{"product_id":"hidden-gem-bakers-apples-box-of-12","title":"Hidden Gem Baker's Apples, Box of 12 - Standard Shipping Included","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor generations, Northern Spy and Baldwin have been prized by home bakers for the exceptional flavor and texture they bring to pies, crisps, cobblers, and sauces. Grown by our friends at Hidden Gem Orchard in Southbury, Connecticut, and harvested at the peak of the season, this pairing celebrates two heirloom favorites that have stood the test of time. Each variety offers its own distinctive character, developing rich, complex flavor as it bakes while holding its shape beautifully. Whether you're preparing a treasured family recipe or experimenting with a new seasonal dessert, these orchard-fresh apples provide the quality and performance that make all the difference. The assortment includes Northern Spy and Baldwin, with individual tasting notes provided below to highlight the unique qualities of each variety. A welcome gift for avid bakers—or a delicious way to stock your own kitchen—this collection brings the timeless flavors of the autumn harvest to every recipe. Our Box of 12 Hidden Gem Baker's Apples includes 2 different varieties, 6 of each of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'Northern Spy' - Considered, in its day, the premiere baker’s Apple due to its crunchy flesh and thin skin. Now rarely grown as it’s a biennial bearer, producing fruit only every other year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'Baldwin' - Once the most popular Apple in the US, it has crisp, juicy flesh with a sweet to sub-acid flavor. It has been used by cider makers for over 200 years. Although it may be eaten fresh, it is primarily used in the kitchen as it keeps its shape when cooked, making it an exceptional pie Apple. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2017, Hidden Gem Orchard grows roughly 4,000 Apple trees on 6 acres in Southbury, CT. The orchard is owned and operated by James Wargo, who holds a BS in Horticulture from the University of Connecticut and a Master of Science in Pomology (fruit science) from Cornell University. Wargo and his crew tend to more than 30 different Apple varieties that range from familiar Honeycrisp, McIntosh, and Gala types to hard-to-find heirloom gems including the two we are pleased to offer in this pairing. Hidden Gem is not certified organic but relies on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) protocols that treat chemicals as a tool of last resort.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"White Flower Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49017705365657,"sku":"0080106-X","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0532\/9983\/9129\/files\/48374.jpg?v=1789314227","url":"https:\/\/www.whiteflowerfarm.com\/products\/hidden-gem-bakers-apples-box-of-12","provider":"White Flower Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}