Shinko Asian Pears
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Description/Taste
Shinko Asian pears have a golden yellow skin speckled with small brown spots. They have a round squat shape similar to that of an apple. Prized for their crunchy texture the creamy white flesh of the Asian pear is exceptionally juicy with a sweet low acid flavor and fragrant aroma. Unlike regular pears, Asian pears are sold ripe and maintain their crisp texture long after being picked. Careful handling must be practiced when picking, packing and transporting Asian pears as their delicate skin bruises and becomes discolored easily.
Current Facts
The Asian pear is known by many names including Nashi, Japanese pear, sand pear and Chinese pear. Though of no relation to apples, Asian pears are often referred to as apple pears because of their crisp and juicy apple like consistency. Shinko Asian pears mature during the first week of September and prized for their resistance to fire blight.
