I don't like Braeburn apples

It's not a good time for watermelons, nectarines, plums, pears or berries right now. They are all either overpriced or gone entirely from the grocery store shelves. In fact, it's not a good time for just about any fruit - except for apples. There is a dozen kinds of apples at my local store, some of which I have never heard of. So I am making it a rule, in addition to a normal bag of organic Galas, to pick up a couple of new and exotic apples on every visit. If I like one, I have another one to firm up the impression. If I don't - well, at least I did not buy any more.

The results are in: I do not like Braeburns. They are way too firm and tart for my taste. Like Granny Smith with an attitude. They would probably be great in an apple pie, but I'm having a hard time biting into them, and sliced they just shock my palate with acidity.

(Guess what, I wikied Braeburn and they do descend form Granny Smith, so points to me for tasting the similarity).

I liked Rome apples earlier, but I had not started this blog back then, and besides, chances are I had learned something a little bit more exciting that day. Today is just a little slow in the learning department.

Source: Experience.