Grape Terms
Bloom — Table grapes are often covered with natural bloom, which is a delicate white substance common to many soft fruits. The bloom protects the grape from moisture loss and decay. Bloom is sometimes mistakenly thought of as dust.
Amber — A special characteristic of Thompson Seedless grapes is the quality known as amber. Sometimes, this normally bright-green grape has a golden-yellow hue. That honey color means the grapes have been left to ripen longer and, as a result, the grapes are particularly sweet and juicy. Although some people might think that amber color means something's wrong with the grapes, it is, in fact, a special quality, prized by knowledgeable grape lovers.
