Question: what are the best apples to use for candy apples?
Answer: Gala: Sweet flavor and firm. ... 
Granny Smith: Tart flavor and firm. ... 
Haralson: Tart flavor.
Jazz: A newer apple on the market, it's a cross between a Royal Gala and a Braeburn. ... 
McIntosh: Mildly tart flavor. ... 
Paula Red: Mildly tart flavor.
Wealthy: Mildly tart flavor.