US: Lady Alice Apples now arriving in stores
"The Lady Alice apple is a welcome addition for consumers who love apples and are looking for something new in the late winter and spring. Its delicious sweet bite offers a hint of tartness that lingers on the palate," said Suzanne Wolter, Rainier spokesperson. "We've been enjoying their exceptional flavour this week and everyone has been commenting that this is the best flavoured crop we have harvested yet!"
The rarity of a chance seedling creating an apple that is quickly becoming a national favourite is a story in itself. It was discovered quite by chance on a farm near Gleed, Washington in 1978 when a grower accidentally cut an apple tree with his farm equipment. A chance seedling grew from the base and over the next 25 years, steps were taken to preserve and propagate the distinctive characteristics of the Lady Alice. The Lady Alice® brand apple is named after Alice Zirkle, the co-founder of Rainier Fruit Company in honour of her memory.
The versatile Lady Alice apple is an excellent choice for snacking, baking and cooking. The Lady Alice can also be used in a variety of cooking and baking recipes. Its distinctively sturdy flesh helps the apple retain its texture when heated at high temperatures. Just like fresh cherries, the Lady Alice apple has a short season, yielding a limited supply.
Please visit www.rainierfruit.com for more information.
