Black currant, known and valued for centuries, is a true treasure of nature. It is no accident that it is called "black gold.

Well, fresh currants are small white, black or red berries about the size of peas. Surprisingly the dried fruits labeled as currants are not actually currants—they're made from grapes!

Too cold and snowy to step outside? Stay in! Research shows you can improve your health and happiness right from the comfort of home. Strengthen bones by dancing or eat black currants Getty Turn on ...

Q: Currants seem impossible to find, even during the holidays. I found Sun-Maid at Walmart several years ago, and two years ago got bulk currants at Fresh Market. I can order them in a four-pack from ...

Dissolve the sugar in the water. Add the black currants and cover them with syrup. Bring them to the boil and cook until soft, about 4–5 minutes. Liquidise or puree the fruit and press through a ...

Blackcurrant cordial is an excellent way to use end of season fruit, overripe or frozen currants. Fruity, sharp, intense — blackcurrants transform into a vibrant cordial that's high in vitamin C.

and older branches (black colour) in winter, cutting right back to the base. Birds like to eat the developing buds of currant bushes, so protect plants in the winter. If you have a large garden ...