An Australian original and one of the great apples of the world. The Granny Smith is unlike any other variety on the shelf. Bright green, firm, and bracingly tart with a clean acidity that no other apple quite matches. The small size is the ideal lunchbox apple or everyday snack.Granny Smiths are at their best from autumn through winter when they come off cool-climate trees at full flavour and maximum crispness. That is the time to buy them.Look for apples that are firm and deeply green with no soft spots. Avoid any that have started to yellow, as that is a sign the tartness has faded. They keep brilliantly in the fridge for weeks.Eat them fresh for the full tart hit, pair with sharp cheddar or brie, bake into a pie or crumble, or juice for a clean, refreshing drink. Their firm flesh holds up beautifully in cooking without turning to mush.
