STUBBARD
Early Dual Purpose Cider Apple
Origin and distribution
An ancient variety, once described as. ‘An easy and popular dessert for August.’, Stubbard occurs now as single trees, often in gardens.
General description
The knobbly pale yellow fruit has distinct ribs rising to a crowned and furrowed nose. The stem is long and thick and projects distinctly.
Season
Ready to use in early September.
Typical Juice
SG 1043, acidity 0.83%, tannin 0.17%
Cider
Our Stubbard cider sample made in 2007 was rated as ‘Rather woody tasting, sharp cider, lacking body but would be good for blending.’
As a very early maturing apple, Stubbard might be included in the first-early cider made in the season, when it would contribute useful sharpness and some sugar.