Our Asian Pear Varieties
Did you know? Subarashii Kudamono has cultivated seven exclusive Asian Pear varieties, each grown in our Pennsylvania orchard and available nowhere else in the world.
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AnaSan
Asian Pear
Flavor profile: Warm cinnamon, honeycomb, and simple syrup sweetness.
Texture: Juicy and tender with a soft bite. Reminiscent of the flesh of a perfectly ripe melon.
Pair with: Roasted and salted Marcona almonds, green olives, aged gouda, a chilled vodka martini.
Harvest Begins: Late September.
AsaJu
Asian Pear
Flavor Profile: Subtle and sophisticated with hints of un-oaked Chardonnay, honeydew melon, and plum.
Texture: Distinctly thin skin with a tender, soft bite.
Pair with: Dried apricots and figs, chèvre, water crackers, lightly smoked nuts.
Harvest Begins: Late August.
EliSan
Asian Pear
Flavor Profile: Tart and tropical. Think kiwi, Granny Smith apple, and citrus.
Texture: Crisp and firm, reminiscent of a traditional European pear.
Pair with: White fish, an herby chimichurri, grilled meat.
Harvest Begins: September.
JunoSan
Asian Pear
Flavor Profile: Honeycrisp apple, citrus zest, and top-shelf tequila.
Texture: Supremely crisp, balanced by a refreshing juiciness.
Pair with: Brie, sourdough bread, prosciutto, a glass of crisp white wine.
Harvest Begins: Mid-September.
LilySan
Asian Pear
Flavor Profile: Floral, semi-sweet. A flute of champagne, honeysuckle.
Texture: Rich and fleshy. Ideal for baking and caramelizing.
Pair with: Raw milk cheddar, lemon curd, all-butter pastry.
Harvest Begins: Late October.
RuthiSan
Asian Pear
Flavor Profile: Summery white sangria, grapefruit, and mellow golden raisin.
Texture: Crisp and refreshing, with a layer of complexity in the fruit’s skin.
Pair with: Buffalo mozzarella, balsamic vinegar, cracked black pepper, and cured meats.
Harvest Begins: September.
SuSan
Asian Pear
Flavor Profile: Port wine, mead, lingonberry, with a hint of citrus.
Texture: Sturdy skin, luscious, soft flesh that’s excellent for baking.
Pair With: Vanilla bean ice cream, fresh berries, cinnamon streusel, spiced poached pears.
Harvest Begins: Late October.
