This database includes 73 cider apple cultivars grown at the Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center, Mount Vernon, WA. Cultivars included are heritage cider apples from England and France as well as some historical American cultivars that were first grown in colonial days.
Classification is with the English system, which divides cider apples into 4 categories based on the tannins and acid present in the pressed juice. The orchard site has a marine climate with cool summers and mild winters. Some cultivars are classified differently at this site than there were classified in England.
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Sharp |
Bittersharp |
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Low tannin < 0.2 High acid > 0.45 |
High tannin > 0.2 High acid > 0.45 |
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Sweet |
Bittersweet |
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Low tannin < 0.2 Low acid < 0.45 |
High tannin > 0.2 Low acid < 0.45 |
Data collection is from 2002 to 2017, and average values are presented. Bloom density and productivity ratings are subjective, using a scale of 1-5 where 1= very sparse bloom/fruit, 2=light bloom/fruiting, 3=moderate
bloom/fruiting, 4=abundant bloom/fruiting, 5=snowball bloom/overloaded fruiting. Juice characteristics were measured for 250 ml. of juice, and juice yield was measured from 25 fruit (2015-2017 only). Observations were recorded for disease susceptibility, vigor, and growth habit. Sensory evaluation of single-varietal ciders was performed by professional cider makers in the region.
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A-D (20) |
E-K (14) |
L-R (24) |
S-Z (15) |
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Cap of Liberty
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Cap of Liberty
Sharp
Cider sensory evaluation:
Color gold to slightly amber; moderately bitter, bittersharp. Unbalanced, bitterness lingers, body viscous but not heavy. Long bitter aftertaste, sour, need to have acids balanced, complex spicy flavors will be enhanced when balanced.Juice characteristics –
- Tannin (percent tannic acid): 0.20
- Acid (percent malic acid): 1.14
- pH: 3.14
- SG: 1.047
- oBrix 11.8
Harvest: 10/7
Bloom: 5/5
Bloom Density: 4.2
Productivity rating: 3.1
Fruit diameter (inches): 2.26
Juice Yield (mL/lb): 249
Growth habit & characteristics –
- Bearing: Spur
- Blind Wood: 1.0
- Growth Habit: Semi Upright
- Alternate Bearing: Yes
Bittersharp
Origin: England
Notes: Rootstock/s MM.106, Bud 9
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Granniwinkle
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Granniwinkle
Sweet
Cider sensory evaluation:
Color straw, moderately sharp. Clean, crisp and fruity light bodied cider with
short finish and refreshing aftertaste of melon, currant, honey and dried fruit.
Would work well as Champagne style cider or blend.Juice characteristics –
- Tannin (percent tannic acid): 0.08
- Acid (percent malic acid): 0.30
- pH: 3.90
- SG: 1.045
- oBrix 11.0
Harvest: 9/2
Bloom: 4/27
Bloom Density: 4.3
Productivity rating: 3.8
Fruit diameter (inches): 2.71
Juice Yield (mL/lb): 228
Growth habit & characteristics –
- Bearing: Standard
- Blind Wood: 2.0
- Growth Habit: Semi Upright
- Alternate Bearing: No
Sweet
Origin: USA
Notes: Rootstock/s Bud 9, M26
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