π« CHOCOLATE TOMATO VARIETIES: ADVANTAGES, FEATURES, WHERE TO BUY.
Chocolate tomatoes are a real gem for connoisseurs of rare and unusual varieties. Their deep brown-burgundy or chocolate-black shade gives dishes an impressive look, and the taste pleasantly surprises with complex notes of sweetness, fruit, and a hint of smokiness.
These varieties are valued not only for their unusual color but also for their rich aroma, high content of anthocyanins, and impressive yield. Chocolate tomatoes are great in fresh salads, sandwiches, for roasting, and for creative homemade preserves.
β WHY CHOCOLATE TOMATOES ARE GOOD
- π« Unusual color and impressive presentation. The chocolate shade of the skin makes them a true decoration for your table and dishes.
- π― Deep flavor. Most often — sweet, with wine, fruity, or smoky notes.
- πΏ Anthocyanins and antioxidants. The dark color is associated with a high content of beneficial substances that help strengthen immunity.
- π± Variety of shapes and sizes. There are large beefsteaks, heart-shaped fruits, ribbed heirlooms, and even chocolate cherry tomatoes.
π« BEST CHOCOLATE VARIETIES
Here’s a selection of proven chocolate tomatoes from around the world — for your collection and a rich, beautiful harvest:
- Black Krim. A legendary variety with a rich dark chocolate color and slightly salty taste. Fruits up to 300–500β―g, meaty and very juicy. A great choice for salads.
- Chocolate Stripes. Chocolate-brown fruits with green stripes, weighing up to 200–400β―g. The taste is sweet, complex, with fruity notes. One of the most beautiful striped tomatoes.
- Cherokee Chocolate. A rare heirloom variety, related to Cherokee Purple. Fruits up to 300–400β―g with dense dark flesh and a rich sweet flavor with light spicy notes.
- Paul Robeson. A well-known variety with a deep brown-red color, fruits up to 200–300β―g. The taste is harmonious, sweet and tangy, with smoky notes. Perfect for gourmets.
- Chocolate Cherry. One of the most beloved chocolate cherry tomatoes. Small fruits weighing 15–25β―g grow in long clusters. The flavor is rich, sweet, with a caramel note.
- Indian Stripe. A beautiful variety with chocolate stripes and a delicate sweet taste. Fruits are heart-shaped or slightly flattened, weighing up to 200–300β―g. Great for fresh eating.
- Japanese Black Trifele. Pear-shaped fruits weighing up to 100–200β―g. The skin is dark brown with a green tint, the flesh is dense and sweet. Excellent for salads and canning.
- Black Prince. An unpretentious and reliable variety. Fruits up to 100–200β―g, dark red with a chocolate hue. Juicy, sweet, very aromatic.
- Carbon. Large fruits up to 300–400β―g, deep chocolate color with a burgundy tint. The flesh is sugary, almost without acidity. Perfect for fresh eating.
- Brad's Black Heart. Heart-shaped fruits weighing 250–400β―g. The intense dark color and rich sweet taste make this variety a true gem of any collection.
π WHERE TO BUY CHOCOLATE TOMATOES
Chocolate varieties are often found only from collectors and in specialized catalogs. To be sure of seed quality, choose trusted sellers who grow these rarities themselves and share their own experience.
In our KING catalog, you will find some of the best chocolate varieties — from classics like Black Krim to striped and heart-shaped rarities. Every seed is tested in our greenhouses so your harvest will be not only delicious but also impressively beautiful!
π± Choose your perfect chocolate tomatoes — and delight your loved ones with an unusual taste and a bountiful harvest! π«β¨
