October Apple Tasting: A Fresh Way to Snack at Work
October Apple Tasting: A Fresh Way to Snack at Work
Fall is in full swing, and while many fruits take a seasonal break, apples are just getting started! This October, our office fruit baskets are celebrating the harvest with a curated selection of seven apple varieties, each with its own flavor profile, texture, and personality.
Think of it as a guided tasting experience, delivered right to your workplace! Whether you're grabbing a quick snack between meetings or sharing a moment with your team in the breakroom, these apples offer a refreshing way to enjoy the season.
🍏 Meet the Apples in Your Baskets/Boxes
Gala
- Mildly sweet with hints of vanilla and floral honey
- Crisp but tender, Gala apples are the gentle introverts of the bunch. Subtle, balanced, and easy to love.
Honeycrisp
- Boldly sweet with a refreshing tart snap
- Exceptionally crisp and juicy, Honeycrisp is the crowd-pleaser. Vibrant, loud, and impossible to ignore.
Fuji
- Intensely sweet with notes of pear and citrus
- Dense and crunchy, Fuji apples are the dessert lovers’ dream. Rich, sugary, and deeply satisfying.
Pink Lady
- Sweet-tart with a hint of berry and spice
- Firm and crisp, Pink Lady is the elegant rebel. Complex, zesty, and full of flair.
Opal
- Bright and sweet with a subtle tropical twist
- Crisp and do not oxidize (non-browning), Opal apples are the sunshine in your basket. Cheerful, golden, and always fresh. Also great on a charcuterie board or in a salad!
Granny Smith
- Tart and tangy with citrusy sharpness
- Firm and crunchy, Granny Smith is the bold classic. Puckery, punchy, and unapologetically tart. Also great for pies!
Cosmic Crisp
- Sweet-tart with hints of berry and spice
- Juicy and explosively crisp, Cosmic Crisp is the new star. Balanced, vibrant, and out-of-this-world delicious.
🍂 Make It a Breakroom Experience
Want to turn your fruit basket into something more than just a snack? Try hosting a mini apple tasting in the breakroom (or even at home)! It’s a simple, low-effort way to connect and celebrate the season together.
Here’s how:
- Slice up each apple variety and label them with tasting notes (click here to download and print labels for this activity).
- Invite your team to sample and vote on their favorites
- Spark conversation with questions like: “Which apple surprised you?” or “What are some of your favorite fall recipes with apples?”
- Share your top picks on your office chat or social channels (Tag us @SigonasOffice)
- Elevate the experience and pair them with cheese and/or peanut butter
It’s a fun, flavorful way to bring people together (and a great excuse to take a mindful break during the workday).
This month, let your fruit basket be more than just a delivery. Make it a shared experience! Celebrate the harvest, discover new favorites, and enjoy the simple pleasure of seasonal snacking at work.
