“Apple variety named for the state it was developed in” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EMPIRE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Apple variety named for the state it was developed in”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 15, 2026, where it runs at 25 Across and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.