Pink Lady   Apple
By: Anonymous

About

The Pink Lady apple is a cross between a Golden Delicious and a Lady William.  It is sweet and crisp which makes it a favorite choice to use in salads and pies.

Information
Other names: Cripps Pink
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Physical Description
A pink tinge with a light green backround. The apples tend to be larger than average and fairly spherical.
Colors: pink and green


Tasting Notes
Flavors: sweet
Mouthfeel: Crisp, Juicy
Food complements: Cheese, Biscuits
Wine complements: Chardonnay
Beverage complements: Grape juice
Substitutes: Golden delicious, Lady williams


Selecting and Buying
Seasonality: january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, november, december
Peak: november, december
Choosing: Apples should feel firm to the touch, have no visible blemishes. If they appear wrinkled do not buy!
Buying: Pink Lady apples are available in most supermarkets as well as many local groceries and orchards.
Procuring: Grown in hot climates around the world including Africa, the USA and parts of Southern Europe.


Preparation and Use
Chopped into eight pieces and eaten raw, the apple is occasionally peeled.
Cleaning: Gently scrub the skin of the apple to remove any excess wax and peticides. 


Conserving and Storing
Can be stored for a number of weeks if kept in a cool dry place.


Social/Political

History: Developed in the 1970's as a cross between the Golden Delicious and the Lady Williams.