CHELAN, WA - Summer is here and with it comes the sweet promise of Orondo Ruby cherries. As retailers look to offer this irresistibly juicy fruit, here’s What's in Store from Chelan Fresh.

Available in limited supply for a few weeks in mid-Summer, consumers clamor over the irresistibly sweet flavor with a slight wave of tartness that is found in this deliciously complex cherry.  

The scarlet red-blushed skin and golden flesh will captivate shoppers, while the crispy, flavorful bite keep them coming back for more. Retailers can amplify their margins by stocking this jewel of the produce aisle, which out-sweets Rainiers, and out-lasts Bings. 

Discovered by luck and patented by Marcus Griggs, this unique variety is grown exclusively by the Griggs family on the banks of the Columbia River in eastern Washington. Here the hot summer days and cool river breezes make for perfect growing conditions while the cherries are lovingly cultivated and hand picked at the peak of sweetness. 

How can consumers best enjoy this delectable cherry? Any way they please! Pop 'em cold, slice and sprinkle over summer salad, pit and toss in a smoothie, decorate a tart, or infuse with sparkling water–the Orondo Ruby lends itself well to infinite applications.

This gem of a cherry will be the shining star of your summer produce promotions.

Thank you for watching What’s In Store.

Chelan Fresh