Finding the perfect apple can enhance your snacking and cooking. Here are quick tips to pick the best one:

1. Firmness: Gently squeeze the apple. It should feel firm, with no soft spots.
2. Skin: Look for smooth, shiny skin—indicating freshness.
3. Color: Choose apples with vibrant, consistent colors for better flavor.
4. Stem: A fresh, green stem signals a fresher apple.
5. Smell: A sweet aroma is a good sign of freshness.
6. Variety: Different varieties offer different tastes:
   • Honeycrisp: Sweet and crisp.
   • Fuji: Sweet and juicy.
   • Gala: Sweet and crisp, great for snacking.
   • Granny Smith: Tart and crisp, ideal for baking.