This is an apple that always seems to surpise people. Whilst smaller than your usual suspect, it is no shrinking violet on the palate. A cross between famous crab Dolgo, and an early 20th century edible Haralson, the result is only slightly more tart than sweet. It also is apple forward and leaves no doubt as to what fruit it is.
Snack sized for adults, it makes a perfect full fruit serving for pre-schoolers. Under ideal conditions, it will store for four months. On our hill, it is picked last week of September. Look no further for a jelly apple, it self sets. We also use it in mult-varietal sweet ciders for complexity and contrast to sugar heavy apples like Honey Gold.
The photo is from yesterday's pick. As always, the clay applied mid sommer lingers into the fall. We store with the haze on, and wash as they go to market. It takes longer per bushel to cleanse small apples than regular sized. This week will be overtime on wash day.
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