Description

Brandywine Tomatoes are medium to large in size and have a plump, round to oblate, flattened, curved shape. Brandywine tomatoes can weigh eight to 12 ounces and sometimes heavier. The tomato’s skin is thin, smooth, firm, and taut with a faint sheen. The surface is also covered in ridges, giving the skin an irregular, folded, or creased appearance. Underneath the surface, the red flesh is dense and has portions of tender, succulent meat filled with chambers of gelatinous liquid. The flesh encases only a few edible seeds and is soft and juicy. Brandywine Tomatoes release a strong, fruity, floral, and savory aroma. The tomatoes can be eaten raw or cooked and have a sweet, earthy, and subtly bitter taste balanced with low acidity. Darker Brandywine Tomatoes are said to have a sweeter, richer taste, while lighter-hued tomatoes are noted for their tangier flavors.

Brandywine Tomatoes are a source of vitamin C to boost the immune system, fiber, and potassium. The variety also provides vitamins A and D, phosphorus, small amounts of zinc, and lycopene, an antioxidant that protects cells against the damage caused by free radicals.