When a grower says they have a new apple variety to share, I always say bring them on.
I will tell you I never get tried of trying new apples.
If the apple is unusual, even better. Red flesh apples fall under that category. I have been fornate to have a few like the Pink Pearl apple.
Each one of these red flesh apples has been an heirloom variety - an older apple from days gone by. None have been a new, fancy apple with a marketable name. That is until now.
Chelean Fresh has released a new apple variety called Lucy Rose. Here take another look at how pretty it is.
What Are Lucy Rose Apples?
To learn more about the origin of these apples, let's see what Chelan Fresh has to say.
Lucy™ Apples are grown in the heart of Central Washington by a small group of pioneering growers who are passionate about developing new varieties. Through countless years of research and development, they discovered they could grow a great tasting, pink-red interior apple.
Lucy™Apples are part Honeycrisp, which give them their sweet, tangy flavor and crunchy texture we all love. Lucy™Rose has a red skin and sweet berry notes in the flavor profile.
What part Honeycrisp you say? Everyone loves Honeycrisp. And it seems everyone loves developing new varieites from Honeycrisp. These isn't the first one I have mentioned try the Sugar Bee apple, or the Pazazz apple, or EverCrisp (Honeycrisp + Fuji). The list continues to grow. Apple breeders love them some Honeycrisp DNA!
What Do Lucy Rose Apples Taste Like?
Lucy Rose are a tasty apple if I do say so myself. They have a good balance of sweetness and tartness. Out of all the red fleshed apples Ia have tried, Lucy Rose has been the most crisp - thanks to it's Honeycrisp parentage.
I would not say Lucy Rose is as crisp or as juicy as a Honeycrisp. Like other red fleshed apples, the texture is more firm and a bit drier, not in a bad way. You bite in and get more concentrated flavor with hints of berry. You know some apples can be really juicy but bland. I will always take the most flavorful apple.
Can You Bake with Lucy Rose Apples?
Absolutely. You know how pretty that will be. Chelan Fresh posted a recipe for a galette using them. Stunning. Over on Instagram I saw someone that used some of them to make a pie. What a colorful pie. The texture of these apple will hold firm when baked.
So you better believe you can bake Lucy Rose! Try it if you can.
Where to Buy Lucy Rose Apples
During my trip to California for Christmas I found them at Pavilions. I also heard they were at Sprouts as well. For other grocery store options, you can check out Chelean Fresh locator. It's one of the better ones in the business as it share actual delivery information on when it reached the store last. Also check the comments below to see where others are finding them.
Have you tried this apple? What did you think? Leave a comment below telling us. Be a helper and share where you found it. You may make someone's day with your insider info on where to get them! If you are a true apple lover, you'll want to check out all of our apple reviews.
April Smithson
These apples are amazing! I found them at Jungle Jim's International Market in Ohio on 10-20-19. New favorite apple!!
Eric Samuelson
That's awesome. I love Jungle Jim's. I go there every time I am in the Cincinnati area.
Becca hay
I’m local to the Greater SEATTLE area and just found this beauty at my local organic produce! [Top of the Hill Quality Produce]
I love honey crisp apples so this was partly as expected. The color and flavor were definitely a surprise! I plan to make my holiday pies with this one now. So delicious, tart sweet with a hint of berry!!
Adrianne
I found these at Sprouts in San Diego. Haven't tried them yet, but I am like you - new apples - bring it! Also, GO BLUE!!
Eric Samuelson
Awesome! I wish we had a Sprouts here. And I appreciate the GO BLUE!
Eric Samuelson
They will make a beautiful pie for you. This is their 2nd season, so I don't know how long they will last as the crop is still young and growing in size. I would recommend stocking up for the holidays and keeping them in the fridge. They store well.
Julie Nakamura
BEST apple ever! My Dad was in produce and I've never, ever had an apple this delicious! Super crispy and full of flavor. I ate it to the core. Unfortunately, I don't know where my friend got them, but there are many Vietnamese stores in Westminster, CA that carry a wide variety of fruit.
Eric Samuelson
Glad you found them and loved them. I haven't found any in my part of the country yet. I have only had them in California.
Maria Antonia Andujar
I found them in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Kenny's Market. I bought one, curiosity, and ate the apple at once, they are delicious and different! Went back for more.....
Eric Samuelson
Cool. Your the right one this year to say you found them in the east. That's good to hear.
Sam S
I found them in Longo's in Aurora Ontario Canada! My sister brought one into work the other day but didn't remember where she purchased it or what it was cashed. Today while walking though Longo's I saw them, didn't know the name of the apple, but I knew it was them by the outside skin. I love the flavor! I'm going back tomorrow to get a few more and I'm going to make a pie with my son since he loves apples! I can't wait to take pictures ^_^
Ed
Got some at Sprouts in Grand Junction, Colorado on 11/13. Wonderful apple!
Wendy Rem
So pretty and tasty, the inside was a surprise to me! I bought mine at Sprouts in San Diego on Nov. 15th. YUM!
Jeff Dombrowski
Fresh market in crystal lake Illinois
Dave
Great Apple. Very red interior. Tasty!!! Found at Sprouts, Glendale, AZ.
Maria
Tried and loved Lucy Rose Apples!!!!
Found them at Sprouts in Mesa Arizona. Unfortunately, when I went back to get more apples they said I would have to wait till next year to get them as they would not be getting anymore in.?
Next year I will stock up!
YL Jackson
This apple is pretty tasty. You can taste the berry notes and it is definitely less juicy than others. I found them at Harmons in St. George Utah.
judy
I would love to try the LUCY ROSE APPLE as it sounds and looks delicious, and also my beautiful 3 year granddaughters name is Lucy Rose so I think it sound like the perfect apple! I would like to know when they are in season next time.
Thank You
Judy
Eric Samuelson
Thanks for sharing. I shopped at Harmons once when passing through St. George. Great store and a beautiful town.
Eric Samuelson
How sweet. Would be fun to enjoy one with her. Start looking for them in early December or right after Thanksgiving. I have still seen a few around in January but they are becoming very hard to find now.
Lucy
I have to thank the cashier woman/lady that told me about these apples today! I have yet to try them, she mentioned them and showed me her beautiful Lucy Rose apple she purchased, when I was putting my organic Fuji apples in my reusable bag at smaller Sprouts in Cedar Hill, TX! I am definitely going back to get some tomorrow before they run out. She made me aware they are seasonal so I definitely don’t want to wait a whole year to try them!
Eric Samuelson
Give that cashier a raise! Glad you discovered them.
Sandy
We found both Lucy Glo and Lucy Rose at a Sprouts in Green Valley, AZ. Being from Washington State, we love our apples. So happy to find this delicious apple and looking forward to pairing it with some cheese and wine.
Cathi Thompson
Safeway in Eugene OR has these beauties!
Christy sanders
I'm from Alabama and I just found them here. My first time trying them and loved them
Trudy W Schuett
I found Lucy Rose apples on sale at my local Sprouts starting today. (Cave Creek, AZ) Haven't tried them yet, but I'm going to!