Captain John Broad

Captain John Broad is a traditional Cornish cider apple regarded as one of the finest old varieties from the region. It produces a quality bittersweet cider and can also be used for cooking and baking.

Features

• Bittersweet cider apple with good structure and depth of flavour
• Primarily used for cider production, also suitable for baking
• Very vigorous growth habit
• Heritage Cornish orchard variety with strong regional reputation

Origins / Notes

Originates from Cornwall and was once widely grown in the Golant area of the Tamar Valley in southern Cornwall. It is considered one of the classic traditional Cornish cider varieties.

Disease Resistance

Good resistance to apple scab.

Pollination Season

Mid-season

Harvesting Season

Late season, typically October to early November.

Storage

Keeps for up to 2 months in cold storage. Best used for cider production soon after harvest, with a short storage window allowing some softening of tannins.

Choosing your Rootstock

Please refer to our Rootstock Guide in the first instance.