The Apple Pink Cripps or Pink Lady It is known for being an Australian variety that was developed in the 70s by John Cripps.
This fruit is marketed under the registered trademark "Pink Lady" in approximately 70 countries, under a system of Club named International Pink Lady Alliance or the Pink Lady Club, which is in charge of establishing the areas in which said variety is grown, the quality standard, the number of apples to be produced and their distributors, among other aspects, in order to achieve quality assurance capable of being perceived both in its qualities and in the cost of the fruit.
Features
It is an apple that it is characterized by having a peculiar two-color tone, between pale green and reddish pastel pink, resulting from the fusion of the colors of the Williams and Golden varieties. It can also be easily identified thanks to the heart-shaped sticker that it owns, where it is indicated "Pink Lady".
It undoubtedly consists of a perfect apple to be consumed both naturally and in salads, and is also used to prepare cakes, jams and with side dishes and meats. It is interesting to note the Nutritional characteristics of other apple varieties and the properties of the Fuji apple. This type of apple is distinguished by both its flavor and its appearance.
At first glance, the Pink Lady apple stands out for its distinctive two-color tone, it is a variety that is produced and marketed under the “club” formula and has a fine skin. The homogeneous form of the Pink Lady apple is between oval and cylindrical, with a size that varies between medium and large.
It has a cream-colored pulp, which stands out for being really aromatic and have a crunchy and juicy textureIt's a truly delicious apple, and its fruity flavor makes it an excellent choice for a variety of recipes.
Throughout its development, it is common for several leaves to be removed from trees, in order to allow the fruit to receive sufficient light. Have a high sugar content, so it offers a fruity flavor.
It also has a subtly acid flavor, as it perfectly combines the characteristic sweetness of the Golden variety with the acidity of the Williams.
Provenance
This apple sprouts from the apple tree, which is part of the family known as the Rosaceae, and is part of the genus Pyrus. And despite being of Australian origin, It is usually grown in various areas of Spain, Italy and France, where the characteristics and properties of the Pink Lady apple are also valued. Its cultivation has grown in popularity, being appreciated for its flavor and appearance.
Varieties
As we have mentioned previously, it is a variety that had its origin thanks to the combination of two other varieties; the Lady Williams and the Golden Delicious.
Seasonality
Pink Lady apples are typically harvested in early November and throughout the winter. This seasonality allows you to enjoy their freshness almost year-round.
Nutritional properties of the Pink Lady apple
The content of the Pink Lady apple has around 4% minerals and vitamins, along with approximately 80% water. In addition, it has extraordinary antioxidant, which promote healthy skin while preventing premature aging. Thanks to their composition, they offer multiple health benefits.
It is possible to find it practically all year round in the markets, which is due to the fact that its cultivation is quite widespread around various countries such as: the United States, South Africa, southern Europe, etc., since to achieve its distinctive coloration, it requires warm climates and a strong autumn.
Vitamins and proteins present in Malus domestica 'Cripps Pink'
Pink Lady apples are characterized by being a great source of vitamin C, and a 100-gram Pink Lady can provide around 1/4% of the body's daily vitamin C requirement. This makes its consumption especially recommended.
Practically, 50% of its vitamin C content is just below the peel, so it is necessary to consume this whole fruit. In the same way, this variety of apple contributes a certain percentage of boron, iron, pectin and vitamin A and it does not have a protein intake.