SnapDragon Apples From New York State Arrive Just In Time For Fall
October 19, 2015 | 2 min to read
Rochester, NY – Apples are synonymous with fall and this year shoppers will not be disappointed when they find the newest New York apple variety, SnapDragon, available at retailers throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions starting in October.
SnapDragon apples are born and bred exclusively in New York State and known for their crispy texture, juiciness, and extra sweet flavor courtesy of their parent, the popular Honeycrisp.
Known for their "monster crunch" SnapDragon will be available as loose stickered apples or in 2 pound bags. Many retailers will offer special in-store demo tastings and signage to encourage shoppers to try this exciting new variety. It's possible that shoppers might even have a chance to meet some of the apple growers that bring these delicious apples to market during in-store samplings.
Apple grower and marketing committee chair for Crunch Time Apple Growers, Mark Russell, remarked, "Apples continue to be one of the most popular fruits – due in part to new varieties that offer shoppers choices." Russell continued, "SnapDragon is the perfect snack apple sure to satisfy even the pickiest palate thanks to its crisp texture and extra sweet flavor – kids and adults alike rave about this apple and I absolutely love it!"
SnapDragon apples will launch in store in in early October and will be available for 8-12 weeks or while supplies last. This variety is also available at member farm markets throughout New York State. To learn more about this new variety, review recipe and pairing ideas, find a farm market near you and to meet the growers visit www.SnapDragonApple.com.
About Crunch Time Apple Growers
Developed by Cornell University, SnapDragon apples are a naturally selected and bred apple variety developed through traditional breeding practices. These apples, along with the new RubyFrost® variety, are grown exclusively in New York State by Crunch Time Apple Growers, who support Cornell's continued apple-breeding program.
Formed in 2010, Crunch Time Apple Growers is a grower-owned company united with the mission of introducing exclusive, premium flavor apples to the marketplace. The organization is comprised of 145 grower members in the state of New York, representing about 60% of the state's apple production.
Source: Crunch Time Apple Growers