- Best for
- 🍶 Umeshu 🥤 Ume syrup
- Fruit size
- Medium to large
- Season
- Late May to early June (early season)
- Main regions
- Wakayama
Features
Glossy, deep-green skin and firm flesh. It arrives early in the season and is available only briefly.
Best uses
- Umeshu: crisp acidity and aroma.
- Syrup: keeps the fresh flavour of green ume.
Choosing
It sells early, so look for it (or pre-order) from late May.
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