Parker's Amazing Applesauce is made entirely from rejected fruit, and that's a beautiful thing
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Dias sources these apples from New England farms, such as Foppema's Farm in Northbridge, Clark Brothers Orchard in Ashfield, and Lyman Orchards in Middlefield, Conn., among others. The upcycled applesauce is made from varying blends, including classic Macintosh and sweet Cortland, and each batch has its own unique flavor profile. 'Every batch of 200 gallons, or 1,000 jars, is different,' he says.
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So why the name Parker's Amazing? That's a nod to Dias's 60-pound, adorable rescue mutt — a mix of pit bull, Labrador, spaniel, and Rottweiler — who's been his co-pilot and unofficial business ambassador for over a decade. 'Parker has been my wheelman and travels with me pretty much every day
and is a welcomed guest wherever he goes,' says Dias.
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Last year, Parker faced cancer and had a leg amputated. 'The way that he bounced back and the resilience he showed inspired me to make a resilient product to honor him,' says his owner.
A portion of profits from the sale of Parker's Amazing Applesauce goes to animal welfare organizations, such as MSPCA-Angell (about $7 for 24 ounces).
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