New Honeymoon Apple Variety Hits Store Shelves
The golden-hued, high-fiber fruit is now available in two-pound pouches for shoppers nationwide.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Organic Food
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Honeybear Brands is shipping its new Honeymoon apple variety, a late-season fruit grown in Washington, to retailers nationwide. The apple is an open-pollinated Honeycrisp cross designed to offer shoppers a new fiber-rich produce option.
Why it matters
This variety adds to the available fiber-rich food choices for Washington shoppers seeking fresh produce. It was developed to align with consumer interest in distinct apple eating experiences and variety in fruit selection.
The Honeymoon apple is the result of over a decade of cross-breeding within the Honeybear Apple Varietal Development program. It is an open-pollinated cross of the Honeycrisp variety.
The players
Honeybear Brands
An agricultural company focused on the development, production, and distribution of proprietary apple varieties.
The details
The Honeymoon apple is a late-season harvest characterized by a distinctive golden hue. Developed through the Honeybear Apple Varietal Development program, the variety was created specifically to meet changing consumer preferences for texture and flavor in apples. The fruit is being distributed to retailers across the country in two-pound pouch packaging.
Timeline
Shipping of the Honeymoon apple variety began in October 2026.
Health Landscape
This release follows a trend of agricultural institutions focusing on developing proprietary apple cultivars to address specific consumer demands. It sits within a landscape where breeders are increasingly prioritizing both orchard performance and specific fruit characteristics like texture.
As a fiber-rich food option, this new apple variety can be a convenient addition to a heart-healthy, high-fiber dietary pattern. If you are interested in trying new produce varieties, check for these two-pound pouches at your local grocery store.
The takeaway
The Honeymoon apple offers a new way to integrate fiber-rich fruits into your diet as a late-season option. When looking for produce, prioritize fresh, whole fruits that fit your personal flavor preferences and daily nutritional goals.
Further reading
Learn more about local produce trends and sustainable growing practices in our Organic Food section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Freshplaza.
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