What it tastes like
Defined sweet-tart flavor, firm texture, and versatile character
At a glance
Late fall/Malus domestica 'Braeburn'
Braeburn
Braeburn is a versatile apple with clearly defined sweetness and acidity.
Bold sweet-tart flavor for broad use
- Origin
- New Zealand
- Season
- Late fall
- Scientific name
- Malus domestica 'Braeburn'
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Quick answers
Quick answers
Best for
Use it fresh, baked, or in salads when you want flavor presence.
When it is in season
Late fall
How long it keeps
About 4-6 weeks refrigerated
Taste and texture profile
Taste and texture profile
Sweetness
4/5Sweetness is clear and paired with acidity.
Acidity
4/5Acidity is also strong, sharpening the flavor.
Crunchiness
4/5Firm crunch supports the profile.
Juiciness
4/5Juiciness is dependable.
Best uses
Best uses
Use it fresh, baked, or in salads when you want flavor presence.
Fresh
Baking
Salad
Flavor profile
Defined sweet-tart flavor, firm texture, and versatile character
Storage life
Storage life
About 4-6 weeks refrigerated
History
History
The MVP seed records Braeburn as a New Zealand-origin variety. Peekapple treats it as a clearly sweet-tart all-rounder.
Sources
Sources
- Variety guideUSAppleUSApple Braeburn variety guide
USApple
- Photo recordNational Fruit CollectionBraeburn variety record
National Fruit Collection