Shasta Gold tangerines were first developed in 1973, though they didn’t make their commercial debut until much later. This hybrid variety is large in size and has a thin, glossy, dark orange rind along with a deep orange pulp. Besides, these tangerines offer a rich, very sweet flavor which increases as the season progresses. As for their nutritional profile, Shasta Golds are rich in vitamins A and C, not to mention that they are a good source of calcium and dietary fiber. They also contain the minerals calcium and iron, which in turn is needed to transport oxygen in the blood. Iron also has a role in a variety of other important processes in the body.