Queen Anne Potato Supplier

Quick Overview

Queen Anne is a premium, dual-purpose potato variety prized for its smooth texture, buttery flavor, and versatility in both home kitchens and commercial food production. This medium-starch potato features an attractive oblong shape with golden-yellow skin and creamy yellow flesh that holds its structure well during cooking. Developed to offer the best balance between waxy and floury textures, Queen Anne performs exceptionally well when boiled, roasted, or fried, making it a favorite among chefs and home cooks alike. Its moderate starch content ensures it doesn’t become too mushy when boiled, yet it crisps up nicely when fried, offering a broad range of culinary applications. Due to its reliable yields and adaptability, Queen Anne has become a popular choice in both European and North American markets, particularly for gourmet and fresh produce sales.

Origin & History

Queen Anne was developed in the United Kingdom in the early 2000s as part of a breeding program aimed at creating a versatile, high-quality table potato with strong disease resistance. Named after the elegant 18th-century British monarch, this variety was designed to meet the demands of modern consumers seeking potatoes with excellent flavor and cooking performance. It quickly gained popularity in the UK and Ireland before expanding into Western Europe and North America, where it is now grown commercially. The variety was selectively bred to resist common potato diseases such as late blight and blackleg, reducing the need for chemical treatments. Today, Queen Anne is recognized as a premium all-purpose potato, favored by both farmers and culinary professionals for its consistency and superior taste.

Specifications

Queen Anne potatoes typically have a medium starch content (14–17%), placing them between waxy and floury varieties, which makes them adaptable for multiple cooking methods. The tubers are medium to large in size, averaging 120–200 grams, with an oblong shape and smooth, golden-yellow skin that requires minimal peeling. The flesh is firm, creamy yellow, and retains its shape well when boiled or steamed, making it ideal for salads and gourmet dishes. This variety has a growing season of 90–110 days and thrives in temperate climates with well-drained, fertile soil. Queen Anne also exhibits good resistance to bruising and moderate resistance to common diseases, ensuring high-quality yields with proper farm management.

Key Characteristics

1. Balanced Texture: The medium-starch content provides a smooth, creamy consistency when boiled or mashed while still crisping nicely when roasted or fried.
2. Superior Flavor: Known for its rich, buttery taste, Queen Anne enhances dishes without overpowering other ingredients, making it a chef’s favorite.
3. Uniform Shape & Appearance: The tubers have a consistent oblong shape with shallow eyes, reducing waste during peeling and improving presentation.
4. Disease Resistance: Demonstrates strong resistance to late blight and moderate resistance to blackleg, reducing reliance on pesticides.
5. Market Versatility: Suitable for fresh retail sales, food service, and gourmet applications due to its appealing look and reliable cooking performance.

Best Uses

Queen Anne is best classified as an all-around table potato, excelling in boiling, roasting, mashing, and frying, though it is not typically used for chips or starch production. Its balanced starch content ensures it holds its shape in potato salads while still being fluffy enough for creamy mashes, making it a go-to for home cooks and restaurants. The variety is particularly well-suited for roasting with herbs or olive oil, as it develops a golden, crispy exterior while remaining tender inside. While it can be used for frying, it is not the first choice for industrial chip production due to its moderate starch levels. Overall, Queen Anne is a premium, multipurpose potato ideal for fresh consumption and gourmet preparations.

Supply Availability

We are proud to offer Queen Anne potatoes either grown on our own farms or sourced from trusted partner growers in optimal climates. Our cultivation follows strict quality standards to ensure premium texture, flavor, and appearance for both retail and food service buyers. If local growing conditions are not ideal, we collaborate with specialized potato farmers in the UK and Europe to guarantee a consistent, year-round supply.