by DLCadmin | Apr 16, 2015 | Apple Variety, Cider Apples, Other Apples at DLC
Fameuse is a fairly small bright red/crimson apple with bright white flesh and a distinctive sweet flavor. It originates from the area of Quebec in Canada, and is able to tolerate extreme winter cold.*DLC uses these apples exclusively for hard cider making. They are...
by DLCadmin | Apr 16, 2015 | Apple Variety, Bittersweet, Cider Apples
A very high-quality English cider variety, the Dabinett produces bittersweet juice for cider-making. It can also be used in juices.
by DLCadmin | Apr 16, 2015 | Apple Variety, Bittersweet, Cider Apples
Bulmer’s Norman is a 19th century French apple that produces a bittersweet juice and is used exclusively for cider-making. *DLC uses these apples exclusively for hard cider making. They are not available for sale.
by DLCadmin | Apr 16, 2015 | Apple Variety, Cider Apples, Other Apples at DLC
Commonly found in New York State, the Blue Pearmain is an heirloom apple variety known for its unusual blue-colored bloom. This apple was introduced in the 19th century and is still considered a good apple for making ciders and juices, as well as for eating.
by DLCadmin | Apr 16, 2015 | Apple Variety, Baking/Cooking Apples, Cider Apples, Eating Apples, Sharp
Ripens: Mid to late September Recommend Use: Eating/baking/cider Taste: Nutty Thought to be the oldest named American apple variety it was originally grown from a seed planted in Roxbury Massachusetts in the early 1600s. It was grown widely in the colonies including...
by DLCadmin | Apr 16, 2015 | Apple Variety, Baking/Cooking Apples, Cider Apples, Drying, Sweets
Ripens: Late October Recommended Use: Drying/cider/cooking (pies and apple sauce) Taste: Mild, very aromatic Thomas Jefferson’s favorite apple, the Newtown Pippin is not great for eating on its own but makes a lovely cider and keeps well. Tart at first, this apple...