Grades:

• Grade A – This is the highest quality grade of dried raspberry, with a uniform size, shape, and color. They are also free from defects and have a sweet taste.
• Grade B – This grade of dried raspberry may have some minor defects such as discoloration or uneven sizes, but they are still suitable for use in baking and cooking.

Varieties:

• Whole Dried Raspberries – These are whole raspberries that have been dried to remove their moisture. They are typically the highest quality and most expensive grade of dried raspberries, with a bright red color and a slightly tart, sweet flavor. known as Corinthian raisins or simply currants. They are small, seedless, and have a sweet and tangy flavor.
• Crumbles– These are broken pieces of dried raspberries that are smaller than whole raspberries. They are often less expensive than whole raspberries, and are commonly used as an ingredient in baked goods, granola’s, and trail mixes.
• Powder – This is a finely ground powder made from dried raspberries. It can be used as a natural coloring and flavoring agent in various food applications, such as smoothies, yogurt, and desserts.

In terms of varieties, there are a few types of raspberries that are commonly dried, including:
• Red Raspberries– TThese are the most common type of raspberry used for drying. They have a sweet and tart flavor and a bright red color.
• Golden Raspberries These raspberries have a unique golden color and a slightly sweeter taste than red raspberries.
• Black Raspberries – These raspberries have a deeper, more complex flavor than red or golden raspberries, with a slightly tart taste and a hint of sweetness. They also have a deep purple color when dried.