Selection and Storage of Mulberries

Black mulberries are particularly more flavorful and tasty than their counterpart white and red varieties. The peak season for black mulberry is May through August while the other two varieties are readily available by late spring.

In the stores, look for fleshy berries flavorful and heavy in hands. Avoid bruised, bleeding and sunken berries.

Once at home, preserve them in the zip pouch unwashed inside refrigerator where they stay fresh for up to a week. Mulberries spoil rather quickly. To eat, wash the berries in cold water in a container (bowl) instead of in running water. This way you avoid injuring. This method also brings the berries to room temperature and enhances their flavor and taste.