Gold Peach - Spain

Gold peaches are the archetypal peach. They are defined by their fuzzy thin skin, which is tinted with red, pink, and gold. When mature, the flesh is aromatic, luscious, and golden in hue. They are typically classed as a conventional peach, which implies the fruit has a real peach flavour that have an appealingly acidic edge that contrasts with their exquisite sweetness. Aside from eating them straight, its acid complexity makes them great for jams, pies, fresh salsas, and savoury salads.

STORAGE

In order for your peaches to ripen properly, do not refrigerate them. To identify if your peach is ripe, they will exude a lovely perfume is a definite sign that a peach is ready to be relished, so take a smell. No perfume often equates no taste, and an immature peach will not have a distinct fragrance. Peaches' fragrance increases as they ripen, and a fully ripe peach will have an aroma that is difficult to resist. Once your peaches have achieved your desired ripeness, then and only then should you store them in the refrigerator and they should live a further several days.

FUN FACTS & TIPS

The peach originated in China and has been grown at least since 1000 B.C.E. It has unique importance in Chinese culture: The peach tree and all all of its components–the wood, fruit, blooms and petals all bear diverse symbolic meanings in Chinese culture. The peach tree signifies longevity. The wood from the tree is thought to fend off evil, and ancient warriors created weapons from it. The petals of peach blossoms have a history of usage by Taoist magicians, and are said to plunge men into a deep trance of love. The peach tree flowers throughout spring and is regarded the perfect season for young couples to marry. The peach fruit, similar to the tree as a whole, signifies a long and healthy life. The fruit also has connotations of continuous living.

NUTRITION & HEALTH BENEFITS

• Fight off free radicals & reduce risk of cancer
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Promotes healthy skin by reducing age-related marks
• Keep your blood pressure & sugar levels steady
• Boost heart health
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Calm an upset stomach
• Help relieve stress
• Promote strong bones

• Reduce hair loss

A good source of vitamin C and fiber and are a source of vitamin A and beta-carotene, potassium, fluoride and iron, lutein, zeaxanthin and beta-cryptoxanthin.


Common Names: Prunus Persica Var. Platycarpa, Anjeer Peach, Custard Peach, Wild Peach, Stone Fruits, Drupes, Nucipersica, Apple of Persia, Yellow-fleshed peach, Gold-fleshed Peach, Stone Fruit, Var. Nectarina, Clingstone Peach, Freestone Peach, Peach Kernels, 

Táo Rén, 桃仁 ,白水蜜桃