Empire

A native-New Yorker, the Empire is appropriately named and was developed at Cornell University in 1966. A combination of Red Delicious and McIntosh, it’s a sweet and tart combination that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.

Months Available

September - May

Flavor Profile

Sweet

Tart

Best Used for

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  Baking

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  Cooking

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  Sandwiches and Salads

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  Snacking