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Description/Taste
Ananas Reinettes are on the small side, reaching around 2¼ inches. They are almost cylindrical, with some ribbing and a bright golden yellow skin covered in dark russeting. Some fruits have an orange blush over some of the surface. The light yellow flesh is crisp, juicy, and fine grained. The Ananas Reinette stands out most for its intense pineapple-like flavor, which develops toward the end of the season and over time in storage. There are also notes of honey, pear, citrus, and grapes. The sweetness of this apple also develops over time, though it maintains a pleasant acidity.
Seasons/Availability
Ananas Reinette apples are available fall through early winter.
Current Facts
The Ananas Reinette apple is a mid-season European variety of Malus domestica with a distinctive pineapple flavor. They are an old antique apple that is more popular in Europe, but can be found in the United States. The parentage of Ananas Reinette is unknown.
Nutritional Value
Apples such as the Ananas Reinette contain few calories and no cholesterol, sodium, or fat. They do contain several other beneficial nutrients, including small amounts of boron, Vitamin B, and various antioxidants. Apples are highest in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, and Vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system.
Applications
The Ananas Reinette is exceptional as an apple to eat out of hand because of its unique flavor. However, it has other uses, and can be cooked and juiced/made into cider. Eat on its own, bake into an unusually-flavored apple pie, or pear with a tangy goat milk feta cheese. This apple can be stored for up to two or three months, which improves the flavor.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The name Ananas Reinette describes this apple’s flavor and type. “Ananas” means “pineapple” in French, while “Reinette” (or “Little Queen”) generally refers to an apple with russeting. Although the name is French, they are thought to have originated from the Netherlands. Ananas Reinettes are most popular in northern Europe.
Geography/History
The exact origin of Ananas Reinette apples is unknown. They most likely originated in Netherlands or potentially France in the 1500s, though it was first recorded in 1821 by a German pomologist. They were more common in Germany in the 1800s, and remain more popular there than in the United States. They are most commonly grown in the temperate climates of central/northern Europe, such as Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium.
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