17 October 2025
Black currant
The black currant or cassis berry is a small berry with a dark purple to almost black color. The berry grows on a shrub over 5 feet tall. The black currant bush thrives best in wet nutrient-rich soils. It is therefore common in deciduous forests in northern Asia and northern and central Europe. Black currants have a typical sweet and sour somewhat spicy taste. They are very suitable to use in juices or to incorporate into savory dishes. We tell you more about the black currant.
What substances are in this fruit?
Blackcurrants are an excellent source of vitamin C. 100 grams of berries already provide you with more than 200% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) for this vitamin. In addition, blackcurrants are a good source of fiber.What does this mean for my health?
The black currant is a superfood for a reason. The high content of vitamin C in these berries can help maintain good health in several ways. We list the functions of vitamin C for you.- Vitamin C supports your immune system.
- Vitamin C promotes the absorption of iron from your diet.
- Vitamin C helps keep your bones and teeth strong.
- Vitamin C helps protect against oxidative damage.
- Vitamin C boosts your energy metabolism.
- Vitamin C helps take care of your skin from the inside out.
- Vitamin C contributes extra energy to fatigue.