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red currant
noun
: either of two Old World currants (Ribes sativum and R. rubrum) often cultivated for their fruit
also
: the fruit
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Dusky aromas of sawdust and black pepper, red currants and brownies.
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Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
From behind the bar, staffer Chris opines that the notes of red currant, cabernet sauvignon and maraschino cherry should hold up well in a cold pour-over ($13).
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2025
Consider spoon or red currant tomatoes, about the size of peas, two dozen of which can comfortably nestle on a tablespoon.
—Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 6 Feb. 2025
Its tart cherry, red currant, and raspberry flavors are complemented by subtle earthiness and a touch of sweet spice.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
From behind the bar, staffer Chris opines that the notes of red currant, cabernet sauvignon and maraschino cherry should hold up well in a cold pour-over ($13).
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2025
Consider spoon or red currant tomatoes, about the size of peas, two dozen of which can comfortably nestle on a tablespoon.
—Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 6 Feb. 2025
Its tart cherry, red currant, and raspberry flavors are complemented by subtle earthiness and a touch of sweet spice.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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“Red currant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red%20currant. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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