Crisp, aromatic, sweet-tart. Origin: Midwest Apple Improvement Association, Newcomerstown, OH, by W. Dodd, D. Doud, J.M. Lynd, and G. Miller. Goldrush × Sweet 16; planted 2001 in Belleville, IL. USPP 29,147; 27 Mar. 2018. Tree: vigor moderate to weak; round; growth habit spreading; blooms late April in Ohio, with Golden Delicious; resistant to scab and fire blight; susceptible to powdery mildew. Fruit: medium, diameter 6.8-8.3 cm; oblate conic; red-purple with light stripes over yellow ground color; flesh firm, chewy; aroma spicy with peach, pear, and strawberry flavor tones; sweet, 14-18 ºBrix; ripens 5 weeks before Goldrush.
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