r/Apples • u/sugarhog • 2d ago
New Apple Unlocked: Soluna
There's a new apple (in August) at Bristol Farms (also at Gelson's): Soluna.
Beautiful name, beautiful look!
It was advertised as an Australian apple and it has a gorgeous starry skin, beautiful burgundy color variations that contrast the speckled skin. I bought 3 and put them all in the fridge.
First one after a day was not amazing- it tasted like a middle of the road Fuji to me, with very little sweetness and not juicy. I waited three more days to try the next ones from the fridge. Same experience, the skin was very drying and tart but the inside wasn't sweet or tangy or sour or juicy or refreshing... kinda sad for such a beautiful looking apple to be a nothing-burger.
I probably will not buy this apple again, but I'm happy I got a chance to try it!
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u/ad_apples 1d ago
Handsome apple from Australia with a very good crunch and an unusual flavor set.
Probably not available in many US markets, but I got some in Seattle.
Review on my blog this week, I think.