*The storefront and u-pick are now closed for the season.
Frozen saskatoons and haskaps are available for purchase through our online store!
lonicera caerulea
Haskaps
a.k.a. edible honeysuckle, honeyberries, blue honeysuckle
What are Haskaps?
Originating in Asia, Haskap berries are long and ovular in shape with a fleshy blue skin, the flavour of which is sometimes described as a cross between blueberries and raspberries. This flavour ranges from quite tart to fairly sweet depending on variety and ripeness.
North America’s newest superfruit, Haskaps contain a multitude of vitamins and are higher in antioxidants than blueberries. Haskap berries are incredibly versatile and have great commercial potential. Beyond more traditional uses such as jams and syrups, many businesses are harnessing the unique flavour of these berries to produce wines, liqueurs, and hard ciders.
Varieties
The three varieties of Haskaps we grow at Berries by the Bay are Boreal Blizzard, Boreal Beauty, and Boreal Beast, all of which were developed through the University of Saskatchewan Fruit Program.
The Haskap Berry Growers Association of Ontario, of which we are a member, is a great resource for more information about Haskaps!
Nutrition
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