Our apple varieties

In sunny Vårdö, in the heart of the Åland archipelago, we grow apples shaped by our unique microclimate. The cool nights, abundant sunshine, and the proximity of the sea give the fruit its fresh sweetness, crisp texture, and beautiful shades of color – a taste of the place we call home.

Discovery is our earliest variety. The apple ripens in late August, taking on a beautiful red color set against a background that ranges from yellow to green. The variety has a distinctive, often slightly flattened shape, and the apples grow in tight clusters on the tree due to their extremely short stems.

The flesh is crisp and firm, with a sweet-and-sour flavor. When ripe, the apple releases a delightful aroma that quickly fills the room.

Domestic apples soften rapidly at room temperature. They are best stored in the refrigerator at +2–4°C, although the flavor is more pronounced if the apple has been allowed to sit at room temperature for a few hours.

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Crimson Crisp is our newest apple variety. The word “Crisp” refers to the fruit’s crunchy interior, which is immediately noticeable with the very first bite!

Crimson Crisp ripens in mid-October. The variety is red with a yellow background color. The flesh can range from light yellow to yellow.

Freshly picked from the tree, Crimson can taste slightly tart, but thanks to its high sugar content (approx. 15%), the acidity balances out after some time in storage. The flavor of Crimson Crisp is somewhat reminiscent of a mix between melon and orange.

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