California Raisins

Sweet. Naturally.

Convenient and naturally sweet, chefs choose California Raisins to add surprising flavour, texture and an ensemble of natural goodness to their creations.

How California Raisins Are Made

Raisins are essentially dried grapes of the “Vitis vinifera” Natural Seedless varietal type and are typically dried by the sun, whether it is on paper trays or dried on the vine.

No Fat. No Cholesterol.
No Added Sugar.

California Raisins Provide Concentrated Nutrients.

California Raisins are naturally sweet.

Fun Facts About California Raisins

The word raisin comes from the Latin racemes, which means a “cluster of grapes or berries.”

Raisins are great tasting – naturally sweet, tangy, savory, and flavorful.

The Greeks and Romans decorated places of worship with raisins and handed them out to winners in sporting contests. And, Roman physicians prescribed raisins to cure everything from mushroom poisoning to old age.

History books note that raisins were sun dried from grapes as long ago as 1490 BC.

The word raisin comes from the Latin racemes, which means a “cluster of grapes or berries.”

Raisins are great tasting – naturally sweet, tangy, savory, and flavorful.

History books note that raisins were sun dried from grapes as long ago as 1490 BC.

1,500

Raisin grape growers based in the San Joaquin Valley

20

Packers based in the San Joaquin Valley

50

Countries import raisins

30%

Produces and packaged for retail market

Recipe Wall

It’s time to take a look at a classic. California Raisins. They come by their sweetness naturally – with no added sugar. The ingredient list says it all: Raisins.