11 popular apple varieties and how they differ in taste and texture
Apples are among the most beloved fruits worldwide, celebrated for their crisp texture, vibrant colours and diverse flavours. Each apple variety has distinct characteristics making it perfect for different preferences and occasions.
Golden Delicious Golden Delicious apples are known for their sweet, mild flavour and soft texture. Their yellow skin is distinctive and they are a favourite, versatile apple with a balanced flavour. They are also good for storage and are often selected for fresh eating. (Image: Canva)
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Fuji Fuji apples are large apples that are sweet, juicy, and firm. A great everyday apple can handle anything from snacking, baking, or mixing up platters. They are also great storage apples so that you can eat Fuji's long after harvest. (Image: Canva)
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Gala Gala apples small to medium in size and have a thin skin that is mild and sweet apple for those looking for a light apple in taste and texture. Their appearance with the streaks of bright red and yellow is also appealing if you were to bring the apple to the dinner table for all to enjoy. (Image: Canva)
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Honeycrisp The Honeycrisp apple is an apple which is sweet, crunchy, yet tart that is very popular for apple lovers that enjoy that satisfying crunch of a refreshing bite. In addition to the numerous honeycrisp fans, it is also a very juicy apple which is sought after in the industry and popular as a fresh apple. (Image: Canva)
Granny Smith A Granny Smith apple is a bright green tart, crunchy and firm apple that is for those who enjoy more of the sour/tart flavor. Many people enjoy them for cooking in desserts, and they store better than other apples. (Image: Canva)
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Red Delicious Red Delicious apples are characterized by their deep red skin and soft flesh with a mildly sweet flavor. They are visually stunning and typically eaten fresh. Red Delicious is a tad bit soft and lacks some varieties' crispness, but many still appreciate their sweetness.(Image: Canva)
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Pink Lady Pink Lady apples are sweet but a little tart and are crisp. Their pink blush skin not only adds to their appeal, but the refreshing flavour is also pleasant. These apples have a lengthy storage life and are consistent in flavour. (Image: Canva)
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McIntosh Though McIntosh apples have a little tartness and spice, their flesh is slightly softer than other varieties. The juicy and fragrant apple is unique amongst apples with their tender flesh. (Image: Canva)
Braeburn Braeburn apples have both a sweet and a tart flavor with a crunch inner flesh. Their unique taste makes them popular for many purposes. The apple has a hint of spicy flavour which makes them one-of-a-kind. (Image: Canva)
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Ambrosia Ambrosia apples are known for their uniquely fruity and honey flavor, along with crunchy and juicy flesh. They have an attractive, blush-pink color and yellow skin. Ambrosia is often appreciated for being naturally sweet and low in acid. (Image: Canva)
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Empire The Empire apple is a hybrid between the McIntosh and Red Delicious varieties. It has a firm, juicy texture and a sweet, tangy flavor. This hybrid apple is popular for its versatility and nice balance of flavors. (Image: Canva)
