What kind of apple is a SweeTango?

Minneiska cultivar
The SweeTango® brand Minneiska cultivar apple was developed through natural cross-pollination breeding methods in 2000 by researchers at the University of Minnesota. Introduced to the market in 2009, SweeTango® is the successor to the popular Honeycrisp apple. It’s part Honeycrisp and part Zestar®.

What are SweeTango apples used for?

The SweeTango™ apple is best for eating fresh, out-of-hand, though its flavor and texture are well-suited for tarts, pies and muffins. Add SweeTango™ apples to a Waldorf salad for an extra bit of sweetness and crunch. These apples make beautiful center-pieces because of the intense red and yellow color of the skin.

Are Tango apples sweet?

A cross between the popular Honeycrisp and Zestar apple, Sweet Tango offers us the best of both varieties. Upon the first bite, it delivers a satisfying crunch and a sweet-tart flavor.

What is the season for sweet Tango apples?

fall
SweeTango is a seasonal apple available each fall. You should look for SweeTango in your favorite stores from mid-August to early September into November and early December.

What do Tango apples taste like?

Flavor Like None Other SweeTango is crisp and sweet, with a lively touch of citrus, honey and spice. This apple offers unmatched texture – perfectly crunchy and satisfyingly juicy.

Are SweeTango apples good for applesauce?

Each type of apple adds a certain amount of sweet, tart and/or tang to homemade applesauce. I settled on the SweeTango for a couple reasons. Secondly, the flavor is a cross between a crunchy and sweet Honeycrisp (with a hint of citrus too) and a tart and tender McIntosh which are two types of apples I love.

When did the SweeTango apple tree come out?

SweeTango apples were introduced in 2009 when horticulturalists from the University of Minnesota bred a Honeycrisp with a Zestar using time-honored techniques. The offspring produced the Minneiska tree—a special tree that grows a seasonal apple harvested in early fall…the SweeTango!

What kind of apples are in SweeTango apples?

SweeTango® is the exclusive brand for a premium quality apple fruit. SweeTango® Minneiska Apples are produced from a new Minneiska variety developed by the University of Minnesota.

Where do they grow SweeTango apples in Washington?

SweeTango is grown by a cooperative of dedicated apple growers located in prime apple growing regions in the U.S. and Canada. Each has a unique background and an interesting story to tell. Take a moment to get to know the families bringing you your favorite fruit. Stemilt Growers Wenatchee, WA.

How much does a dwarf apple tree cost?

Please refer to the map below to find your zone. 3-in-1 Apple Tree. Starting at $79.95 4-in-1 Apple Tree. Starting at $94.95 Apple Seedlings. Starting at $34.95 Garden Delicious Apple Dwarf. Starting at $29.95

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