Cider Apples
Kingston Black


Originated in Kingston, England in the 19th century.  Vintage cider; can be a stand-alone cider with strong apple aroma, but better blended; full bodied, distinct flavour, mid-late season, harvested at late Gala pick (mid-late September) and falls to the ground if not harvested.  Tree has moderate vigor, spreading tree habit, susceptible to scab, canker and biennial bearing.  Fruit are medium size, and red in colour.


Bittersharp: Tannins >0.2%, Malic Acid >0.45%
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