Red Grapefruit
Grapefruit is similar in shape to a Valencia orange. The pebbled skin will range from a bright yellow to an orange–yellow color. Grapefruits have a fairly thick rind and segmented flesh. Grapefruits will range from red sweeter varieties (Rio & Starr Rubies) in the winter to pale “pink” (more sour) varieties in the summer (Marsh)

Storage
» Store immediately in the warmest part of the walk-in cooler.
» Store in the original sealed carton and off of the floor to help prevent dampening of boxes from the condensation of moisture in the room.
» Store grapefruits away from foods that readily absorb odors.
» To prevent the spread of mold, remove moldy fruit immediately from the case.

Handling
» Follow good rotation practices, first shipments received should be used first.
» Do not drop, grapefruits will bruise easily.
» Expect to rotate grapefruits within 5 days of delivery.
» Never “refill” or reuse citrus cartons.
» Avoid placing the case or raw product on non-sanitized kitchen counter tops to help prevent the potential for cross contamination.

Preparation
» Prepare as needed. Try not to use product from the previous day.
» Wash thoroughly in whole form before cutting.
» Always use clean and sanitized cutting equipment.
» For maximum juice yield, allow fruit to reach room temperature before squeezing.
» Store prepped product immediately into refrigeration (covered) upon completion of the prep to minimize browning and dehydration.