Knotted Kernal
Malus domestica
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Description
‘Knotted Kernal’ is a cider apple of Malus domestica selected for its named fruit qualities and orchard performance. Now if you like Cider and why wouldn't you then this apple is a 'must have'. Valued for producing a slow-fermenting, full-bodied, quality 'hard' cider. Available in New Zealand.
Characteristics
Fruit Size
Small
Skin Colour
Maroon
Flesh Texture
Not recorded
Harvest Timing (NZ)
Mid
Storage Life
Not recorded
Pollination Group / Partners
Not recorded
Notes
Cider apple. Requires a pollinator; suggested partners include Braeburn, Fuji, Granny Smith. The fruit are small, dark and maroon in colour with a 'bittersharp' flavour. Knotted Kernel is a heritage cider apple variety producing small, full-bodied fruit with a rich, concentrated juice — a quality cider apple for home fermenters.
Fruit Use
Cider
Flavour Profile
Not recorded
Country Availability
Known to be available in 2 countries