{"title":"Cherries","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop premium cherries at Melissa’s — from juicy Bing, Rainier and Jumbo Red to exotic Tasmanian and Chilean varieties. Fresh, flavorful cherries delivered from top growers directly to you. Explore our full cherry selection and order online today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rainier-cherries","title":"Rainier Cherries","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack: 2 pounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: Jan-Feb \u0026amp; Jun-Aug\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA (CA\/WA), Chile \u0026amp; Mexico\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelissa’s Rainier Cherries are an attractive yellow, with a beautiful red blush on their tender skin. Rainier Cherries are tree ripened to extract maximum sugar content. Rainier cherries are more tender, plump and juicier than most other varieties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re completely edible with a tender skin and a firm juicy pulp and small inedible seed. The white interior has a deliciously sweet and delicate flavor. This lovely plump cherry is larger, but more fragile with an eighteen percent increase in sugar content compared to the Bing cherry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy Melissa’s fresh Rainier Cherries through the summer months. This deliciously sweet cherry will become a favorite once eaten. The sweet sensation is so wonderful it may be a dessert by itself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood flavored cherries should be plump and soft. The Rainier Cherry is yellow and slightly blush when ripe, brown spots indicate high sugar content. Store cherries in the refrigerator and eat as soon as possible for best quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b60f0f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is perishable and must ship at least 2nd day.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b60f0f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAny orders that do not have the appropriate shipping method selected will not be shipped out. For assistance, please call us at 800-588-0151.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReviewed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.melissas.com\/pages\/nutrition\"\u003eMelissa's Nutritionist\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32753025318956,"sku":"1239","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/files\/image-of-rainier-cherries-fruit-1125638090.jpg?v=1738736224"},{"product_id":"dried-bing-cherries","title":"Dried Bing Cherries","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack: 3 packages (3 ounces each)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: Year Round\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried fruits came to America by way of early European settlers. Medieval Europeans placed apples in warm ovens, then peeled, cored and hung them in wreaths from their kitchen ceilings to complete the drying process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, California is the main producer of dried fruit. Although some fruit is now artificially dried, sun-drying is still the favored technique. Six pounds of fresh fruit will produce one pound of dried fruit, yet because dried fruit is sweeter and richer in flavor than fresh fruit, it has become an invaluable ingredient in baking and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried cherries offer a wholesome, low calorie snack right from the bag or use them in cakes, cookies and stuffings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelissa’s Dried Cherries are hand-selected for excellent quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrying ripe fruit will cause it to lose most of its moisture and accumulate natural sugars, thus allowing Melissa’s Dried Cherries to keep almost indefinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBing Cherries may contain an occasional pit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32753124966444,"sku":"137","price":14.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/products\/image-of-dried-bing-cherries-fruit-33191172964396.jpg?v=1675713757"},{"product_id":"dried-tart-cherries","title":"Dried Tart Cherries","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack: 3 packages (3 ounces each)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: Year Round\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDried fruits came to America by way of early European settlers. Medieval Europeans placed apples in warm ovens, then peeled, cored and hung them in wreaths from their kitchen ceilings to complete the drying process. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, California is the main producer of dried fruit. Although some fruits are now artificially dried, sun-drying is still the favored technique. Six pounds of fresh fruit will produce one pound of dried fruit, yet because dried fruit is sweeter and richer in flavor than fresh fruit, it has become an invaluable ingredient in baking and desserts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelissa’s Dried Cherries offer a wholesome, low calorie snack right from the bag or use them in cakes, cookies and stuffings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelissa's Dried Cherries are hand-selected for excellent quality. Drying a ripe fruit will cause it to lose most of its moisture and accumulate natural sugars, thus allowing Melissa's Dried Cherries to keep almost indefinitely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/b\u003e Cherries, Sugar, Sunflower Oil. May contain an occasional pit.","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32753218846764,"sku":"148","price":14.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/products\/image-of-dried-tart-cherries-fruit-33191191380012.jpg?v=1675713928"},{"product_id":"bing-cherries","title":"Bing Cherries","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack: 2 Pounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: May - Aug, Dec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelissa’s Bing Cherries make a wonderful snack, anytime. Bing Cherries are distinguished by their beautiful deep ruby skin and flesh.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBing Cherries are soft to the touch and very plump and juicy, perfect for a summer treat. Desired for their mouthwatering, sweet, rich flavor, Bing Cherries can enhance many summer dishes. Enjoy fresh Bing Cherries as an addition to mixed fruit salads or in a freshly baked pie.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore Melissa’s Bing Cherries in the refrigerator and handle with care. Melissa’s Bing Cherries are sweetest in flavor when eaten ripe, with deep coloring and are soft to the touch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0017; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThis item is perishable and must ship overnight.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReviewed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.melissas.com\/pages\/nutrition\"\u003eMelissa's Nutritionist\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"2 Pounds","offer_id":41090078212140,"sku":"511","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/files\/2-pounds-image-of-bing-cherries-fruit-1125636702.jpg?v=1738789131"},{"product_id":"chilean-cherries","title":"Chilean Cherries","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack: 2 lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: Mid Nov - Mid Jan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: Chile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelissa’s Chilean Cherries have the distinct sweet Cherry flavor that you love. They share many characteristics of North American Brooks Cherries. Both varieties are known for being large, dark, firm, sweet and flavorful.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelissa’s Chilean Cherries make a wonderful snack, anytime. They are distinguished by their beautiful deep ruby skin and flesh. Soft to the touch, plump and juicy, they are perfect for a surprise winter\/holiday treat. Desired for their mouthwatering, sweet, rich flavor, Chilean Cherries can enhance many traditional holiday dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy fresh Melissa’s Chilean Cherries as an addition to mixed fruit salads or in a freshly baked pie.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore Melissa’s Chilean Cherries in the refrigerator and handle with care. Melissa’s Chilean Cherries are sweetest in flavor when eaten ripe, with deep coloring and are soft to the touch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0017; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThis item is perishable and must ship overnight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReviewed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.melissas.com\/pages\/nutrition\"\u003eMelissa's Nutritionist\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32753664458796,"sku":"548","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/products\/image-of-chilean-cherries-fruit-14764367118380.jpg?v=1620918970"},{"product_id":"dried-cherries","title":"Dried Cherries","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack: 3 packages (3 ounces each)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: Year Round\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDried fruits came to America by way of early European settlers. Medieval Europeans placed apples in warm ovens, then peeled, cored and hung them in wreaths from their kitchen ceilings to complete the drying process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, California is the main producer of dried fruit. Although some fruit is now artificially dried, sun-drying is still the favored technique. Six pounds of fresh fruit will produce one pound of dried fruit, yet because dried fruit is sweeter and richer in flavor than fresh fruit, it has become an invaluable ingredient in baking and desserts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDried cherries offer a wholesome, low calorie snack right from the bag or use them in cakes, cookies and stuffings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweet, tender, and full of flavor, just like the fresh varieties. One taste of these natural treats, and you'll never want ordinary snacks again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelissa’s Dried Cherries are hand-selected for excellent quality. Drying a ripe fruit will cause it to lose most of its moisture and accumulate natural sugars, thus allowing Melissa’s Dried Cherries to keep almost indefinitely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDried Bing Cherries (3 oz), Dried Rainier Cherries (3 oz), and Dried Tart Cherries (3 oz).","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32753676025900,"sku":"579","price":14.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/files\/image-of-dried-cherries-fruit-1239917708.jpg?v=1779403271"},{"product_id":"dried-rainier-cherries","title":"Dried Rainier Cherries","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack: 3 packages (3 ounces each)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: Year Round\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDried fruits came to America by way of early European settlers. 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Due to the island's pristine environment and oceanic climate, the fruit gets to spend more time growing on the trees, allowing them to develop stunning sizing that's paired with a full, sweet flavor, unlike any other cherry you've tasted from seasons past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered the world's best cherries, Tazzys are meticulously picked, packed in premium packaging, and then flown to the U.S. to please your most discerning cherry lover. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe opulent characteristics of Tasmanian Cherries are sure to capture attention, and the premium eating experience will have you returning for more throughout the season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReviewed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.melissas.com\/pages\/nutrition\"\u003eMelissa's Nutritionist\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"2.2 Pounds","offer_id":42343652065324,"sku":"2190","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/files\/2-2-pounds-image-of-tasmanian-cherries-fruit-1217353620.jpg?v=1768862649"},{"product_id":"jumbo-red-cherries","title":"Jumbo Red Cherries","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable: June-July\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA-WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig, bold, and bursting with flavor—these premium cherries are 8.5 row and larger, meaning each cherry is roughly an inch across. That’s true jumbo size, hand-picked from Washington’s most trusted growers. With their deep ruby color, crisp snap, and intense sweetness, they deliver a standout eating experience. Sourced from top-tier varieties selected for size, taste, and visual appeal, these cherries turn heads—and win over taste buds.     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherries are best eaten out of hand, but also shine in summer salads, cocktails, baked goods, and even grilled over savory dishes like pork or duck.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep cherries unwashed in the refrigerator in a breathable container or produce drawer. Rinse just before eating. 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