Blood orange
Oranges · 橙 · 柑
Blood orange in October (this month)
No fresh crop this month
Not usually on shelves this month.
Red flesh with berry notes. Colour depends on cold nights.
- Look for
- Orange skin with a red blush.
- Best for
- Juice, desserts, salads
ItalyAustralia
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Skip this month (2)
IT
ItalySicily
Off seasonBlood orange grown in Italy
Not shipping now
AU
AustraliaRiverland, Murray Valley
Off seasonBlood orange grown in Australia
Not shipping now
Other oranges varieties
Common questions
- When is Blood orange oranges in season in Singapore?
- Italy: Jan–Mar; Australia: Jul–Aug. Fresh-crop months by origin.
- Which country's Blood orange is best in October?
- Blood orange is not usually on shelves in October.
- How do I pick a ripe oranges?
- Weight: Heavy for its size means juicy. Feel: Firm with a little give. Skip soft or spongy ones. Skin: Fine-textured. Green patches are harmless. Smell: Fragrant at the stem end.
- How should I store oranges?
- Counter or fridge. Lasts 1 week out, 2–3 weeks chilled. Store loose rather than in a sealed bag. Mandarins dry out faster than oranges.