Look for:
cranberries that are shiny, plump and firm to the touch.
Avoid:
cranberries that are shriveled or have brown spots.
Seasonality: Fall and winter
Storing Cranberries
Refrigerate fresh cranberries in a plastic bag for up to 2 months. Refrigerate cooked cranberries in a covered container for up to a month. Freeze clean, whole berries in an airtight bag for up to 1 year.
Preparing Cranberries
Cranberries are rarely eaten raw as they are quite hard and tart.