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.

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.

Availability

• September
  through August