Okay, I actually can't decide whether I like these or durians more. But on to my point, I promise that grapes will never be the same after you've tried those from Kyoho. They're pricey and I can only afford to indulge in these a couple of times a year, but they're definitely worth it.
These Concord-like cross grapes, hailing from Japan, are also cultivated in several other countries like Korea and Taiwan today. But those grown in Japan are unbeatable, you've simply got to try it from yourself!
I absolutely adore the firm and superbly juicy flesh, whose taste really reminds me of Japanese grape jelly. Dark-purplish in color, every grape delivers a burst of intense flavor and sweetness. These grapes are so good, it's hard to believe that they're full of antioxidants beneficial to your health! It's best to peel the slippery skins before indulging- they're traditionally not consumed, as they are slightly bitter in taste. Do also note that these grapes should only be washed right before being eaten.
Kyoho grapes are sold in Istean Scotts' supermarket, and sometimes at Cold Storage.
I've gotta agree that these are some amazing grapes! The taste is totally different from regular grapes, there's none of that tartness but instead it has the taste of sweet wine. Great stuff but the cost is so prohibitive!! Only bought it once when they had a promotion on them lol!
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ReplyDeleteyou can get them in local markets too ;)
ReplyDeletethe taiwanese version is less potent but the flavour is very much the same plus its less pricey
Ooooh, I love these grapes too! Definitely better than durians haha cuz durians are the only fruit I don't eat =D
ReplyDeleteThey taste winey. Bought these Kyoho grapes from Japan too. (:
ReplyDeleteOk just ate the Japan & Taiwan Kyoho grapes side by side. They taste really similar. I think these that were offer might not be of "true breed" (if there should be any cross-variety) coz Kyoho grapes from Japan retailing at Isetan supermart are really pricey & can cost up to $50 (on offer price!) for a punnet the same size as this.
ReplyDeletedirtystall: there's currently a kyoho grape promotion at cold storage. go grab them NOW (:
ReplyDeleteHungryTrotters: usually they go for about $17 for 300g :O i only buy them when they're on offer at $9.90 per pack.
oysterdiaries: haven't seen them in local markets before haha. i must give the taiwanese ones a try then, how much are they?
myfoodsirens: go grab them now, they're on offer at cold storage for $9.90 per pack! only till tomorrow.
ice: i've seen kyoho grapes in similar packaging retailing for about the same price at isetan before. guess those super ex ones must be of a premium variety then!
is there any minute difference between the japan and kyoho grapes? and do the taste of each type justify their price haha (:
saw them today! didn't know that was the offer price! arrgh..... should go grab some tml!
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