Arancebio's organic bergamotis the most fragrant fresh citrus fruit of winter, grown in Sicilyand hand-picked to order. In this collection, you can buy fresh organic bergamotin a box, shipped freshly picked throughout Italy: the same citrus fruit, a staple of Reggio Calabria's tradition, with an edible peelbecause it is grown without chemical treatments after harvesting.

• 100% certified organic— no chemical treatments post-harvest
• Grown in Sicily— direct supply chain from producer to your table
• Picked to order— shipped freshly picked for maximum freshness
• Edible peel— perfect for zest, juice, and recipes

What is bergamot?

Bergamot (Citrus × bergamia) is a citrus fruit of the Rutaceae family, slightly larger than an orange and slightly smaller than a grapefruit, with an intense yellow color and a smooth, thin, and highly fragrant peel. It is one of the citrus fruits richest in essential oils: its unmistakable aroma — fresh, citrusy, and slightly bitter — is the same one that fragrances Earl Grey tea and the most famous colognes.

Where does Arancebio's bergamot come from?

Our bergamot is grown in Sicily, in our organic citrus groves, and hand-picked at the height of the season. Historically, bergamot is linked to the Ionian coast of Reggio Calabria, which produces about 80% of it worldwide: we uphold the same artisanal care on the Sicilian side, offering you a fresh organic bergamotfrom a short, traceable, and Category I supply chain. It is a fruit intended to be consumed fresh, not just processed into essence.

When is fresh bergamot season?

Bergamot season runs from November to March. During these months, we pick it only after receiving your order, so the fruit leaves freshly picked and arrives still firm and fragrant. We ship at the beginning of the week (Monday and Tuesday) to avoid stops in depots during the weekend and ensure maximum freshness.

What does bergamot taste like and how is it eaten?

Bergamot has an aromatic and slightly bittertaste, more intense and acidic than an orange: it is rarely eaten in segments on its own, but it is extraordinary in cooking. You can squeeze its juice(a few drops flavor water, tea, and herbal teas), grate its zestover desserts, first and second courses, add it in slices to tea instead of lemon, or use it for jams, candied fruit, sorbets, and cocktails. Thanks to organic certification, the peel can be used without problems.

Why choose organic bergamot?

Choosing organic bergamotmeans being able to use even the most precious part of the fruit: the peel. In bergamot, the zest is rich in essential oils and is the most used part in cooking, so organic quality — without waxes or chemical treatments post-harvest— makes a real difference. Added to this are the direct supply chain(from our citrus grove to your home, without intermediaries) and picking to order, which ensures you a freshly picked fruit and not one stored for weeks.

Bergamot and well-being

Bergamot has always been appreciated for its content of vitamin C, flavonoids, and polyphenols typical of citrus fruits. If you want to learn more about its properties, nutritional values, and the best ways to consume it, read our complete guide: Benefits of bergamot: what they are and why to eat it. The information is for informational purposes only and does not replace the advice of a doctor or nutritionist.

Frequently asked questions about bergamot

Is Arancebio's bergamot Sicilian or Calabrian?

Our bergamot is grown in Sicilyin our organic citrus groves. It belongs to the same species (Citrus × bergamia) as the famous bergamot of Reggio Calabria, with which it shares aroma and characteristics, but it is of Sicilian production and a direct supply chain.

How is bergamot eaten? Can it be eaten raw?

Bergamot is rarely eaten in segments like an orange because it is slightly bitter. It is mainly used juiced(the juice, in small quantities, flavors water, tea, and herbal teas) and for grated zestin sweet and savory dishes. It is also excellent in jams, candied fruit, and cocktails.

What does bergamot taste like?

It has an intense fragrance and a citrusy, fresh, and slightly bittertaste, more acidic than an orange and more aromatic than a lemon. It is precisely this aroma that makes it unique in cooking and perfumery.

When is bergamot harvested?

The fresh bergamot harvest runs from November to March. We harvest to order and ship freshly picked, so you receive the fruit at its freshest.

Can the bergamot peel be used?

Yes. Being organic and without post-harvest chemical treatments, the peel can be grated and used in cooking. The zest is, in fact, the most fragrant and essential oil-rich part of the fruit.

How much does bergamot cost per kg?

The price of fresh bergamot varies according to the size of the box: you can find the updated cost per kgdirectly on the product pages on this page. By purchasing from the producer, you avoid distribution markups.

How is fresh bergamot shipped?

We ship throughout Italy with express courier, at the beginning of the week(Monday and Tuesday) to avoid stops in the warehouse over the weekend. We harvest based on orders, so the citrus fruits leave freshly picked.

Discover Arancebio's other organic citrus fruits: organic lemons, organic oranges, and all seasonal citrus fruits.