by DLCadmin | Apr 14, 2015 | Apple Variety, Baking/Cooking Apples, Eating Apples, Other Apples at DLC
Ripens: Very late in the season (late October or early November) Recommended Use: Eating/pie baking (store in refrigerator until January before eating—it is a “long-keeper”) Taste: Hard and crisp, fairly tart (mellows when stored) This late season apple is fantastic...
by DLCadmin | Apr 14, 2015 | Apple Variety, Eating Apples, Other Apples at DLC
Ripens: Mid-season Recommended Use: Eating Taste: Firm, fresh, tart The Baldwin apple has a great deal of tartness, accented by strong bitter notes. The Baldwin Apple is excellent for cider blends, cooking, and cheese pairings.
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 14, 2015 | Apple Variety, Eating Apples, Other Apples at DLC
Ripens: Late September Recommended Use: Eating Taste: Tart, rich, flavorful The French rival of Britain’s famous culinary apple, Bramley’s Seedling, the Calville Blanc is a prized baking apple. It is sweeter than Bramley’s and firmer when cooked. Flavor improves...
by DLCadmin | Apr 14, 2015 | Apple Variety, Baking/Cooking Apples, Eating Apples, Other Apples at DLC
Ripens: Earliest in orchard (August) Recommended Use: Eating/cooking (pies and salads) Taste: Unique, nutty The Ergremont is a classic English Russet apple from the Victorian Era. This uniquely nutty apple is good for eating, pie-making, and...
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...
