Apple - Crimson Crisp 7 gallon

The CrimsonCrisp® apple is a relatively newer apple variety prized for its bold red color, extremely crisp texture, and tangy-sweet flavor. Here's everything you might want to know about it:

🍎 CrimsonCrisp Apple Overview

• Origin: Bred by the Cooperative Apple Breeding Program (a collaboration between Purdue University, Rutgers University, and the University of Illinois).

• Released: Officially introduced in the mid-2000s.

• Parentage: A complex hybrid involving multiple varieties; one known parent is Co-op 39.

• Trademarked Name: CrimsonCrisp® (often stylized this way).

🌟 Appearance

• Color: Deep crimson to dark red, often with light striping or a waxy bloom.

• Size & Shape: Medium-sized, round and slightly conical.

• Skin: Thick and firm, with a glossy finish.

🍬 Flavor and Texture

• Taste: Very crisp, juicy, and refreshingly tart, with a nice balance of sweetness.

• Texture: Super crunchy and firm – a standout trait.

• Aroma: Mild and fruity, not overpowering.

🧁 Best Uses

• Eating fresh: Perfect for snacking — think of it as a “bite-and-crunch” apple.

• Lunchboxes: Doesn’t bruise easily and holds up well over time.

• Salads: Excellent due to its firm flesh and slow browning.

• Baking: Suitable for pies or crisps, though the flavor is sharper than classic baking apples.

🧊 Season & Storage

• Harvest: Mid to late September.

• Storage: Keeps very well in cold storage, often staying crisp and flavorful into late winter.