Cap o' Liberty Scionwood

Graft a Rare English Bittersharp Worth Seeking Out

Cap o' Liberty is one of the lesser-known gems of the English cider apple tradition — a bittersharp variety that rewards the grower with a juice of genuine character. Firm in tannin and lively in acidity, it produces a cider with real bite and structure, bright enough to lift a blend and complex enough to stand on its own. It's the kind of variety that serious orchard builders seek out precisely because so few others have it.

We offer Cap o' Liberty as scionwood — freshly cut grafting wood from our own trees here at The Orchard Point Prim on Prince Edward Island. Each stick is approximately 4 inches long with a minimum of 3 healthy buds, ready to graft onto your rootstock of choice.

• Classification: Bittersharp
• Flavour profile: Crisp apple, bright acidity, firm tannin, and a clean, dry finish
• Best for: Single-varietal ciders, blending for acidity and tannin, traditional dry styles
• Tannin: Medium-high | Acidity: High | Sugar: Medium-high

Scionwood is sold in 4-inch sticks with a minimum of 3 buds per stick. Order early — scionwood is harvested seasonally and quantities are limited.