11/16/2025
Apple in the spotlight: Goldrush. This apple was released in a partnership project between Rutgers University, Purdue and Illonois in 1994. It is a cross between Yellow Delicious, Winesap, Rome and Melrose. Goldrush as a late harvest apple that is sweet/tart and firm. It's flavor improves with storage making it a good keeper. It is good for baking, pies and sauces In addition to cider. It is a great apple to carry through the hollidays with confidence.