What is another word for currants?
Pronunciation: [kˈʌɹənts] (IPA) 
Currants are small dried fruits that are rich in vitamins and minerals. There are many different synonyms for currants, including raisins, sultanas, and grapes. While raisins, sultanas, and currants all come from the same type of grape, they are produced using different methods. Raisins, for example, are dried in the sun. Sultanas are also dried in the sun, but they are treated with sulfur dioxide to preserve their color. Currants, on the other hand, are dried using artificial heat. Other synonyms for currants include Zante currants, Corinth raisins, and California currants. These dried fruits are a popular ingredient in cakes, muffins, and cookies.
