Flavor, crunch, and more flavor! The Black Pearl cherry is a large, firm, and elegant cherry with deep, dark red skin with sweet, juicy flesh. The rich, complex flavor is often described as having notes of cherry, plum, and blackberry. It has a high sugar content, rich in antioxidants, and is ideal for eating fresh, yet also amazing for cooking and baking. The fruit has a long shelf life and stores very well for several weeks after harvest.