Ribes nigrum – fruit powder

Blackcurrant is an iconic fruit of temperate climates. Processed into a fine powder, it becomes a popular concentrated ingredient in herbal tea blends, homemade skincare products, and desserts. Its natural richness in anthocyanins and vitamin C makes it a sought-after product in wellness and superfood ranges.

Description

Fine, violet to dark purplish powder with a fruity aroma. Tangy, intense, slightly sweet flavor. Smooth texture.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Blackcurrant, black gooseberry
• Latin name: Ribes nigrum
• Family: Grossulariaceae
• Part used: Fruit (berry)
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Europe, Russia, temperate Asia
• English name: Blackcurrant powder
• Name in German: Schwarze Johannisbeere Pulver
• Name in Spanish: Black currant powder
• Name in Italian: Polvere di ribes nero
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق الكشمش الأسود (Masḥūq Kishmish Aswad)

Main virtues

In addition to its pleasant aroma, blackcurrant powder is used in recipes for smoothies, desserts, skincare products (scrubs, masks), and vitamin-rich infusions. It naturally adds color, flavor, and fruity energy.

Main constituents

Anthocyanins, organic acids, natural sugars, vitamin C, fiber, pectin.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per cup, let infuse for 5 to 10 minutes in hot water.
• Cooking: in smoothies, desserts, sauces or plant-based yogurts.
• Cosmetic: as a mask or fruity scrub (mixed with a neutral base).

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Suitable for classic food and cosmetic use.
• Keep away from moisture to prevent lumps from forming.

History and origin

Blackcurrant powder is a modern innovation inspired by the tradition of fruit preservation. This form makes it easier to enjoy the fruit's natural qualities year-round, even out of season.

Miscellaneous information

• Storage: in an opaque airtight jar, away from humidity.
• Packaging: loose powder or resealable bag.
• Appearance: fine powder, intense violet.
• Smell: fruity, slightly tangy and sweet.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• European Corpus of Small Fruits
• Manuals for artisanal fruit processing
• Modern works on phytogastronomy

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