Picking time: ~Sep 7th-Oct 7th 

One of the many offspring of McIntosh apples. It combines the sweet flavor of the McIntosh with the cold hardiness of its other parent, Ben Davis. Cortland apples are medium to large in size, and often rather flat in shape. They are bright red and covered with dark red streaks; often they are capped with a green blush. Their crisp, finely-grained snow white flesh is exceptionally juicy with a sharp, sweet-tart, vinous flavor. Excellent for eating, salads, sauces, pies and baking. Good for freezing. Cortland apples are wonderful for kabobs, fruit plates and garnishes because they don't turn brown quickly when cut.