Scotty Brand fruit will be on shelves while stocks last
The first Scottish-grown golden raspberries will be hitting Asda shelves when the rare summer fruit goes on sale in selected stores this weekend.
The premium golden berries are said to have a delicate texture, in addition to the distinctive yellow hue that sets them apart from their red cousins. They will be available for a limited time in Asda while crop lasts.
Asda said it worked with grower Bruce Farms and supplier Scotty Brand to bring the unique variety to market, with a limited volume of special-release punnets available.
Geoff Bruce, director at fourth-generation Perthshire grower Bruce Farms, said: “The golden raspberries have been a real passion project for us and it’s exciting to be at the forefront of introducing something new to the Scottish soft-fruit sector.
“As growers, we’re always looking at ways to innovate and explore different varieties that not only thrive in our climate but also offer a unique selling point for customers. Our product development team sourced the rare ‘All Gold’ raspberries, and we are pleased to let consumers try them for the first time, however they will need to be quick as the crop is limited.
“It’s been incredibly rewarding to see them being grown successfully here in Perthshire’s rich farmland and building on our family’s 125-year legacy of farming and commitment to quality.”
Stevie McLaughlin, head chef at the two Michelin-starred Restaurant Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles, has been incorporating the golden raspberries into his fine dining desserts, but says the fruit will work just as well in a simple home recipe.
“For me, it’s always about flavour, and these golden raspberries truly delivered – a delicate understated tartness, balanced with a nice hit of Scottish earthiness,” he said. [They are] perfect for a fine dining summer dessert, or equally in a simple fruit salad at home.”
Ashley Connolly, Asda Scotland local buying manager, said: “It’s exciting that Asda customers will be the first to be able to buy these limited-edition golden raspberries. Our partnership with Scotty Brand has continued to go from strength to strength, and by bringing this new product innovation to life is a credit to both the farm and supplier.
“Getting the product into Asda stores this quickly also highlights our ongoing commitment to supporting local growers as well as offering customers something new, fresh, seasonal and unique.”
