How did the Walton taste?
What happened to the outside skin with the markings?
This was my first taste of Walton, and I only had two fruits to try. I should have several dozen to compare in about 6-8 months. The tree is loaded with small fruits right now. The tree is about 5 years old.
These first two fruits were excellent. The custard flavor was more pronounced in these fruits compared to others I’ve had, mixed with the usual white sapote flavors. The fruits were on the brighter flavor profile side, which I think some folks compare to citrus notes. The skin had some russeting, which seemed to be from a concentration of sugars near the skin, resulting in a sort of crunchy, sweet skin. The skin was a little thick/tough due to the russeting, and I didn’t find it appealing to eat. There was no bitterness in any parts of the fruit. I think it’s one of the better cultivars I’ve tried, but most white sapotes taste that way when I’m eating them! 😂