MacIntosh Apples
(Yes, we know – you mean McIntosh!)
The classic juicy, tender, tangy-sweet apple that’s been a Northeast favorite since 1811.
Yes – MacIntosh = McIntosh!
Same exact apple discovered by John McIntosh in 1811. Same juicy, tender, sweet-tart classic that makes the world’s best applesauce.
Why McIntosh Apples Are So Loved
• Perfect sweet-tart balance
• Snow-white tender flesh
• Deep red skin
• Grandma’s go-to for sauce & pies
• Breaks down perfectly
• One of our most complimented varieties
• Snow-white tender flesh
• Deep red skin
• Grandma’s go-to for sauce & pies
• Breaks down perfectly
• One of our most complimented varieties
History & Fun Facts
Discovered 1811 · Parent of Empire, Cortland, Macoun · Inspired the Apple Macintosh computer name!
McIntosh vs Other Apples
vs Honeycrisp – Softer, juicier, more tart
vs Fuji – Way less sweet, softer texture
vs Gala – Much tarter
vs Granny Smith – Sweeter, softer
vs Cortland – McIntosh is juicier & tangier
vs Macoun – Macoun is firmer & more complex
vs Winesap / Stayman – Winesap is spicier & firmer
vs Fuji – Way less sweet, softer texture
vs Gala – Much tarter
vs Granny Smith – Sweeter, softer
vs Cortland – McIntosh is juicier & tangier
vs Macoun – Macoun is firmer & more complex
vs Winesap / Stayman – Winesap is spicier & firmer
MacIntosh Apple Jokes
• Why did the MacIntosh break up with the Cortland? Too many core-rections!
• What did the McIntosh say to Granny Smith? “You may be green, but I’ve got classic crunch!”
• Why did the McIntosh go to the doctor? Feeling a bit bruised!
• How does a McIntosh keep its cool? Takes a dip in the cider bath!
• What did the McIntosh say to Granny Smith? “You may be green, but I’ve got classic crunch!”
• Why did the McIntosh go to the doctor? Feeling a bit bruised!
• How does a McIntosh keep its cool? Takes a dip in the cider bath!
