Akane apples

Akane is an apple variety originating from Japan, where it was introduced in 1970 as a cross between Jonathan and the obscure variety Worcester Pearmain. This dessert apple has a tart and invigorating flavor and an intense aroma. Beneath the thin skin, the texture of the flesh is crisp and juicy.

These apples are harvested from August through mid-September, but they don’t keep for long in storage. It’s recommended to use Akane apples in pies, and if the peels are left on, the apples make for great applesauce.