Ambrosia Apples

ambrosia apple grouping

Characteristics

Appearance:

Attractive bi-colored apple with a fluorescent pink blush over a creamy yellow background

Texture & Firmness:

Crisp and very juicy

Internal Character:

Fine-grained flesh that remains white even when sliced

Flavor:

Ambrosia apples have a mild sweetness comparable to Golden Delicious, but with a subtle pear essence.

Shape:

Conical and uniform

Size:

Medium to large

Uses:

All-purpose apple that's great for fresh eating, baking, and juicing. Ambrosia apples are slow to oxidize, or brown, making them a great choice for salads and fruit platters.

Ambrosia apples were discovered in 1987 as a chance seedling growing on the Mennell family's orchard in British Columbia, Canada. The parentage of the apple is Golden Delicious and Jonagold.

The name Ambrosia means "Gift of the Gods" and fans will assert that the apple's delicate sweetness is quite the treat.

All of Stemilt's Ambrosia apples are grown organically and sold under the Artisan Organics label. They are harvested in mid-September. Ambrosia apples have a pleasant sweet flavor and extremely juicy flesh. It's a great selection for fresh eating, salads, and juicing.