What are Berries?
Berries are consumable items found all across the Galar Region. In Pokémon Sword and Shield, they can be both used as a held item and a curry ingredient. As a held item, berries can be used to lower a pokemon’s Effort Value (EV) or as an ingredient for cooking curry.
Curry on Rice Dishes and Ingredients
Acquiring Berries
Berries can be obtained through:
- Shaking berry trees multiple times. If a wild pokemon appeared from shaking, the player will lose some random berries post-battle.
- Participation in max raid battles as a battle reward.
List of Berries
Below is a list of berries obtainable in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield.
Neutral Taste and Unknown Taste Berries
| Berry | Berry Description | Rarity | How to Acquire | Taste Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hondew Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its Special Attack base points. Curry Ingredient: A berry with an unusual taste, but many people like it. When its yellow parts are bulging, the berry is ripe. |
Common | Route 7 (All Trees)
Bridge Field (Left Tree below the bridge) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Kelpsy Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its Attack base points. Curry Ingredient: A berry that can be eaten raw. But if you cook them down, the juices you extract will bring out the flavor of any dish. |
Common | Route 7 (All Trees)
Rolling Fields Wild Area (Nearby Trees) Bridge Field (Right Tree below the bridge) |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 1 Sour – 1 |
| Lansat Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Increases the chance for a critical hit when HP falls below 25%
Curry Ingredient: A very rare berry. It’s said that holding a Lansat Berry brings joy. It has an intriguing flavor. |
Rare | Battle Tower | Spicy – 5 Dry – 1 Sweet – 5 Bitter – 1 Sour – 5 |
| Leppa Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can restore its 10 PP to a depleted move during battle.
Curry Ingredient: A fun berry that’s full of different flavors. It’s easy to eat because it doesn’t have a dry taste. |
Common | Hammerlock Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) | Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 1 Sour – 1 |
| Lum Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can recover from any status condition during battle.
Curry Ingredient: A berry that has a well-balanced flavor, although it lacks sourness. It has a lot of nutrients that are good for Pokémon. |
Common | Route 9 (All Trees)
Axew’s Eye Wild Area (All Trees) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 1 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Oran Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can restore its own HP by 10 points during battle. (10 HP restored when HP falls below 50%)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s an acquired taste, since it has no sweetness. It adds a distinctive flavor if it’s used for cooking. |
Common | Wedgehurst Berry Grocers
Route 7 (All Trees) Rolling Fields Wild Area (All Trees) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 1 Sour – 1 |
| Persim Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can recover from confusion on its own in a battle.
Curry Ingredient: A berry with a unique flavor. It doesn’t have a dry taste, so it’s actually easy to use for cooking. A ripe Persim Berry has a bright color. |
Common | Route 5 (All Trees)
Route 6 (All Trees) North Lake Miloch (All Trees) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 1 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Sitrus Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can restore its own HP by a small amount during battle. (1/2 max HP restored)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that can be used for anything because it’s not spicy and everyone can eat it. |
Common | Route 6 (All Trees)
Motostoke Riverbank (All Trees) |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 1 Sour – 1 |
Predominantly Spicy Taste Berries
| Berry | Berry Description | Rarity | How to Acquire | Taste Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enigma Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Causes a super effective attack to restore HP Curry Ingredient: A rare and completely enigmatic Berry. You won’t know what it tastes like until you eat it. |
Rare | Special Distribution | Spicy – 6 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Babiri Berry |
Held Item: If held by Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective steel-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened) Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s incredibly hard and spicy. It was used as medicine in the past. |
Uncommon | Bridge Field Wild Area (Tree on the Island) | Spicy – 4 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Cheri Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can recover from paralysis on its own in battle. Curry Ingredient: A simple berry that’s easy to use even for novice cooks. Its spicy hot taste is addictive. |
Common | Wedgehurst Berry Grocers
Route 7 (All Trees) Rolling Fields Wild Area (All Trees) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Chople Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective fighting type attack. (1/2 damage lessened) Curry Ingredient: A berry with a substance that generates heat in its flesh. It’s invaluable in cold areas. |
Uncommon | Route 9 (All Trees) | Spicy – 2 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Figy Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, it restores the user’s HP in a pinch but it will cause confusion if the user hates the taste. (1/3 max HP restored when HP falls below 25%) Curry Ingredient: A berry with a distinctive shape. It’s filled with spicy components. |
Common | Route 7 (Tree on Northern Side) | Spicy – 2 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Kee Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will increase the holder’s defense if it’s hit with a physical move. (Raises defense by one stage)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. You’ll be hit first by its burning spiciness, then its extreme bitterness. |
Uncommon | Route 9 (All Trees)
Axew’s Eye Wild Area (All Trees) |
Spicy – 5 Dry – 5 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 1 Sour – 1 |
| Liechi Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its attack stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Attack increased by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. When you eat it, its spicy and sweet flavors clash in your mouth. |
Uncommon | Route 7 | Spicy – 5 Dry – 1 Sweet – 5 Bitter – 1 Sour – 1 |
| Occa Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective fire-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that is hard and spicy, but heating it up will increase its sweetness. It’s perfect for a meal with a strong flavor. |
Uncommon | Bridge Field Wild Area (Center Tree under the bridge) | Spicy – 2 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Petaya Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by a Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it’s Special Attack stat will increase when it’s in pinch. (Special Attack raised by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. It’s eye-poppingly spicy and bitter, but it’s packed with nutrients. |
Uncommon | Route 9 (All Trees)
Lake Outrage Hammerlock Hills Wild Area (All Trees) |
Spicy – 5 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 5 Sour – 1 |
| Pomeg Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its HP base points.
Curry Ingredient: A berry with sweet and spicy flesh. If you keep chewing it, its bitterness will slowly spread in your mouth. |
Common | Route 7 (All Trees)
Dappled Grove Wild Area |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Qualot Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its Defense base points.
Curry Ingredient: A berry with a spicy skin. But its flesh has a sweet fragrance, which stimulates everyone’s appetite. |
Common | Route 7 (All Trees)
Bridge Field Wild Area (Right Tree under the bridge) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Rindo Berry | Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective grass-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that many adults eat as a dessert. Its bitter flavor is imbued with a subtle spiciness that lingers in your mouth. |
Uncommon | Bridge Field Wild Area (Left Tree under the bridge) | Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 2 Sour – 1 |
| Tamato Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its Speed base points.
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s so spicy that your mouth turns red. You could enjoy a scorchingly hot meal by combining this berry with spices. |
Common | Route 7 (All Trees) | Spicy – 3 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Tanga Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective bug-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with a very spicy flavor. If you’re not careful and use a lot of these berries, you’ll have a spicy hot dish. |
Uncommon | Route 9 (All Trees) | Spicy – 3 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
Predominantly Dry Taste Berries
| Berry | Berry Description | Rarity | How to Acquire | Taste Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apicot Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its Special Defense stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Special Defense raised by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. Its blue part has a very dry flavor and its green part has a very sour flavor. |
Uncommon | Hammerlock Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) | Spicy – 1 Dry – 5 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 5 |
| Charti Berry | Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective rock-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s often used for pickles because of its dry flavor. Boiling them down makes them quite soft. |
Uncommon | Hammerlock Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) | Spicy – 1 Dry – 3 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Wiki Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, it restores the user’s HP in a pinch but it will cause confusion if the user hates the taste. (Restores 1/3 of max HP when HP drops below 25%; confuses Pokemon who don’t like dry flavors)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with bumps that are full of sour flavor. You can enjoy its texture, too. |
Common | Route 9 | Spicy – 0 Dry – 2 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Chesto Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can recover from sleep on its own in battle. (Cures sleep status)
Curry Ingredient: A berry whose subtle dryness is known for going very well with greasy ingredients. |
Common | Route 5 | Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Chilan Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this Berry will lessen the damage taken from one Normal-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that has a dry flavor, which is unimaginable from its roundish appearance. It’s good for neutralizing the smell of other ingredients. |
Uncommon | West Lake Axewell Wild Area (Tree by the Dappled Drove) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 4 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Ganlon Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its Defense stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Defense raised by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry with unique flavors. Its intense dry and bitter flavors are loved by some and hated by others. |
Uncommon | Route 7
Bridge Field Lake Wild Area (Tree on the Island) |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 5 Sweet -1 Bitter – 5 Sour – 0 |
| Kebia Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokemon holds one, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective poison type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with brilliant green color on the outside. That part is sour, but inside, the Berry is packed with dry-flavored, black-colored flesh. |
Uncommon | Tree by Axew’s Eye (Wild Area) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 2 Sweet -0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Micle Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokemon holds one, its accuracy stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Accuracy increased when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A very rare berry. Its very dry flavor makes other ingredients taste sweet. |
Rare | Special Distribution | Spicy – 0 Dry – 6 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Passho Berry | Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective Water-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A dry berry, as you can guess from its appearance. Its soft flesh easily breaks down, melding into liquid to bring out the flavor of a meal. |
Uncommon | Bridge Field Wild Area (Right tree under the bridge) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 2 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Yache Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective Ice-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A refreshing berry with dry and sour flavors. Eating a chilled Yache Berry cools your heated body. |
Uncommon | Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake of Outrage) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 2 |
Predominantly Sweet Taste Berries
| Berry | Berry Description | Rarity | How to Acquire | Taste Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custap Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it will move first when its in a pinch. (Pokemon moves first when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A very rare berry. The flesh underneath its tough skin is sweet and creamy soft. |
Rare | Special Distribution | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 6 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Grepa Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its Special Defense base points.
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s good for salad. If you chew it slowly, its sourness and sweetness will spread in your mouth in perfect harmony. |
Common | Bridge Field Wild Area (Left tree under the bridge) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Kasib Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it will lessen the damage taken from one super effective Ghost-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that is perfect for making a dessert due to its flowerlike shape and sweetness. It is sometimes dried and used as a good-luck charm. |
Uncommon | Bridge Field Wild Area (Tree on the island) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 3 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Liechi Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its attack stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Attack raised by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. When you eat it, its spicy and sweet flavors clash in your mouth. |
Uncommon | Route 7
Bride Field Lake Wild Area (Tree on the island) |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 3 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Mago Berry |
Held Item: If held by Pokémon, it restores the user’s HP in a pinch, but it will cause confusion if the user hates the taste. (Restores 1/3 of max HP when HP drops below 25%; confuses Pokemon who don’t like sweet flavors)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s easy to eat raw and perfect for a quick treat. The curvier the berry is, the sweeter it is. |
Common | Route 7 (Tree on north side) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 2 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Maranga Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its special defense stat will increase when it’s hit with a special move. (Special Defense raised by one stage when Pokemon is hit with a special move)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. Its outside is very bitter, but its inside tastes like a sweet drink. |
Uncommon | Tree by Axew’s Eye Wild Area | Spicy – 1 Dry – 1 Sweet – 5 Bitter – 5 Sour – 1 |
| Payapa Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective psychic-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with a sweet flavor and juicy fragrance. The rounder the Berry swells, the sweeter and juicier it gets. |
Uncommon | Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 2 |
| Pecha Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can recover from poisoning on its own in battle. (Cures poison status)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s easy to get and often used for cooking. It’s very popular for its refreshing sweetness. |
Common | Wedgehurst Beery Grocers
Route 3 Rolling Fields Wild Area (Tree by the meetup spot) |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Pomeg Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its HP base points.
Curry Ingredient: A berry with sweet and spicy flesh. If you keep chewing it, its bitterness will slowly spread in your mouth. |
Common | Route 7
Dappled Grove (Wild Area) Bridge Field Wild Area (Right tree under the bridge) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Qualot Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its Defense base points.
Curry Ingredient: A berry with a spicy skin. But its flesh has a sweet fragrance, which stimulates everyone’s appetite. |
Common | Route 7
Bridge Field Wild Area (Right tree under the bridge) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Roseli Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective fairy-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that can be used for herbal tea. Its rich sweetness and elegant fragrance make this berry perfect as an ingredient in a sophisticated dish. |
Uncommon | Route 9
Bridge Field (Wild Area) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 4 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
| Salac Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its Speed stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Speed raised by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. The flesh underneath its bumpy skin is incredibly sweet and sour. |
Uncommon | Route 9
Axew’s Eye (Wild Area) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 5 Bitter – 1 Sour – 5 |
| Shuca Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective ground-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with sweetness-laden pulp. It’s delicious as is, but heating it up brings out a pleasant aroma. |
Uncommon | Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake of Outrage) | Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 2 Bitter – 0 Sour – 0 |
| Wacan Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective electric-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A pretty-looking yellow Berry. Its sour-sweet flavor and cute appearance are perfect for sweets. Jam made of these berries is also delicious. |
Uncommon | Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 2 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
Predominantly Bitter Taste Berries
| Berry | Berry Description | Rarity | How to Acquire | Taste Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguav Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, it restores the user’s HP in a pinch but will cause confusion if the user hates the taste. (Restores 1/3 of max HP when HP drops below 25%; confuses Pokemon who don’t like bitter flavors)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with a bitter flavor that grows more pronounced near the stem. Slow cooking brings out the depth in its flavor. |
Common | Route 9 | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 2 Sour – 0 |
| Coba Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective flying-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s hard and bitter. It’s blue in color, and chewing it makes your tongue bright blue. |
Uncommon | Tree by Motostoke Riverbank Wild Area | Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 2 Sour – 0 |
| Ganlon Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its Defense stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Defense raised by one stage when HP falls below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry with unique flavors. Its intense dry and bitter flavors are loved by some and hated by others. |
Uncommon | Route 7
Bridge Field Lake Wild Area (Tree on the island) |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 5 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 5 Sour – 0 |
| Haban Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon,this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective dragon type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with a unique bitter flavor. Boiling down these Berries brings out their sweetness, which makes it easier to eat them. |
Uncommon | Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake of Outrage) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 3 Sour – 0 |
| Jacoba Berry | Held Item: If held by a Pokémon,the opponent will take damage if it attacked with a physical move. (If the Pokemon is hit by a physical move, the foe takes damage equal to 12.5% of their max HP).
Curry Ingredient: A very rare berry. It needs to be handled carefully— otherwise its bitter drupelets will pop. |
Rare | Special Distribution | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 6 Sour – 1 |
| Kee Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will increase the holder’s defense if it’s hit with a physical move. (Defense raised by one stage when hit by a physical move)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. You’ll be hit first by its burning spiciness, then its extreme bitterness. |
Uncommon | Tree by Axew’s Eye Wild Area | Spicy – 5 Dry – 5 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 1 Sour – 1 |
| Maranga Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will increase the holder’s Special Defense if it’s hit with a special move. (Special Defense raise by one stage when hit by a special move)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. Its outside is very bitter, but its inside tastes like a sweet drink. |
Uncommon | Tree by Axew’s Eye Wild Area | Spicy – 1 Dry – 1 Sweet – 5 Bitter – 5 Sour – 1 |
| Petaya Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will increase the holder’s Special Attack when its in a pinch. (Special Attack raise by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. It’s eye-poppingly spicy and bitter, but it’s packed with nutrients. |
Uncommon | Route 9
Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) |
Spicy – 5 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 5 Sour – 1 |
| Rawst Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can recover from a burn on its own in battle. (Cures burned status)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s used as a secret ingredient for cooking because its slight bitterness adds a kick to any dish. |
Common | Route 3 Route 6North Lake Miloch Wild Area |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 1 Sour – 0 |
Predominantly Sour Taste Berries
| Berry | Berry Description | Rarity | How to Acquire | Taste Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apicot Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its Special Defense stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Special Defense raised by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. Its blue part has a very dry flavor and its green part has a very sour flavor. |
Uncommon | Hammerlock Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) | Spicy – 1 Dry – 5 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 5 |
| Aspear Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it can recover from being frozen on its own battle. (Cures frozen status)
Curry Ingredient: A berry that gives off a sour fragrance when you bite it. Using a lot of them adds a light aftertaste to a dish. |
Common | Route 7
North Lake Miloch Wild Area Giant’s Seat Wild Area |
Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Colbur Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective dark-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A spiky berry. It’s sour, as you can imagine from its appearance. It’s said to latch on to a Pokémon with its tiny hooks so it can be carried to far-off places. |
Uncommon | Tree by Axew’s Eye Wild Area | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 1 Sour – 3 |
| Grepa Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. Using it on a Pokémon makes it more friendly but lowers its Special Defense base points.
Curry Ingredient: A berry that’s good for salad. If you chew it slowly, its sourness and sweetness will spread in your mouth in perfect harmony. |
Common | Bridge Field Wild Area (Left tree under the bridge) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 1 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Iapapa Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, it restores the user’s HP in a pinch, but will cause confusion if the user hates the taste. (Restores 1/3 of max HP when HP drops below 25%; confuses Pokemon who don’t like sour flavors)
Curry Ingredient: A big berry that’s full of sourness and water inside. |
Common | Route 9 | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 2 |
| Kebia Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokemon holds one, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective poison type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A berry with brilliant green color on the outside. That part is sour, but inside, the Berry is packed with dry-flavored, black-colored flesh. |
Uncommon | Tree by Axew’s Eye (Wild Area) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 2 Sweet -0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Rowap Berry | Held Item: If held by a Pokémon,the opponent will take damage if it attacked with a special move. (If the Pokemon is hit by a special move, the foe takes damage equal to 12.5% of their max HP).
Curry Ingredient: A very rare berry. It’s so sour that it could make people cry, so you need to use it little by little by dividing it into small pieces. |
Rare | Special Distribution | Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet -0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 6 |
| Salac Berry |
Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, its Speed stat will increase when it’s in a pinch. (Speed raised by one stage when HP drops below 25%)
Curry Ingredient: A slightly rare berry. The flesh underneath its bumpy skin is incredibly sweet and sour. |
Uncommon | Route 9
Axew’s Eye (Wild Area) |
Spicy – 1 Dry – 0 Sweet – 5 Bitter – 1 Sour – 5 |
| Wacan Berry | Held Item: A berry to be consumed by Pokémon. If a Pokémon holds one, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective electric-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A pretty-looking yellow Berry. Its sour-sweet flavor and cute appearance are perfect for sweets. Jam made of these berries is also delicious. |
Uncommon | Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake Outrage) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 0 Sweet – 2 Bitter – 0 Sour – 1 |
| Yache Berry |
Held Item: If held by a Pokémon, this berry will lessen the damage taken from one super effective Ice-type attack. (1/2 damage lessened)
Curry Ingredient: A refreshing berry with dry and sour flavors. Eating a chilled Yache Berry cools your heated body. |
Uncommon | Hammerlocke Hills Wild Area (Tree by Lake of Outrage) | Spicy – 0 Dry – 1 Sweet – 0 Bitter – 0 Sour – 2 |
Pokemon Sword and Shield Recommended Article List
| ▼Pokemon Sword and Shield Recommended Articles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Expansion Pass | All Diglett Locations | Gen 8 Starters |
| Galar Dex | Pokemon Battles | Walkthroughs |
| Beginner Guides | Strategy Guides | Game Database |
| Strategy Guides | Post-Game | TM Locations |
| TR List | Evolution Stones | Evolution Methods |
Are these all the berries available in the game or are there missing ones ? I have troubles finding a complete list !!!
Can we get the rarity?
Already updated this page, Max. 🙂
Hello, I have a little question. Is this the complete berries list. Are there all the berries available in the games listed ? I have troubles to find a complete list.