Cherries are not only delicious and attractive, but also a rich source of antioxidants, vitamins, and many other essential nutrients. There are different types of cherries found all over the world. Sour Red Cherries Sour or "pie" cherries, including Montmorency (like those pictured here) and Morello varieties, are tart in flavor and bright red in color, hence the practice of calling them "red cherries." Sweet Black Cherries Slightly heart-shaped dark red sweet cherries are primarily grown on the West Coast. The "black" designation refers to the mahogany color of their flesh, only a few varieties have particularly dark skin. There are many varieties, the most well known of which is Bing, pictured above. Lambert, Chelan, Sweetheart, and Tulare are other names to look out for. They are wonderfully sweet—almost like candy when eaten out of hand—and super juicy, too. Sweet Pink & Yellow Cherries Pink and yellow Rainier and Royal Ann cherries are lighter and less cloying than black cherries. They are mostly grown in the Pacific Northwest. Because of their light color, Rainier cherries show their bruises, which is most useful when you're the customer. Choose unblemished, shiny cherries.