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McIntosh

Classic Crunch, Timeless Taste.
Your grandma’s first choice for baking and apple sauce making.

Description

The McIntosh apple has long been a beloved choice for grandma’s apple pies and homemade applesauce. First discovered by John McIntosh on his farm in Upper Canada in the 1800s, this apple has become a staple of North American tradition. With tender, juicy flesh and a red (sometimes with a green blush) skin, its spicy, aromatic flavor makes it a favorite among shoppers in the produce aisle.

Fun Fact: The famous Macintosh computer from Apple Inc. was named after this apple—the inventor’s favorite snack!

Flavor Meter

Sweet
Tart

Tasting Notes

A tender, juicy bite with a bright balance of sweet and tart flavors.

Growing Regions

MI
We offer McIntosh apples grown in Michigan.

Months Available

September - May

Resources

McIntosh Sell Sheet

McIntosh Sell Sheet

Seasonal Availability

Seasonal Availability

Sweet to Tart Chart

Sweet to Tart Chart

Apple Varieties

    Granny Smith

    Crisp, tart, and refreshingly juicy.
    Gingergold
    MI

    Ginger Gold

    Juicy mild sweetness with a subtle spiced flavor, and smooth, tart finish.
    MI

    Braeburn

    A lively balance of sweet and tart flavors.
    Jonathan
    MI

    Jonathan

    Loved for generations, bold flavor and versatility uses.
    Golden Delicious
    MI

    Golden Delicious

    Smooth and mellow with a honey-like sweetness, hints of pear and vanilla.
    Red Delicious
    MI

    Red Delicious

    Mildly sweet with subtle melon undertones, a juicy bite with soft, crisp texture.
    Jonagold
    MI

    Jonagold

    Rich, honeyed sweetness with lively notes of citrus and subtle spicy finish.
    McIntosh
    MI

    McIntosh

    A tender, juicy bite with a bright balance of sweet and tart flavors.
    Fuji
    MI

    Fuji

    A juicy, crisp bite with a rich sweetness that’s both mellow and refreshing.
    Gala
    MI

    Gala

    A gentle sweetness with subtle floral and honeyed undertones. The everyday apple.
    Honeycrisp
    MI

    Honeycrisp

    Crisp and explosively juicy, offering a vibrant balance of sweet and tart flavors.
    Ambrosia
    MI

    Ambrosia

    A mellow-sweet marvel, it leaves you with a refreshing and satisfying taste.

    Cosmic Crisp®

    Crisp texture and striking color, an apple to take you out of this world!

    Sweetie™

    A dense, crisp flesh with mild sweet flavors.

    Opal®

    Crisp, sweet, and naturally non-browning.
    Cripps Pink/Pink Lady®
    MI

    Cripps Pink/Pink Lady®

    Delicate rose and floral flavors with a tart bite and a sweet finish.
    RubyFrost®
    NY

    RubyFrost®

    Pretty. Delicious.
    SnapDragon™
    NY

    SnapDragon™

    A Monster Crunch.
    EverCrisp®
    MI

    EverCrisp®

    Sweet, crunchy, and long-lasting.
    KIKU®
    MI

    KIKU®

    A perfect harmony of sweet and tangy to wake up your tastebuds.