Pink Lady

Pink Lady, the retail name for Cripps Pink, is a very firm, sweet-tart apple with a vibrant pink blush and floral aroma. First to bloom and last to be harvested, it mellows in storage before reaching shelves in late fall and holds up beautifully for snacking on the go.
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Sweetness Meter

How sweet is it?

Flavor Meter
5
TartBalancedSweet

Best uses

How to enjoy it?

Baking
Slices
Snacking

The Story

What makes it special

The first to bloom and the last to be picked, Pink Lady requires patience. The variety often tastes its most flavorful when given time to mellow in storage before bursting onto retail shelves.

Being a naturally very-firm apple, Pink Lady puts on no airs with a contingent of fans who sing its praises. The vibrantly pink apple has a sweet-tart flavor and thicker skin, making for a crunchier bite. Some say they experience a hint of mango or a citrusy flavor.

The variety is fantastic to take on the go as it holds up well in your purse, lunchbox or gym bag. Yet, Pink Lady can play the role of a cooking apple or be sliced up beautifully on a grazing board.

Key Facts

Specs at a glance

TasteTangy, sweet with a floral aroma
TextureVery firm, crisp
AppearanceBright pink blush
PeakOct 28

Available in pack sizes

  • Totes
  • Trays / Bulk
PLU Code—
GPC Code—
Peak HarvestOct 28
Window±1 week
Storage Temp34-36° F
AvailabilityNovember to August

Pack Sizes & UPC Codes

Pack Apple Size Grade UPC
3lb US Extra Fancy 7 36264 00198 8
5lb US Extra Fancy 7 36264 00376 0

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Frequently Asked

Good to know

I often cannot find Pink Lady until later in the year. Why is that?

Pink Lady apples are the last to be harvested, which can be as late as November.

In addition to that, many apple marketers like to store Pink Lady apples to let the apple mellow a bit before sending to retail stores for consumption.

This will vary year to year, but Pink Lady apples are often very firm. While awaiting their turn to be packed, the storage can soften the bite and bring out the flavors.

I've heard Pink Lady referred to as a Club Apple. What does that mean?

At one time, Pink Lady was a Club Apple. When a new variety is developed, the breeder may charge a royalty to other growers to grow them. The royalties support the research and development that went into the variety, but also marketing support to promote the new variety. However, like a trademark, that window of protection expires. Pink Lady is no longer considered a Club variety.

Does Pink Lady have another name?

Pink Lady was the brand name of the Cripps Pink variety developed in Australia.

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