Northern Spy (Noun)
Meaning
Large late-ripening apple with skin striped with yellow and red.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The northern spy apple tree was known for its large, striped fruit and prolonged harvest season.
- Baked in a pie, the northern spy apples held their shape and added a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.
- At the farmers' market, I bought a bushel of northern spy apples, which I planned to use for making applesauce and cider.
- The northern spy apple, with its characteristic yellow and red stripes, was the favorite of many a New England farmer and cook.
- When choosing apples for a crisp, try combining northern spy with some sweet and tart varieties for a well-rounded flavor profile.