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title: How To Keep Blackberries Fresh For Longer
description: Here are the berry best ways to take care of your California Giant blackberries! Also, check out these delicious blackberry recipes.
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# [How To Keep Blackberries Fresh For Longer](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/how-to-keep-blackberries-fresh-for-longer)

 Written by [Cal Giant](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/author/cal-giant) | September 7, 2021

Packed with vitamin C and fiber, [California Giant Berry Farms](https://www.calgiant.com/) blackberries are a versatile and healthy addition to any meal for an accent of flavor. Here’s how to get the most out of your blackberries! 

## How to Select Blackberries

When picking out blackberries at your local grocery store, look for berries that are firm, dry, and even in that beautiful, deep purple color! 

### Did you know?

[Blackberries](http://calgiant.com/blackberries) from California Giant are grown in Georgia, California, and Mexico, and can be found in a multitude of grocery stores across the country. [Click here](https://www.calgiant.com/where-to-buy) to find our berries in a store near you.

## How to Store Blackberries

Once you get your fresh blackberries home, store them in the refrigerator in their original packaging to maximize freshness. Right before enjoying, rinse the berries in a colander (or even their original carton) before patting them dry. 

### Did you know?

We strive to protect the land on which we grow our berries. We implement [sustainable growing practices](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/sustainably-grown-berries-with-earths-future-in-mind), which include building and maintaining healthy soil, water management, minimizing pollution, and promoting biodiversity.

## What To Make With Blackberries

[Zucchini and Blackberry Muffins](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/zucchini-blackberry-muffin)

<https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/zucchini-blackberry-muffin>

Chopped fresh blackberries and shredded zucchini make these muffins a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins. Enjoy these [Zucchini and Blackberry Muffins](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/zucchini-blackberry-muffin) as a nutrient-packed breakfast or as a convenient and portable snack!

[Blackberry Marinated Wild Boar with Pickled Berry Salad](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/blackberry-marinated-wild-boar-with-pickled-berry-salad)

<https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/blackberry-marinated-wild-boar-with-pickled-berry-salad>

Vibrant blackberry flavors combine with fragrant ginger to create this berry delicious wild boar marinade. Microgreens and basil add an earthy flavor to this unique savory and sweet pork dish. <https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/blackberry-marinated-wild-boar-with-pickled-berry-salad>

[Blackberry Avocado Chicken Salad](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/blackberry-avocado-chicken-salad)<https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/blackberry-avocado-chicken-salad>

Prepare this [Blackberry Avocado Chicken Salad](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/blackberry-avocado-chicken-salad)for meals to last you the whole week! Blackberries bring pops of flavor and nutrients while avocado adds healthy fats to keep you satisfied for hours.

 

*Which blackberry tip did you find the most helpful? Let us know below!*

 

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