Sweet Coppin

County Devon Bittersweet Cider Apple

            [Acid-low; Sugar-medium/high; Tannin-high]

Cider

Sweet, Refreshing

Physical Attributes:

• Shape: Medium-sized, round, somewhat lumpy
• Skin: Pale green-yellow
• Flesh: Soft, white flesh

Flavour:

            Devon style-cider flavor with low acidity and moderate level of tannins for a refreshing, light cider.

Neat History:

            Early 1700's in Exeter, Devon grown for cider though lost some popularity in the early 20^th century and has seen a resurgence in recent years.

Growing Attributes:

• Precocity: Moderate
• Vigour: Below average, semi-spreading
• Disease Tolerance: Average
• Zone Hardiness: 5 (Map link)
• Pollination Group: III (Chart) (Diploid, Self-Sterile)
• Cropping: Biennial tendency
• Picking Season: Late October
• Storage: Poor
• Special Care: Prefers cooler summers, spur bearing

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