Frozen Mixed Berries IQF Bag 1 kg (Case 8 kg)

IQF Frozen Mixed Berries: forest fruits ready all year round

IQF frozen mixed berries are a selection of blackberries, raspberries, blueberries and currants, individually quick-frozen at -18 C in a resealable 1 kg bag (case of 8 bags, 8 kg). The Individual Quick Freezing process freezes each berry on its own, so the fruit stays loose instead of forming a solid block: you take only what you need and reseal the rest. This format gives professional kitchens consistent quality and forest fruit availability every day of the year, independent of the harvest season.

What mixed berries are

Mixed berries (frutti di bosco) are the small wild and cultivated fruits traditionally gathered in woodlands and undergrowth: blackberries, raspberries, blueberries and currants. Used for centuries in jams, syrups and country desserts, today they are a cornerstone of modern pastry and gelato. Quick-freezing captures them at peak ripeness and locks in colour, aroma and the polyphenols typical of red and black berries.

The IQF technique

With Individual Quick Freezing each berry passes through a blast of cold air on a continuous belt and freezes in a few minutes. The tiny ice crystals that form do not break the cell walls, so on thawing the fruit keeps its shape and releases far less juice than slow-frozen berries. The result is a free-flowing product that does not clump, easy to portion gram by gram.

Sensory profile

The blend balances the sweetness of blueberries, the acidity of currants, the aromatic intensity of raspberries and the structure of blackberries. Deep red and purple-black colours, clean fruity aroma and a juicy texture once thawed: ideal for both visual garnish and the base of creams and coulis.

Technical specifications

Net weight 1 kg per bag, case of 8 bags (8 kg). Storage at a constant -18 C. Ingredients: blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, currants. Once thawed do not refreeze and consume within 24 hours. Rinse and, where required, cook before consumption.

Professional uses

Coulis: thaw, blend and sieve the berries with a little sugar for plating sauces. Cheesecake and tarts: use straight from frozen on the surface, they release colour during baking. Gelato and sorbet: a clean, season-free base for red-fruit gelato and sorbet. Mousses and semifreddi: fold the puree into whipped cream or mascarpone. Garnish: scatter still slightly frozen over panna cotta, yoghurt and bavarois for an instant fresh-fruit effect.

Pairings

Mixed berries pair naturally with mascarpone and fresh cream for spoon desserts, with white and dark chocolate, with vanilla and citrus zest. In gelato they work alongside yoghurt and pistachio bases; in pastry with shortcrust and sponge. Cross-link them in your menu with the LAPA range of mascarpone, UHT cream and gelato bases.

Delivery and logistics

B2B and B2C delivery throughout Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). Cold chain at -18 C guaranteed by the LAPA fleet across Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, Aargau, St. Gallen, Lucerne, Zug and Basel. For Ticino (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Vevey, Sion), Valais and mountain regions (Davos, St. Moritz, Chur) delivery within 24-48 hours via certified food-grade couriers (Swiss Post Frigo-Express, Planzer, Galliker, Camion Transport) with isothermal packaging and dry ice. Service tailored for restaurants, pizzerias, gelato shops, pastry labs, hotels, delicatessens, Italian grocery stores and private customers passionate about Italian cuisine.

Who it is for

Designed for pastry labs, gelato shops, hotels, restaurants, caterers and bars that need a constant supply of red and forest fruits with stable quality, controlled food cost and no seasonal limits. The resealable bag and 8 kg case make it equally suited to small daily use and high-volume production.