Texas Rio Red Grapefruit Growers and Packers

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Want to know why we’re called

Winter Sweetz?

Well, the Texas Rio red grapefruit season runs from October to March, with peak sweetness from November to February. And that’s what makes our Texas Rio red grapefruits so delicious!

Grapefruits 101

Fun fact time! Grapefruit, with the scientific name citrus paradisi, is a hybrid of a pomelo and a sweet orange, giving grapefruit its characteristic sweet-tart flavor.  You can spot Rio red grapefruit with their orange-yellow skin and dark red flesh. Other grapefruit varieties include both pink and white grapefruit, but Rio reds are our favorite. And, we aren’t the only ones! Lots of people love grapefruit; in fact, it’s the state fruit for all of Texas! Florida and California are other major grapefruit-producing states, but nothing beats the special weather and soil here in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas.

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Growing Happy Grapefruit Trees

Why So Sweet?

For starters, ripening during winter when temperatures drop means our tasty fruit grows sweeter than other grapefruits. Our bright colors, juicy segmentz, perfect plumpness, and delightful aroma are sure to satisfy your grapefruit cravings. So enjoy some delectable Winter Sweetz™ Texas red grapefruits today and find out why everyone is calling us the grapefruit revolution.

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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Which Grapefruits Are The Sweetest?

If you’re a fan of Rio red grapefruit, you already know that these fruits are especially sweet for grapefruit, but is it actually the sweetest kind? Well, yeah! We plant our Winter Sweetz grapefruit trees in rich soil and allow our fruit to ripen in Texas’ windy winter weather, ensuring our fruits have the sweetest, tangiest flavor around!

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What Makes Texas Fruit So Special?

As Texas grapefruit growers, we love grapefruits of all shapes and sizes, but Texas red grapefruit is by far our favorite, and there’s no big mystery as to why. Our fruits ripen in the fantastically rich Texas soil and subtropical climate, perfect for citrus trees. With full sun and well-draining soil, it’s no wonder our grapefruit trees are so happy! Each Winter Sweetz Rio red grapefruit tree is carefully maintained all year round to ensure the sweetest, juiciest fruit!

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Stay On Top of the Season

When Are Winter Sweetz Grapefruit In Stock?

Our season runs from late fall to early spring. If you find yourself in a month between October and April, then you’re in luck! Our grapefruit is likely to be in stock. Otherwise, the season may be over, but our love for grapefruit is evergreen! Citrus lovers can make sure they’re the first to know when we’re back in stock by signing up for our newsletter.

Even More Reasons to Love Grapefruit

Our Rio red grapefruit aren’t just delicious and fresh. Eating grapefruit also comes with all kinds of health benefits! Grapefruits are packed full of nutrients like vitamin C and citric acid that are great for your immune system and overall well-being, and they make the perfect addition to a healthy diet. Whether you eat them plain or squeeze out some delicious juice, your body will be happy when you enjoy Rio red grapefruits.

Coming into peak ripeness and fruit production in December, Rio red grapefruits make the perfect gift for the holiday season, a tasty splash of juicy goodness for your favorite holiday cocktails, or a delicious addition to your cooking classics. Create lasting memories and amazing times together with Rio red grapefruit.

If you aren’t a fan of grapefruits’ acidic bitterness, don’t worry! Rio red grapefruit are the sweetest on the market, and there are plenty of ways to make them taste even sweeter! You can toss them in some yogurt with honey for an unbeatable breakfast, or mix things up by adding a pinch of salt to plain fruit. It might sound out there, but we promise, it enhances the fruit's sugary goodness!

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Your Next Sale? Winter Sweetz

During our season, Winter Sweetz is proud to partner with local and national retailers to bring our delicious Rio red grapefruit to citrus lovers around the country. Winter Sweetz fruits are enjoyed by shoppers of all ages, and many Winter Sweetz shoppers buy fresh, ripe fruit once per week. If you’re looking for an excellent new product to add to your produce section or menu, get in touch with the team at Winter Sweetz today to learn more.

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