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August 22, 2021, 01:51 PM
konata88
Freezing grapes....
I've frozen grapes before - come out great and makes the season last longer. But usually just the green grapes - they are pretty tough.

There's a hybrid that I love - Thomconcord. They taste like concord or kyoho (Japan) grapes except they are smaller in size and the skin is edible (not meant to be peeled). They are on the delicate side. Kind of like champagne grapes.

If I want to freeze these grapes, do you guys recommend freezing them still attached to the stem? Or remove the grapes from the stem first? Seems like they would last longer if attached but not sure how well they would freeze.

Anybody freeze smaller, delicate grapes?




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August 22, 2021, 06:50 PM
Aglifter
I freeze regular grapes on the stem to use as ice cubes in cocktails…
August 22, 2021, 09:15 PM
selogic
I've frozen red grapes to use as a cooling treat during the summer . Kids seem to like them .
August 22, 2021, 09:17 PM
flashguy
I've never heard of Thomcord grames, but I'd like to try them. Concords are my favorite but they are never found here as table grapes. Do you know what store chains carry them?

flashguy




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August 22, 2021, 09:58 PM
357fuzz
quote:
Originally posted by selogic:
I've frozen red grapes to use as a cooling treat during the summer . Kids seem to like them .


This^!!!
August 22, 2021, 10:01 PM
parabellum
I had frozen grapes once.

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August 22, 2021, 10:05 PM
bald1
quote:
Originally posted by parabellum:
I had frozen grapes once.

I sat on this metal bench when it was really cold, wearing gym shorts ...






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August 22, 2021, 10:12 PM
konata88
quote:
Originally posted by flashguy:
I've never heard of Thomcord grames, but I'd like to try them. Concords are my favorite but they are never found here as table grapes. Do you know what store chains carry them?

flashguy


Not really sure. I really only patronize 1-2 supermarkets around here & Costco. So not really even sure how prevalent they are locally. Sounds like they were developed out here; not sure if other states grow them. I assumed they were common but perhaps not.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomcord

Freezing on the stem seems to work and likely best. I’ve frozen a few batches. Hopefully last me to next summer if I ration it over winter.




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August 22, 2021, 10:45 PM
Black92LX
quote:
grapes except they are smaller in size and the skin is edible (not meant to be peeled)


Never heard of peeling a grape before.


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August 22, 2021, 11:05 PM
konata88
I don’t do it. But I’ve seen many people peel or pop the grape out of the skin. Basically not eat the skin. Concord, kyoho and the Korean equivalent.




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August 23, 2021, 12:00 AM
darthfuster
For a good time, chill or freeze grapes in dry ice. Leave them over night. In the morning you'll have a delightful fizzy treat.



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August 23, 2021, 12:01 AM
flashguy
quote:
Originally posted by konata88:
I don’t do it. But I’ve seen many people peel or pop the grape out of the skin. Basically not eat the skin. Concord, kyoho and the Korean equivalent.
IMHO, the skin is the best part of a Concord grape. It has the strongest flavor.

flashguy




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August 23, 2021, 01:12 AM
konata88
I’m not sure it’s the best part but it’s certainly edible and I think healthy.

I hope you find the grapes. I think you’ll like them. Great flavor and the seeds actually add a nice texture. Hard to describe. Champagne grapes taste good but are tedious to eat. These are wonderful.




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August 23, 2021, 04:18 AM
old dino
Not sure I want to post this after Para's comment ... but I love snacking on frozen grapes of all kinds.
August 23, 2021, 10:32 AM
parabellum
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August 23, 2021, 12:53 PM
architect
When did this turn into a dating site?
August 23, 2021, 01:03 PM
BigWhup
quote:
Originally posted by architect:
When did this turn into a dating site?


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August 23, 2021, 02:02 PM
konata88
My quest for frozen grapes has soured.




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August 23, 2021, 11:34 PM
old dino
quote:
Originally posted by parabellum:
Call me


Blondie song... ? Oh goodness, this too does not sound right.


September 11, 2021, 11:31 PM
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I washed individual grapes and put them in a freezer bag. I thought they would freeze hard as a rock but they were still eatable.

Aldi's has great prices on grapes so this is a great way to save without them going bad. Thanks


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