Organic
Swiss Gourmet Apple
"Experience the taste of the Swiss Alps"
Renowned for their crunchy texture and sweet flavor, Swiss Gourmet Apples are a premium variety of Malus domestica, carefully cultivated to deliver a unique and refreshing taste experience.
Also known as
Swiss Gourmet, Royal Swiss, Swiss Red
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93067
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
Switzerland
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Swiss Gourmet Apple
With a vibrant red color and firm texture, Swiss Gourmet Apples are rich in antioxidants, fiber, and essential vitamins. The variety thrives in Switzerland's favorable climate and is mostly consumed fresh or used for high-end culinary preparations.
Nutrition Information
Swiss Gourmet Apple is rich in nutrients and offers several health benefits. Here are the approximate nutrition facts for 100 grams of Swiss Gourmet Apple:
Energy: 52 kcal
Protein: 0.3 grams
Fat: 0.2 grams
Carbohydrates: 13.8 grams
Fiber: 2.4 grams
Sugar: 9.5 grams
Sodium: 0 milligrams
Potassium: 154 milligrams
Vitamin C: 4.6 milligrams
Vitamin K: 4 micrograms
Folate: 3.5 micrograms
Vitamin A: negligible amount
Vitamin B6: 0.039 milligrams
Magnesium: 5 milligrams
Manganese: 0.067 milligrams
Phosphorus: 11 milligrams
Copper: 0.03 milligrams
Iron: 0.12 milligrams
Zinc: 0.05 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated crates or bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. 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: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
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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