Japanese Shine Muscat Grapes and How to Eat Them Best
- Shine Muscat Grapes in Japan
- When to Eat Shine Muscat Grapes Best
- How to Eat Shine Muscat Deliciously
- How to Store Shine Muscat
- Buy Shine Muscat Online
Shine Muscat Grapes in Japan
Shine Muscat grapes, or usually known as Muscat in Japan (Muscat of Alexandria) is one of highly popular fruits in Japan. Shine Muscat is actually a new variety of grapes born in Japan. It was created by crossing European grapes, which have a good aroma and texture with American grapes, which are resistant to diseases and easy to grow. In this way, Shine Muscat inherits its excellent characteristics. It has an excellent aroma and texture and is easy to cultivate.
Shine Muscat has a very high sugar content and a good aroma, so it is ranked as a high-ranked variety among many grapes. Its sugar content is usually between 18 to 20 degrees, which is relatively high compared to other types of grapes. Furthermore, because the Sunshine muscat grapes have modest acidity content as well, it mix well with its sugar content, to they create steady and sweetness which you cannot get tired of.
In Japan, Shine Muscat is mainly produced in Nagano, Yamanashi, Okayama, and Yamagata prefectures. It is not only sold to Japan market, but also widely exported to other countries as well.
Characteristics of Shine Muscat
- Refreshing scent and elegant sweetness
- Seedless.
- Firm and juicy flesh
- Thin and edible skin
When to Eat Shine Muscat Grapes Best
Similar to persimmon, the best season for eating Shine Muscat in Japan is generally during the autumn, which is around August, September and October. It is available on the market since around July and it can be purchased until around December. The delicious season actually varies slightly depending on the cultivation method and production area.
How to Eat Shine Muscat Deliciously
Shine Muscat is characterized by its high sugar content and elegant aroma, so it is recommended to eat it as it is. The skin of Shine Muscat is edible thus it can be consumed without peeling its skin. The crispy texture of the skin and its juicy flesh are delicious.
- If you take Shine Muscat out of the refrigerator, leave it at room temperature for a while (around 30 minutes), wash it quickly before eating it to make you feel its sweetness better.
- Another recommended way to eat Shine Muscat is to soak Shine Muscat in ice water and let it cool for a while before eating.
- Making a Shine Muscat Fruit Sandwich
Fruit sandwiches are recommended as an easier way to eat than cakes and tarts. If you want to enjoy the crispy texture of Shine Muscat's skin, it is best to use soft and thin bread. Using a low-fat cream will give you a lighter taste and enhance the sweetness of Shine Muscat.
TIPS: Eat from the Bottom
The part of the Shine Muscat which is nearer to the sun (which is the upper part) is the sweetest part of it, thus it is always a good practice to start eating Shine Muscat from the bottom part of the bunch and continue upwards, because the sweetness taste will become stronger gradually as you continue eating thus you can enjoy it at the most.
How to Store Shine Muscat
The Shine Muscat is raw fruit, so it is best to eat it as soon as possible. However, if you can't eat it right away, you can store it in vegetable room in the refrigerator. In that case, wrap it using newspaper or put it in a plastic bag to prevent it from drying out.
- If Shine Muscat is stored in the refrigerator, it can last up to 3 to 5 days.
- If it is stored in a freezer it can last up to 2 to 3 weeks.
Buy Shine Muscat Online
- Selection of Shine Muscat from famous production areas
This is a pack containing about 2 kg of carefully selected large Shine Muscat from various famous production regions (Okayama, Yamanashi and Nagano, etc). The production area of the Shine Muscat varies depending on the season, which means you will get the most delicious Shine Muscat at that time. The Shine Muscat is very sweet and its sugar content is said to be 21 degrees or above. The Shine Muscat may arrives in 3 to 5 bunches. - ◆ Free Shipping ◆ Shine Muscat Haruo® from Okayama Prefecture
This is a pack containing carefully selected Shine Muscat Haruo® from Okayama prefecture.
Haruo® is the name of Shine Muscat shipped from JA in Okayama prefecture, and it was named after "being raised in Hare no Kuni Okayama", which means under the blessings of the sun in Okayama prefecture.
Pack of 800g Shine Muscat Haruo®
Two packs of 500g Shine Muscat Haruo®
