Top 5 Juiciest Apple Varieties

Most gardeners believe that apples should be not only tasty but also juicy. This makes them suitable not only for eating fresh but also for making juice. Large-fruited varieties are typically the most juicy, and we'll list the best.

Antaeus

A frost-resistant variety developed by Belarusian breeders. Fruits weigh 160–210 g and are rich in juice. Their sugar content is approximately 9–10.4%. ApplesAntaeus"Besides being sweet, they're also very aromatic. The harvest takes place around September 15th.

"Lungwort"

Another variety that tolerates frost well. It was developed by biologist Isaev through crossbreeding, for which he was awarded the Stalin Prize. Lungwort can be cultivated even on the territory SiberiaThe average fruit weight is 120–150 g. They are very juicy and high in sugar. The apples have a sweet, honey-caramel flavor. When grown in the Central region, the harvest is near the end of summer, and in Siberia, it's harvested in late September.

"Golden Delicious"

A variety of moderate winter hardiness, developed in the United States at the end of the nineteenth century through accidental crossbreeding. It is cultivated primarily in the southern regions, as well as in the Central Russian region. The apples weigh between 140 and 180 grams, and are juicy and sweet. Gardeners appreciate them. this variety for its excellent taste. It can be combined with other sweet and sour varieties to make Calvados. The harvest is expected to ripen in late September.

"Mac"

Another popular one American variety, ideal for cultivation in the Lower Volga and North Caucasus regions. The apples weigh 170–200 g and have a pleasant aroma. Juiciness is considered one of the advantages of this variety. The fruits have a sweet and sour taste and can be used to make cider with Calvados. The sugar concentration is approximately 11%. The harvest is carried out from August until October, the timing depends on the climatic conditions in the growing region.

"Renet Simirenko"

These green, sweet-and-tart apples are ideal for cultivation in central Russia. The fruits are juicy and sweet, with a sugar content of 12–13.5%. Their weight ranges from 140–200 g. This variety of apples It is not used immediately after harvesting; it needs to be aged for 1 to 2 months.

Juiciness is one of the main criteria for choosing a variety; for many gardeners it is of primary importance.