidity and suitability for commercial production.
An interesting botanical fact is that the tiny pores visible on lemon skin are associated with oil glands containing aromatic essential oils. This explains why both Eureka lemon juice and zest are widely valued in international cuisine, from refreshing beverages to sophisticated savory dishes and desserts.
