tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post2168903006254292225..comments2024-03-28T19:30:05.381-04:00Comments on Adam's Apples: Pacific Rose (Sciros) **Adamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-5909904871545648752021-06-30T18:48:39.763-04:002021-06-30T18:48:39.763-04:00I have not been able to purchase since early last ...I have not been able to purchase since early last year- 2020 Where can I find Pacific Rose Apples in July in the Northeast?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07545493105645073391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-79155673937966360952021-02-05T20:47:01.698-05:002021-02-05T20:47:01.698-05:00I wish I could find some here in New England! They...I wish I could find some here in New England! They are nice this time of year.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-59504903748576311592021-02-05T17:00:12.069-05:002021-02-05T17:00:12.069-05:00Nine years later, I know. I'm in Orange County...Nine years later, I know. I'm in Orange County. Got a bag of Pacific Rose apples at 99 Cents Only store for 1.99, 6 apples. Ate one, soooooo delicious, had to know more. That's how I found this awesome blog. Woohoo.BeeBeeBeeLeaveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14981836952709416943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-81354419193204273372020-02-21T19:54:03.789-05:002020-02-21T19:54:03.789-05:00Hi Josh,
Nope, I haven't had that particular ...Hi Josh,<br /><br />Nope, I haven't had that particular pleasure with this apple, though I do like them. (And haven't had any for several years!) Lucky you!<br /><br />Your experience illustrates how handling and storage can make a big difference for flavor and eating quality.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-69527391493930869492020-02-20T19:19:30.402-05:002020-02-20T19:19:30.402-05:00Throwing my two cents into the pot here.
Last year...Throwing my two cents into the pot here.<br />Last year I got to try these for the first time and had an interesting experience.<br />They were very delicious with all the eating qualities and flavors listed here, but to me what set them apart was an unmistakable strong aftertaste of cinnamon candy. Almost exactly like Cinnamon Imperials.<br /><br />I thought these were so delicious that the following month I went and bought a whole bunch to munch on, only to my shock they all tasted as bland and lifeless as a Red Delicious. This put me off and I never bought any more after that...<br /><br />...Until today I found a few in the store. I decided to give them a shot again and I'm glad I did, as sure enough they were all full of that rich cinnamon candy aftertaste.<br />I'm surprised after briefly scanning through all the comments on here that no one appears to have mentioned this quality. Am I the only one? Grab a small bag of Cinnamon Imperials(if they even exist in your region), eat a few of those, and then go back to this apple.<br /><br />Either way, highly enjoyable apple.Josh Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-40250365452254691072018-06-05T15:25:55.223-04:002018-06-05T15:25:55.223-04:00Lynne, would you consider selling one of your tree...Lynne, would you consider selling one of your trees? Please let me know at cyndie@att.netCyndienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-76813214914344267872017-03-09T09:11:06.331-05:002017-03-09T09:11:06.331-05:00Jerolyn Ipson, meet Kevin Hauser.
His blog is al...Jerolyn Ipson, meet <a href="https://kuffelcreek.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">Kevin Hauser</a>. <br /><br />His blog is all about growing apples in environments "where they're not supposed to." He's also been introducing apples to Africa.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-72028263270963801702017-03-08T22:53:39.660-05:002017-03-08T22:53:39.660-05:00I just tried this apple for the first time(we just...I just tried this apple for the first time(we just got them in at the store and I get sample all the good stuff before anyone else, cotton candy grapes are nasty). I wonder if I could get a Pacific rose tree to grow in the desert of southern Utah. Jerrijoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04664310967825806302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-61052471404941658852016-11-24T11:12:47.435-05:002016-11-24T11:12:47.435-05:00That is unsettling! I think unless you already kno...That is unsettling! I think unless you already know this apple it will be hard to spot any fakes, or errors, ow whatever is going on.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-39649374458480556702016-11-24T10:56:39.971-05:002016-11-24T10:56:39.971-05:00In the U.S. they are sometimes selling NOT "p...In the U.S. they are sometimes selling NOT "pacific rose" as "Pacific Rose" they have an very very distinctive look to them, the REAL ones and I have seen the "pacific rose" sticker on NOT "Pacific rose" for sale in the grocery store. Make sure your getting the real deal when deciding if you like it or not.-https://www.blogger.com/profile/02311083386219022843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-11083705616043930882015-02-15T21:39:48.418-05:002015-02-15T21:39:48.418-05:00The Pacific Rose apple is a great apple to just ea...The Pacific Rose apple is a great apple to just eat. It has a great flavor and is very sweet. I would not recommend it for cooking, pies, or apple sauce unless accompanied by your favorite apple that is tart; such as, the Granny Smith or Kiku apple. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-40770408674097924622013-04-11T17:09:13.189-04:002013-04-11T17:09:13.189-04:00It's been 3 years, but I finally got more of t...It's been 3 years, but I finally got more of these to eat, ponder, and appreciate. <br /><br />On reflection though these are sweet there must be a little tempering tartness in the mix someplace to bring out these flavors. <br /><br />Quality varies here at the end of the distribution chain, but the very best of these reminded me a little of Sweetango, with great crunch.<br /><br />I am delighted to know that my experience has played a small part in developing your own apple project and wish you very well with it. <br /><br />Boskoop is considered a prime cooking apple so I see no cause for regret on that score. <br /><br />Keep us posted if you like, I'd certainly love to know more.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-81498465951416429142013-04-09T00:27:58.416-04:002013-04-09T00:27:58.416-04:00Well, first the good news, and then the bad....
T...Well, first the good news, and then the bad....<br /><br />The good news is that your blog has been a great reference for me in investigating the sorts of apples that don't make it to the major supermarkets. I recently planted 7 untried varieties and am now second-guessing my rather impulsive choices, reading everything I can about Belle de Boskoop (which I planted) and Hudson's Golden Gem (which I did not plant), just to give two examples. <br /><br />Now that bad news...your recommendation (too hastily read, I now realize) encouraged me to try Pacific Rose, which can be had at our local Sprout's Market. It's not bad, but it made me realize that I really do need a certain amount of tartness in my apples. It wouldn't be rated two stars in my own ratings, if I had them.<br /><br />Of course, this may be good news in disguise, as I am less anxious about my plantings not agreeing with your taste. So even though you didn't give Boskoop any stars...I may like it! <br /><br />Incidentally, the most likable thing about the Sciros was, in my opinion, the tropical notes--I would have to describe them as coconut without too much hesitation. mschmidt62noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-51665007798725646662013-03-15T16:22:28.266-04:002013-03-15T16:22:28.266-04:00Aaaaand—I found some! Thanks for the tip!Aaaaand—I found some! Thanks for the tip!Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-52200249495118155532013-03-05T13:15:31.882-05:002013-03-05T13:15:31.882-05:00This is the first sighting of these apples that I ...This is the first sighting of these apples that I have heard of in New England for two years. I am going to keep my eye peeled for these, thanks for the report!Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-2652828454598338802013-03-04T15:09:18.722-05:002013-03-04T15:09:18.722-05:00My husband and I just discovered these in our loca...My husband and I just discovered these in our local Market Basket in New Hampshire and this has to be the best Apple I've ever had.. After reading all the notes above I'm going back to get as many as I can before they disappear until next year. I'm also going to try a pie!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-92220413787394039342012-12-07T09:55:57.847-05:002012-12-07T09:55:57.847-05:00I guess the PR season has begun! Thanks for checki...I guess the PR season has begun! Thanks for checking in.<br /><br />I hope I see some out east this year.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-4729655849729909792012-12-06T17:12:05.286-05:002012-12-06T17:12:05.286-05:00I just found them today at a supermarket here in S...I just found them today at a supermarket here in Southern California (Pavilions, but Vons/Safeway also carries them since they're the same company). Last year, they barely showed up at all, and the ones that were for sale were already wizened (!) but these seem to be fine.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-2171052208648562442012-11-15T17:10:59.273-05:002012-11-15T17:10:59.273-05:00Pacific rose, New Zealand rose and rose are names ...Pacific rose, New Zealand rose and rose are names based on whole is the marketing body. The variety was developed by HortResearch, now Plant and Food Research, hence the patent and limitation. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-82864513275638746342012-11-08T10:47:01.160-05:002012-11-08T10:47:01.160-05:00I've never had this before January.
It's...I've never had this before January. <br /><br />It's possible that P Rose needs a month or two to convert starches to sugar and reach peak flavor--similar to Ambrosia.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-28287089318788886682012-11-07T00:09:29.203-05:002012-11-07T00:09:29.203-05:00so i finally had the pac rose... maybe it was the ...so i finally had the pac rose... maybe it was the anticipation but i didnt get the interesting tropical notes maybe something slightly floral. agree on the total lack of tartness. a solid apple but not yet ready to declare it one of my faves. will have to give it another go.Seannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-48041896130493062712012-11-05T09:02:08.996-05:002012-11-05T09:02:08.996-05:00I've never had an Ambrosia right off the tree....I've never had an Ambrosia right off the tree. They may require some time in storage to really mature.<br /><br />I'm glad that your apple curiosity has been aroused. Happy hunting!<br /><br />Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-85710793157391413932012-11-05T02:29:06.145-05:002012-11-05T02:29:06.145-05:00i thought honeycrisp was fancy stuff until i looke...i thought honeycrisp was fancy stuff until i looked at your blog index. wow. it inspired me to go out and hunt down some more apples but i've yet to come across any sweetango or williams pride.<br /><br />nevertheless, i stopped by the supermarket yesterday to pick up some apples. they usually have a good variety, which changes often. of the ones they had, braeburns looked the freshest so i reached for one, turned it over and it was a pacific rose. it wasn't even in the system and the clerk had to ring it up as another apple. looking forward to trying it but eating other ones first. braeburn was nice and tart. ambrosia... didn't seem quite ripe, which was too bad. sitting on the pacific rose and a jonagold, which i've had good luck with in the past.Seannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-85178312242605430172012-10-23T15:31:37.640-04:002012-10-23T15:31:37.640-04:00I wish I could find where they may be selling the ...I wish I could find where they may be selling the PR apple in SoCal...I haven't found them for a couple of years now. My second fav is the Honeycrisp...but the crop this year is lackluster and watered down tasting.<br /><br />Anyone finds them in the OC or the IE then let me know (leigh.shanks@christiedigital.com)...<br /><br />Thanks :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-62997045943988583962012-05-30T13:32:39.159-04:002012-05-30T13:32:39.159-04:00True it has no tart to balance the sweet. But that...True it has no tart to balance the sweet. But that's OK. The lack of tart allows one to enjoy the delicate floral flavors of this apple. <br /><br />Of the sweet apples, this one is my all time favorite.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com