What Is a Red Pear

Red Anjou pears, also sometimes called Red d’Anjou pears, were introduced to the market in the 1950’s after being discovered as a sport on a Green Anjou pear tree. Red Anjou pears taste similar to the green variety, but they offer a stunning, deep red color that adds a distinctive look to any dish that calls for pears.

What does a red pear taste like?

What do Red Anjou pears taste like? A ripe Red Anjou pear has a mild and sweet flavor with subtle hints of lemon and lime. There is a slightly tangy taste although this is much less pronounced than the overall sweetness. Its flesh is usually white or creamy with a dense, slightly gritty texture that is very juicy.

What does it mean when a pear is red?

The Yellow Bartlett’s skin transforms from green to yellow as it ripens, and the Red Bartlett ripens from a dark red to a brilliant red as it becomes sweeter and juicier during the ripening process. Remember, all pears ripen at room temperature!