This is a pretty common complaint—er, observation—among thornless blackberry growers. The taste is typically not pleasing, unless the berries are “dead ripe,” at the peak of ripeness (think falling off the cane into your hands). Do you know which variety you have? According to some growers, ‘Osage’ is “superior” tasting compared to other thornless varieties, including ‘Kiowa’ which has been described as good, if dead ripe. You’re lucky to have another berry patch! Perhaps you could combine some from each into your pies and “hide” the taste?? We hope this helps!
This is a pretty common complaint—er, observation—among thornless blackberry growers. The taste is typically not pleasing, unless the berries are “dead ripe,” at the peak of ripeness (think falling off the cane into your hands). Do you know which variety you have? According to some growers, ‘Osage’ is “superior” tasting compared to other thornless varieties, including ‘Kiowa’ which has been described as good, if dead ripe. You’re lucky to have another berry patch! Perhaps you could combine some from each into your pies and “hide” the taste?? We hope this helps!