Getting to know the berry
What is camerise in English?
A few names can lead you to the same delicious discovery.
Camerise and haskap
In Quebec, the French word camerise refers to the berry we call haskap in English. The shrub belongs to the species Lonicera caerulea. At Camerise St-Gabriel, you will see the French name in our brand and the English name on our English pages.
Why do I also see “honeyberry”?
Honeyberry and blue honeysuckle are other names you may encounter for these berries and plants. Common names vary between regions and nurseries. When buying a plant, check its botanical name and cultivar instead of relying only on the common name.
The name is not a promise of one particular flavour. Our flavour guide explains how varieties and ripeness affect the fruit.
Is haskap a blueberry?
No. They are different fruits. Haskap berries often have an elongated shape and purple flesh. Compare haskap berries and blueberries.
Discover camerises in Quebec
We grow haskap berries without pesticides or herbicides in Saint-Gabriel-de-Brandon, in the mountains of northern Lanaudière. Discover ways to enjoy them, or plan a visit during the picking season.