Kanzi (apple)
| Kanzi® ('Nicoter') apple | |
|---|---|
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| Genus | Malus |
| Species | Malus domestica |
| Hybrid parentage | Braeburn & Gala |
| Cultivar | 'Nicoter' |
| Origin |
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The Kanzi is the trademark name[1] of the 'Nicoter'[2] modern bred cultivar of domesticated apple which has been developed in Belgium by "Better3Fruits" and "Greenstar Kanzi Europe" (GKE)[3] from a natural cross between a Gala apple and a Braeburn apple.[4] Kanzi is Swahili for "hidden treasure".[3]
The Kanzi apple shares the same parentage like the Jazz from New Zealand and both are considered of exceptional rich flavor and the flashy colours are quite similar. The Kanzi is still milder in taste, lighter in texture density and better in its more roundish shape. Tasters have voted for the Kanzi's light flavor above the more memorable Jazz, which has a more intense and heavy combination and its texture is harder. Kanzi is still also firm and fairly crisp, quite juicy, slightly sharp rather than sweet in taste, with a pleasant and mild flavor.[3] It is mainly used for fresh consumption.[5]
Kanzi first reached the European markets in 2006[5] and is already grown in the USA by a select group of farmers.[6] A limited crop first reached the US markets in 2014.[7]
References
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- ↑ kanziapple.com, retrieved 17 March 2016
- ↑ Making Sense of New Apple Varieties, Trademarks and Clubs
- 1 2 3 "Apple - Kanzi - tasting notes, identification, reviews". Orangepippin.com. Retrieved 2013-11-11.
- ↑ "Season starts for new Kanzi, Greenstar apple varieties". Stock Journal. Fairfax media. Retrieved 16 April 2014.
- 1 2 Cooks Info
- ↑ Bristol Farms
- ↑ PR/Web
