Organic
Ambrosia Apple
"The ultimate sweet treat for any time of the year."
The Ambrosia Apple is a sweet, juicy, and crunchy variety renowned for its exceptional flavor and long shelf life.
Also known as
Ambrosia, Sloane's Apple, B.C. Apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93438
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › All other sizes
Origin
British Columbia, Canada
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Ambrosia Apple
Developed in the 1990s in British Columbia, Canada, by crossing Red Delicious and McIntosh apples. The Ambrosia apple is distinguished by its tender skin with red and yellow hues, offering a succulent taste and aromatic bouquet.
Nutrition Information
Ambrosia apples are a nutrient-rich fruit, providing various essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Here are some key nutrition facts for Ambrosia apples per 100 grams serving:
Energy is approximately 52 kcal.
Carbohydrates are about 13.8 grams,
Fiber is roughly 2.1 grams.
Protein content is 0.26 grams.
The fat content is 0.17 grams.
Ambrosia apples are a good source of vitamin C with about 4.6 milligrams and also contain potassium with approximately 107 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
Air-permeable packaging to maintain humidity and prevent decay
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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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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