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Emneth Early, early Victoria Apple
An early-season apple with a refreshing, mildly acidic taste. It’s excellent for fresh eating and cooks down to a light purée, ripening in late July to August.
Basic Information
Species:
Apple
Variety:
Emmeth Early, early Victoria
Scientific Name:
Malus domestica 'Emmeth Early'
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
05, 32
Location:
Cramond House 5, 32
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
One of the earliest ripening apples (late July), prized for its refreshing, mildly tart flavor. Best eaten fresh or cooked into light sauces, as it softens quickly. Historically grown for its reliability in cooler climates. The wood is dense and can be used for tool handles.
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Fun facts:
One of the earliest UK apples, ready by late July - sometimes called the "holiday apple".
Its soft flesh makes it terrible for storage but perfect for quick sauces.
A Victorian-era variety almost lost to history until rediscovered in Suffolk.
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