Fallawater

Why you should be excited

Fallawater is an old Pensylvania apple that went on to be popular in the U.S. south back in the 19th century.

The story of Fallwater

I generally try to avoid choosing an apple variety due to its name. Well, Webster excepted. And maybe Bloody Ploughman.

Nobody can accuse me of that with Fallawater, as this is an old-timey sort of name, but not one that particularly demands attention. However, some of the other names this variety has gone by, well, they’re pretty good. Try Pharawader, Benjamite, Pfarver and Pim’s Beauty of the West just for four.

But my favourite alternative name for this variety is Molly Whopper. Yep, Molly Whopper is a name worth seeking out.

And Fallawater is an apple worth seeking out regardless of its name. As you might have guessed, this is large apple. It’s also one of very good eating quality, with a pleasant, sweet flavour and coarse texture.

Fallawater Facts

Its origins

Discovered in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, USA, before 1842.

Flavour, aroma, texture

The tender, coarse and juicy flesh is sweet and mild flavoured.

Appearance

The large apple is dull green, with red and bronze shading.

When they’re available

Mid-late season (usually in late September).

Quality for fresh eating

Good.

Quality for cooking

Mainly used for fresh eating.

Quality for cider

Not particularly known as a cider apple.

Keeping ability

Good (2 to 3 months when kept refrigerated).