Fruit known as capulín, from the Mexican cherry tree, valued for its sweet flavor with slightly astringent notes and its traditional use in local cuisine. It is a small, wild or semi-cultivated fruit with strong cultural and seasonal significance.
Organoleptic Properties
Dark red to nearly black color when ripe, soft and juicy pulp, thin skin, mild aroma and sweet flavor with slightly astringent nuances typical of capulín.
Fruit known as capulín, from the Mexican cherry tree, valued for its sweet flavor with slightly astringent notes and its traditional use in local cuisine. It is a small, wild or semi-cultivated fruit with strong cultural and seasonal significance.
Organoleptic Properties
Dark red to nearly black color when ripe, soft and juicy pulp, thin skin, mild aroma and sweet flavor with slightly astringent nuances typical of capulín.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for fresh consumption, jams, preserves, liqueurs, desserts, traditional beverages and artisanal applications.
Format: Bulk (BLK) Kilogram
Bulk product sold by kilogram.
Storage and Handling
Store under refrigeration between 36–41 °F (2–5 °C). Highly perishable product with short shelf life; careful handling and quick turnover are recommended.
Quality & Selection Criteria
Fruits selected for uniform dark color, optimal ripeness, intact skin and absence of damage or fermentation, ensuring better flavor and freshness.
Origin
Mexico. Capulín is a native cherry variety widely found in temperate regions of Puebla and central Mexico, growing wild or in traditional systems. It is a highly seasonal fruit, hand-harvested and valued for its unique profile and cultural significance in regional gastronomy.
