Description
Fresh Royal Gala Apple, available locally in our Farm Shop in Bellaghy, Mid Ulster area.
🍎 Royal Gala Apple: A Sweet Classic
The Royal Gala apple is a popular dessert variety known for its vibrant appearance and delicious flavor. Here’s what makes it stand out:
🌈 Appearance
- Medium-sized with a round to slightly conical shape
- Thin skin with a deep red blush over a yellow-orange base
- Often lightly striped or mottled
🍐 Flavor & Texture
- Sweet, succulent taste with pear-like and floral notes
- Crisp and juicy flesh that resists browning
- Mild acidity balances the sweetness
🧀 Culinary Uses
- Excellent for fresh eating and snacking
- Pairs well with bold flavors like brie, caramelized onions, and herbs
- Great in salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards
- Holds up well in baking—ideal for crumbles, tarts, and pies
🌱 Growing Info
- Originated in New Zealand as a sport (mutation) of the Gala apple
- Self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination
- Produces regular, heavy crops of smallish apples
- Harvested in late summer to early autumn in the Northern Hemisphere
👑 Fun Fact
The name “Royal Gala” was inspired by Queen Elizabeth II, who reportedly enjoyed the apple during a visit to New Zealand—earning it a regal title
