FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Being experts in the Pomegranate arena is no easy task. We rely on our highly skilled and knowledgable team to make sure we are among the top leaders of our industry. We also get asked some questions from our wonderful customers regularly. Below are just a few of the questions we are happy to answer!
What is an aril?
Aril is simply another word used to describe a pomegranate seed.
What makes Juicy Gems Pomegranate Arils special?
Juicy Gems are all-natural, no sugar added – just 100% fruit.
Where can I find Juicy Gems?
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Can I find your products year-round?
Yes! Our Juicy Gems Frozen Pomegranate Arils are grown in the heart of California’s San Joaquin Valley and are available year-round. Our Juicy Gems Fresh Pomegranate Arils are also grown in the San Joaquin Valley in California for our domestic season (September through March). Our import season for Juicy Gems Fresh Pomegranate Arils runs from March to September.
Can I freeze Juicy Gems Fresh Pomegranate Arils?
Yes! The key is to make sure the pomegranate arils are laid in a single layer on paper towels to completely remove any juice. Juice will cause the arils to be mushy when frozen. Add the arils to a freezer bag and seal.
Do you have any recipe recommendations?
Glad you asked – of course we do! Click here
What are the health benefits of pomegranates?
The list is long! Click here to learn more.
Do you use any chemicals on your fresh pomegranate arils?
No. Juicy Gems are all-natural, no sugar added – just 100% fruit.
I forgot I had Juicy Gems Fresh Pomegranate Arils in my refrigerator, and they are past the expiration date. Are they ok to eat?
We always suggest smelling the fruit before eating to see if the natural fermentation process has started. If you smell alcohol, that is the first clue that the fermentation process has begun. Our next suggestion, make pomegranate sangria! Now it’s a fiesta! Ole!
What can I do if my fresh pomegranate arils didn’t make it to the best by date?
This does happen on occasion – it is fruit, and that means it is sensitive like berries, avocados, etc. Just like noted above, we always suggest smelling the fruit before eating to see if the natural fermentation process has started. If you smell alcohol, that is the first clue that the fermentation process has begun. Our next suggestion, make pomegranate sangria! Now it’s a fiesta! Ole!
You can also return your product back to your store of purchase to ask for a refund.