Cherries arrived in perfect condition 👌Used for gifts and recieved hugh great feed back on taste. Packaging was good for marketing the cherries zero footprint. Freight company could have been a bit... See more
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Nice fat juicy cherries. What would have made them better is if they were fresher. Picked on a Tuesday and finally delivered on Friday. Fears of them being kept warm in some courier van were realised.... See more
The cherries were the best I have ever eaten. Large size, delicious, perfectly ripe. I registered to request them on a certain day is I have with purchases from other growers. However, I understan... See more
The cherries were the best we have ever had. They were packed well and arrived undamaged. Good communication from this company all the way through our dealings
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Forest Lodge Orchard is a pioneering cherry orchard located in the picturesque region of Central Otago, New Zealand. Committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, the orchard operates entirely on electric energy, utilising zero fossil fuels in the cultivation of their cherries. This innovative approach saves up to 400 kilograms of carbon emissions with each harvest, positioning Forest Lodge Orchard as the producer of the world's first 100% electric-grown food. The orchard is renowned for its large, export-grade red cherries, which are cultivated for maximum flavour and quality. By combining eco-friendly practices with traditional horticulture, they deliver a product that is not only delicious but also kind to the planet. Their commitment to sustainability extends to community involvement; families are invited to join their journey by adopting a cherry tree. This programme allows participants to contribute to sustainable agriculture and enjoy the fruits of their very own tree. Founded by two visionary families aiming to revolutionise food production in New Zealand, Forest Lodge Orchard has garnered attention from various media outlets for their groundbreaking methods. Their electric cherries symbolise a larger movement towards responsible and sustainable food production, setting new standards in the agricultural industry. Through innovation and a dedication to the environment, Forest Lodge Orchard exemplifies how sustainable practices can yield exceptional products for consumers worldwide.
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90 Rush Lane, 9383, Mount Pisa, New Zealand
- 02102005088
- cherries@forestlodge.nz
- nz0.com
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Biggest cherries ever!
Thanks guys for the biggest cherries I've ever eaten! Great flavour and very fresh - export quality available locally. Nice work going all-electric!
10 January 2023
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Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Phil! Appreciate your feedback.
The cherries were great
The cherries were great, the taste was fabulous, they were so fresh. The only thing wrong was the package was damaged which was not your fault, but all good a few were split but I ate them straight away. Thanks for such a great product.
19 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks again for bringing that to our attention Maria concerning the packaging. We've noted that and are looking at ways to mitigate that further in the future as it obviously affects the cherries and their quality which is paramount. Thanks once again for your review and support.
Best cherries I've tasted
6 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thank you Rosaria. Appreciate your review.
Cherries with zero carbon
Cherries with zero carbon! They tasted even better knowing they don’t harm our beautiful planet.
9 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Lou, it's all about zero fossil fuels and a product that exceeds all others in taste, quality and crunch - definitely able to have both as we're trying to showcase!
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Derek, amazing to hear!
A great low emissions initiative and…
A great low emissions initiative and the cherries were delicious too.
7 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Paul. Wonderful to have your support.
Delivery
They rectified the problem that happened with the courier company delivering my order to the wrong address
1 February 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Jan, and apologies again for the delivery issues.
These cherries were definitely the best…
These cherries were definitely the best we had ever had. So delicious! Loved the personal delivery via EV too. We ordered two more boxes of the late harvest and will definitely buy again.
29 December 2022
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Ranui, we're so happy you enjoyed our cherries and have loved your support along the whole journey!
The cherries were incredible!
The cherries were incredible! It was so good to pre-purchase in winter and have them arrive after Xmas when I couldn't have as easily afforded them. The customer service was exceptional - I love that you text replied to my online query and you were super helpful :-)
10 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks so much Ashleigh! We're really delighted to hear you enjoyed the cherries and had kind words about the customer service as well. Thanks for your wonderful support.
Cherries are excellent
Cherries are excellent. As described. Large and crunchy. Would have been good to get a dispatch notice though.
25 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Amar. Apologies you didn't receive a dispatch notice, we'll definitely look to remedy that for future harvests. Thanks again for your support.
Very impressed
Very impressed, the cherries was big n juicy,top quality. The delivery was quick. Will buy again!!
17 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Jaypee! Glad you enjoyed them, thanks again for your support.
Cherries 🍒 of great quality and size
Cherries 🍒 of great quality arrived, so much better than what turns up in Supermarkets. The product arrived in tip top condition in a good sized box.
Only minor issue was we had planned to have these at Christmas but they arrived about two weeks later.
5 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Hi Stephen, thanks for your feedback. We've noted the comments around timeline and will try to be a bit clearer about this in future. Unfortunately due to the milder than expected weather the cherries took a bit longer to be at peak quality than we anticipated. We'll ensure our messaging is clearer next season. Thanks again for your support.
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thank you Lisa. Really appreciate your support.
Best Cherries I have ever tasted.
Best Cherries I have ever tasted.
And also good to know they are helping the environment with zero fossil fuels
23 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Ruth!
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Karen. Thanks for the comments around both the cherries, and the communications.
Great Communication and the cherries…
Great Communication and the cherries were perfect fat and juicy.
9 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Dale. Appreciate the note around communications as well.
Absolutely delicious
The biggest, most delicious and flavoursome cherries I’ve ever had!
8 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks for the kind words Katie. And thank you for your support!
Easy to buy
Easy to buy, easy to receive, easy to eat, the only problem is we cant get them fresh all year round! the cherries are massive and perfect. They are definitely the best iv had.
8 January 2023
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Jasper, really appreciated your support and orders.
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Marty!
The best cherries ever…
These were the best cherries I’ve ever had. Plump and so tasty. Personally delivered with a big smile and now I know why - YUM
They lasted well (I ordered 5 boxes) and not one bad one amongst them.
31 December 2022
Reply from Electric Cherries
Thanks Catherine. Glad you enjoyed them and thanks for ordering such a large quantity!
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