How to Select the fresh pecans Georgia  

Georgia is known for its beautiful landscapes and delicious food. The fresh pecans of Georgia, however, stand out from all the rest. But how do you find fresh-shelled Georgia pecans?

The freshness of pecans pretty much depends upon the process from the harvesting site, where everything is managed. There are many price points for pecans, but in many cases, the price reflects the quality. When it comes to nuts, you get what you pay for. A certification process is also conducted every year for the best Georgia pecan growers.

However, there can be a lot of confusion when it comes to picking out fresh pecans Georgia. In addition to the many different varieties, there are also many different sizes of pecans available in the market. 

Pecans that are fresh and raw have a much more distinctive flavor than those that come from a can. The basic thumb rule to determine the freshest pecans is you should look for a light, bright color. The color of the pecan may indicate either the pecan is old or it has not been stored correctly, causing it to become rancid.

Checklist for what to look for:

• There are many different sections of a supermarket where pecans can be found, including the baking aisle, the produce section, and the snack aisle with other nuts. 
• You must visit the market during pecan harvest and the holiday season which is from October to December. 
• This time grocery stores are specially stocked with them. In spite of this, pecans are readily available all year round.

Types of Pecans

Pecans come in over 1,000 varieties, but most of the pecans grown in the United States are from a few dozen varieties. Pecan varieties or cultivars are often named after Native American tribes, such as Wichita, Cheyenne, Sioux, and Apache, to honor the pecan's history as an indigenous nut.

Pecans can be found shelled or unshelled, as with most nuts. There are shelled pecans available in halves or pieces, raw or roasted (oil- or dry-roasted), salted or unsalted. 

There are also glazed and flavored varieties of pecans available in bags, single-serve pouches, and resealable containers. You can also find a number of pecan-based products available, such as pecan oil, pecan butter, pecan milk, and pecan meal.

Pecans packaged in shells should be labeled with a freshness date. Kernels should be plump, golden brown, and uniform in size if you can see them.

Moreover, native pecan trees grow naturally in groves near rivers and creeks, known as wild or native pecans. In contrast to newer varieties or cultivars of pecans that have been planted in orchards, wild pecans account for about 30 percent of the U.S. pecan crop. There are some brands that specify "native" or "wild-harvested." Wild pecans can be found in some retail outlets and ordered online.

The variety of pecan you buy won't appear on the package label, but you'll notice the size and color differences, which are the main differences among shelled pecans. These pecans can range from golden brown to amber in color.

Buying and storing:

You can buy pecans in many different forms, including vacuum-packed jars, sealed plastic bags, cans, or whole in the shell. The freshest and most flavorful pecans are those that are whole in the shell. Look for nuts that are heavy for their size and do not rattle when shaken when choosing whole unshelled pecans. The shells shouldn't have any cracks or holes.

Fresh-shelled Georgia pecans absorb odors and turn rancid quickly. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 6 months in a sealed container.

Pecans without shells can be stored at room temperature for three months or frozen for up to one year in moisture-vapor-proof bags or plastic containers.

In moisture-vapor-proof bags, freezer jars, or plastic containers, shelled or cracked pecans can be frozen. 

You can find fresh-shelled Georgia pecans on Mascotpecans. We sell Chocolate Covered Pecans, Caramel pecan, Clusters Glazed pecan, and much more.