Apples

the apples we find joy in growing

Tasting Notes

Floral, very little acidity, mellow, sweet, honey-like, ripe juiciness, fine-but-firm texture, rosy blush peel, aromatic with tropical notes of pear, honey, and banana

Ambrosia

Discovered by Canadian orchardists in the 1990s, these “fruit of the gods” Ambrosia apples have a little bit of a mysterious background, being found as a voluntary sapling at a row end of Jonagold trees. Known for their sweet honey-like flavor with notes of floral & pear with very little acidity, these Ambrosia apples can be used in place of any apple when working with recipes, sauces, beverages, snack trays, and more! When used in recipes, they are sweet enough to reduce the sugar needed, resist browning so do not require lemon juice, plus the thin skin doesn’t need peeled – adding to the crunch!

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Floral, very little acidity, mellow, sweet, honey-like, ripe juiciness, fine-but-firm texture, rosy blush peel, aromatic with tropical notes of pear, honey, and banana

Ambrosia

Discovered by Canadian orchardists in the 1990s, these “fruit of the gods” Ambrosia apples have a little bit of a mysterious background, being found as a voluntary sapling at a row end of Jonagold trees. Known for their sweet honey-like flavor with notes of floral & pear with very little acidity, these Ambrosia apples can be used in place of any apple when working with recipes, sauces, beverages, snack trays, and more! When used in recipes, they are sweet enough to reduce the sugar needed, resist browning so do not require lemon juice, plus the thin skin doesn’t need peeled – adding to the crunch!

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Tart							Sweet

Braeburn

In 1952, the delicious Braeburn was discovered as a wild seedling tree in New Zealand. “Autumn in an apple”, Braeburn flavor notes include nutmeg & cinnamon plus a zesty tang, definitely not one of the sweeter varieties.

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Cinnamon, nutmeg, sweet & tart without sugared honey taste, citrus-like zesty acidic tang, spice, pear, juicy tangy, firm crunchy

Tasting Notes

Cinnamon, nutmeg, sweet & tart without sugared honey taste, citrus-like zesty acidic tang, spice, pear, juicy tangy, firm crunchy

Braeburn

In 1952, the delicious Braeburn was discovered as a wild seedling tree in New Zealand. “Autumn in an apple”, Braeburn flavor notes include nutmeg & cinnamon plus a zesty tang, definitely not one of the sweeter varieties.

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Tart						Sweet

Tasting Notes

Honey, citrusy, pear, sugary-sweet resembling fresh-pressed apple juice, fresh aroma, crisp delightful tartness, fruity pizzazz, honey sweet, mild acidity

Fuji

Standing out as the sweetest snacking variety, Fuji apples do indeed hold the highest sugar content along with notes of pear, citrus & honey. They also hold their shape well as an addition to baking recipes! These favorite Fuji apples have a satisfying crunch and store very nicely.

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Honey, citrusy, pear, sugary-sweet resembling fresh-pressed apple juice, fresh aroma, crisp delightful tartness, fruity pizzazz, honey sweet, mild acidity

Fuji

Standing out as the sweetest snacking variety, Fuji apples do indeed hold the highest sugar content along with notes of pear, citrus & honey. They also hold their shape well as an addition to baking recipes! These favorite Fuji apples have a satisfying crunch and store very nicely.

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Tart						Sweet

Gala

Did you know that more Gala apples are grown in the US than any other variety? The Gala apple’s mild flavor makes it a great choice for adding to other snacks and dishes as it compliments well and isn’t overpowering. Use their beautiful color to brighten up any recipe!

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Pear-like, floral aroma, mildly sweet, almost no tartness, tropical hints

Tasting Notes

Pear-like, floral aroma, mildly sweet, almost no tartness, tropical hints

Gala

Did you know that more Gala apples are grown in the US than any other variety? The Gala apple’s mild flavor makes it a great choice for adding to other snacks and dishes as it compliments well and isn’t overpowering. Use their beautiful color to brighten up any recipe!

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Tart						Sweet

Tasting Notes

Sweet, spicy apple cider, sweet like honey and slightly tart but not bitter, honeyed, sweet-tart, balanced, gentle hint of spice, pear-like, mellow, comparatively little acidity

Golden Delicious

Only the best apples are grown in our orchards, and Golden Delicious is one of the favorite classics to always make our list! Easy to spot with their unique yellow & lightly speckled skin, these apples are sweet & spicy enough to be great for snacking, baking, or anything your heart desires. Add these Golden Delicious beauties to your next shopping list!

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Sweet, spicy apple cider, sweet like honey and slightly tart but not bitter, honeyed, sweet-tart, balanced, gentle hint of spice, pear-like, mellow, comparatively little acidity

Golden Delicious

Only the best apples are grown in our orchards, and Golden Delicious is one of the favorite classics to always make our list! Easy to spot with their unique yellow & lightly speckled skin, these apples are sweet & spicy enough to be great for snacking, baking, or anything your heart desires. Add these Golden Delicious beauties to your next shopping list!

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Tart						Sweet

Granny Smith

Maybe one of the best known apples, the Granny Smith is easy to recognize with its bright green color and famous sour-tart green apple flavor. These dense apples are fantastic for cooking and are commonly chosen as pairings for savory dishes or as a main staple in baked apple pies. These gorgeous Granny Smith apples are also fabulous for storing long term, too!

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Lime and grapefruit, tart and crisp, citrusy-tart, acidic, uncompromising, sharp taste, famous sour green apple flavor

Tasting Notes

Lime and grapefruit, tart and crisp, citrusy-tart, acidic, uncompromising, sharp taste, famous sour green apple flavor

Granny Smith

Maybe one of the best known apples, the Granny Smith is easy to recognize with its bright green color and famous sour-tart green apple flavor. These dense apples are fantastic for cooking and are commonly chosen as pairings for savory dishes or as a main staple in baked apple pies. These gorgeous Granny Smith apples are also fabulous for storing long term, too!

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Tart						Sweet

Tasting Notes

Sharp edge of syrupy sweetness, sweet-tart, mildly aromatic, little trace of acidity, trace pear-drop, clean sweet flavor, subtly tangy, bred for balanced taste, light berry flavor

Honeycrisp

During apple season, Honeycrisp are one of the most sought after for fresh snacking with their balanced sweet-tart flavor and perfect juicy, crisp crunch due to larger cells in their flesh. Their unique mix of light berry, trace of acidity, and syrupy sweetness make them a favorite among kids and chefs alike. Look for these Honeycrisp apples in season with a vertical red blush over a hint of green on your next trip to your local produce section.

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Sharp edge of syrupy sweetness, sweet-tart, mildly aromatic, little trace of acidity, trace pear-drop, clean sweet flavor, subtly tangy, bred for balanced taste, light berry flavor

Honeycrisp

During apple season, Honeycrisp are one of the most sought after for fresh snacking with their balanced sweet-tart flavor and perfect juicy, crisp crunch due to larger cells in their flesh. Their unique mix of light berry, trace of acidity, and syrupy sweetness make them a favorite among kids and chefs alike. Look for these Honeycrisp apples in season with a vertical red blush over a hint of green on your next trip to your local produce section.

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Tart						Sweet

Pink Lady®

From its smoothly blended streaks of yellow, green, & pink exterior, you may not guess the incredible pack of flavor awaiting you inside the Pink Lady apple! On the tangy side, it comes with a tart, spice, rose flavor with a floral honeyed finish and a zing “champagne-like burst of fizz.” Use this Pink Lady apple for fresh snacking, incorporating into pies & tarts, or creating your very own homemade applesauce!

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

Sweet-tart, effervescent, dense, more tangy than sweet, tart flavor, honey, spice, & rose, floral honeyed finish, zippy balanced, divine dessert apple, “Gala with a zing!”, champagne-like burst of fizz, high sugar, high acid, bubbly

Tasting Notes

Sweet-tart, effervescent, dense, more tangy than sweet, tart flavor, honey, spice, & rose, floral honeyed finish, zippy balanced, divine dessert apple, “Gala with a zing!”, champagne-like burst of fizz, high sugar, high acid, bubbly

Pink Lady®

From its smoothly blended streaks of yellow, green, & pink exterior, you may not guess the incredible pack of flavor awaiting you inside the Pink Lady apple! On the tangy side, it comes with a tart, spice, rose flavor with a floral honeyed finish and a zing “champagne-like burst of fizz.” Use this Pink Lady apple for fresh snacking, incorporating into pies & tarts, or creating your very own homemade applesauce!

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Tart						Sweet

Tasting Notes

sweet but very mild, reminiscent of an over-ripe melon, hint of acidity

Red Delicious

The Red Delicious has been an American staple for well over a 100 years. With its bright red skin, classic coke-bottle shape, and mildly sweet flavor with just a hint of acidity, the Red Delicious is one of the most recognizable apples on the market. Use this for a pop of color in your fruit bowl or your next recipe!

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Tart											Sweet

Tasting Notes

sweet but very mild, reminiscent of an over-ripe melon, hint of acidity

Red Delicious

The Red Delicious has been an American staple for well over a 100 years. With its bright red skin, classic coke-bottle shape, and mildly sweet flavor with just a hint of acidity, the Red Delicious is one of the most recognizable apples on the market. Use this for a pop of color in your fruit bowl or your next recipe!