Esopus Spitzenburg apples

Esopus Spitzenburg is an old American apple variety that was discovered in the late 1700s near Esopus in New York’s Hudson Valley. The apples are harvested from September through October, and the flavors improve after picking. The texture of the flesh is crisp, tender, and firm, while the aromas are intense and slightly spicy.

These are some of the best dessert apples and it’s recommended to use them for baking. Esopus Spitzenburg apples keep well, and the Spitzenburg part of their name refers to a local mountain in Hudson Valley.