Empire

With the popular Red Delicious and McIntosh for parents, Empire apples were destined to be a hit. It's a sweet-tart combination that's great for everything. The New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva introduced this new variety in 1966. Empire is one of our specialties

What's It Like?

• A wonderful blend of sweet and tart

• Juicy

• Very crisp, creamy white flesh

Best Uses

• Excellent for eating and salads

• Good for sauce, baking, pies and freezing

Special Hint

Small Empires are great for school lunches. Kids love Empire's sweet-tart taste and super crunchy texture.

Available September to July