Providence Apples
A New Red-Fleshed Apple for Cider & Processing
Providence is a newly developed crab apple variety designed for the cider and processing industry. With its striking cherry-red juice, bright acidity and stable colour profile, it offers unique opportunities for product differentiation in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic markets.
Why Providence?
- Vibrant Colour: Produces a deep crimson-red juice ideal for rosé-style ciders and eye-catching beverages.
- Distinct Flavour: A refreshing, bright acidity perfect on its own or in blends for more complexity.
- Versatile Applications
- Rosé-style ciders
- Non-alcoholic sours
- Mixers and carbonated drinks
- Specialty products like crab apple jelly
Juice Characteristics
| Attribute | Value |
| Colour | Crimson red |
| Juice extraction efficiency | 809 L / tonne fruit |
| BRIX % | 12% |
| pH | 3.0 - 3.5 |
| Titratable acidity | 6 - 12 g/L (Malic acid equivalent) |
| Polyphenols | 954 mg/mL gallic acid equivalent (high) |
| Colour stability | Stable pre- and post-fermentation in trials |
Data from one growing season; results may vary with management practices.
Status
- Fruit available for testing, trials or product development (limited quantities.)
- Trees available from Warwick Orchards & Nursery (CAN) and Willow Drive Nursery (US).
- Variety available for non-exclusive licensing in North America.
- Variety available for exclusive licensing outside North America.
Additional Resources
Specification Sheet
Access comprehensive technical data and field performance information for this variety.
3D Model
3D image of Providence apple tree in established orchard at the Ontario Crops Research Centre - Simcoe.
Interested in Providence?
Connect with our team at the University of Guelph to explore licensing opportunities and request samples.
