tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post2686623067581067380..comments2024-03-28T19:30:05.381-04:00Comments on Adam's Apples: DivaAdamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-45087820977322786862022-07-01T15:24:14.205-04:002022-07-01T15:24:14.205-04:00At this point here in Massachusetts any local appl...At this point here in Massachusetts any local apples are nearly a year old! I would not mind one of these from New Zealand's spring harvest right now.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-19660515820179946302022-07-01T15:11:34.067-04:002022-07-01T15:11:34.067-04:00I found this blog specifically because I just trie...I found this blog specifically because I just tried a Diva and wanted more info about it. My first thought about its flavor was, "this tastes like cider," which is not something I'm used to. I live in Texas, so we don't get many local apples any time of year, but I love trying new varieties. I don't know that Diva will become a go-to, but it's an interesting option!<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-51072939936208758972021-10-02T13:28:58.086-04:002021-10-02T13:28:58.086-04:00We grow these in NZ and yes like Caleb said defini...We grow these in NZ and yes like Caleb said definitely darker red and more red .maybe they have changed since 2016. Diva 1 of my favorite applesAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00359971256396660364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-23893738073952709522021-06-23T14:02:05.134-04:002021-06-23T14:02:05.134-04:00Caleb, I don't think I have run into these muc...Caleb, I don't think I have run into these much since 2016, so it is especially nice to have other reports! Given the date I assume your were also from the southern half of the globe.<br /><br />Differences in color saturation are not unusual.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-51284284564143279842021-06-23T13:26:42.936-04:002021-06-23T13:26:42.936-04:00I just recently found Diva apples at Central Marke...I just recently found Diva apples at Central Market in Houston. They are a bit darker red than in your photo. I was super impressed by the sweetness, crispness, and bruise resistance. Like an Envy, but with the vanilla flavor you are describing. Super cool!Calebhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15123815144026576963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-62960694226619649402016-09-04T12:42:47.391-04:002016-09-04T12:42:47.391-04:00You are exactly right Adam. It is more viscous as...You are exactly right Adam. It is more viscous as the apple's flavours and sugars are condensed. Like ice wine, but with that recognizable cider kick.<br />Adam, would love to send some samples. All the best<br />PaulAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-22952978883434074652016-09-03T23:08:50.543-04:002016-09-03T23:08:50.543-04:00@Paul, thank you. I do not know much about ice cid...@Paul, thank you. I do not know much about ice cider, but I associate it with Quebec. So you may have the straight story!<br /><br />I have heard of Kidds but never had the pleasure. (So, I may ask you for some samples in a few years!) A Cox's x Delicious cross is an interesting idea. May yours flourish.<br /><br />@Steve, ice cider is not sweet cider. It's analogous to ice wine. I've never had any.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-18473503127640017152016-09-03T14:58:41.768-04:002016-09-03T14:58:41.768-04:00Hi there. I wanted to post in response that I rec...Hi there. I wanted to post in response that I recently got back from Quebec (near Quebec City) and had samples of some really nice ciders at a "ciderie". This place I visited: http://exquisitaste.com/ in the town of St-Nicolas claims to be the creator of iced cider. Worth a visit if in the province. Aside, I noticed that Adam you don't have a review of Kidd's Orange Red. I have some grafts that took this spring and have heard good things. Do you have any experience with it? I live in Southern Ontario (Canada). So I suppose the conditions would be similar to the US NorthEast. Thanks!<br />PaulPaulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16658057985246145693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-17025117286954901562016-08-29T22:31:52.647-04:002016-08-29T22:31:52.647-04:00I feel Diva shares some qualities with Brock, a Ma...I feel Diva shares some qualities with <a href="http://adamapples.blogspot.com/2008/11/brock.html" rel="nofollow">Brock</a>, a Mac x Golden Delicious cross. Crisp and flavorful, but lacking the vinous notes that characterize McIntosh and so much of the family.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06245776593991049317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8647355176632077968.post-25284577820394298152016-08-29T11:57:53.617-04:002016-08-29T11:57:53.617-04:00Interesting. I haven't yet had a Diva and wou...Interesting. I haven't yet had a Diva and wouldn't turn one down, but it is ironic when fresh local apples are available. Sadly, I haven't yet had Williams Pride, Gingergold, or Gravenstein either. I've gotta get out more!<br /><br />Do you know if "ice cider" is what we would call sweet cider in the US?<br /><br />According to an August 2009 article in HortScience, this variety has been around since the early 70's. Also notable in its lineage is Golden Delicious and Grimes Golden.Steve Barnharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05327714084711778368noreply@blogger.com