Organic
Golden Delicious Blush Apple
"Experience the perfect blend of sweet & tangy taste"
The Golden Delicious Blush apple variety is known for its vibrant red blush over a golden background, offering a sweet and tender eating experience. With a hint of vanilla flavor, this apple variety is ideal for snacking and cooking.
Also known as
Golden Delicious Blush, Golden Blush
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93005
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › All Sizes
Origin
Developed in West Virginia, United States
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Status
Approved
About Golden Delicious Blush Apple
This apple variety is a derivative of the Golden Delicious apple, crossing with a Red Delicious blush. They retain the classic flavor profile of Golden Delicious while adorned with the crimson blush colors of Red Delicious.
Nutrition Information
For a medium-sized Golden Delicious Blush Apple, approximately 130 grams, the nutrition facts are as follows:
Energy 95 kcal
Carbohydrates 24 grams
Fiber 4 grams
Protein 0.3 grams
Fat 0.5 grams
Vitamins include
A 98 IU
C 10 milligrams
E 0.2 milligrams
K 4 micrograms
Thiamin 0.02 milligrams
Riboflavin 0.03 milligrams
Niacin 0.1 milligrams
Pantothenic acid 0.3 milligrams
Vitamin B6 0.01 milligrams
Biotin 0.3 micrograms
Folate 3 micrograms
Minerals include
Calcium 4 milligrams
Copper 0.05 milligrams
Iron 0.5 milligrams
Magnesium 5 milligrams
Manganese 0.1 milligrams
Phosphorus 11 milligrams
Potassium 154 milligrams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Zinc 0.1 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Golden Delicious apples (air storage). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Must be stored in boxes or bags that allow for airflow to prevent moisture buildup. Recommended packaging: fiberboard boxes with polyethylene liners or mesh bags.
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Storage Notes: Golden Delicious shrivels faster than other varieties because of breaks in the cuticle. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: Golden Delicious apples (air storage).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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