Ever had a Sumo orange? Sold In specialty stores at dizzying prices, these are considered the Honeycrisp, or maybe the Black Truffle, or maybe the Black Diamond, of citrus. They're freaking good. The Absolute Best of Citrus. Now, we can't sell you Sumo oranges, the name is trademarked. But.... Shiranui orange is a very special variety of citrus that many consider the absolute best. The flavor is sweet and unique, not mimicked by any other. Flesh is very juicy and seems to almost melt in your mouth, making consumption a real pleasure too. Seeds are few to none, and they peel really easily. Also, some aging can even enhance qualities so consider leaving them at room temperature for several days prior to consumption or refrigeration. What do they say, if it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck... If any of you have enjoyed the Franklin Citrus we carry every fall, you know how tasty they have been. Nothing like the stale, green flavor of store citrus. That's because Franklin Citrus is harvested ripe and never waxed or gassed! 🌟 Special Pre-Order: Be sure to reserve yours today for pickup at the farm only. Quantities are limited, so don’t miss your chance to savor this premium citrus! Sourced from Franklin Citrus in Georgia: While not organic, they are low-spray and IPM. More info on them here. Preorder item: Farmer Bill says they will ripen over Thanksgiving and ship our way the first week of December. We will update you when they arrive via email! 1/2 bushel (approx 20 lbs) box, or 1/4 bushel (approx 10 lb) box. Citrus can store up to 3-4 weeks if stored in a cold refrigerator.
