How to choose the sweetest and juiciest watermelon

      Try to apply these rules next time — and you are more likely to take home the tastiest watermelon!

      Want to choose the sweetest and juiciest watermelon? Check our cards — we will tell you what to pay attention to when buying! Choosing a truly sweet and juicy watermelon is indeed possible if you pay attention to a few details.

      What to look for

      Field spot. This is the place where the watermelon lay on the ground during ripening. A ripe and sweet fruit will have a rich yellow or even slightly orange color. If the spot is pale, whitish, or almost absent — the watermelon was likely picked unripe, and it will turn out watery.

      Stem and "button." The stem of a ripe watermelon is usually dry but not shriveled. However, keep in mind: if the watermelon traveled a long way to the store, the stem might have dried out on the way, so this sign is not absolute. Much more important is the "button" — the place where the stem comes out. A good fruit will have a dry, woody button. If the button is greenish — it’s better to choose another watermelon.

      Skin. A ripe watermelon has a thick, firm, and matte skin. If the skin is too shiny — it may be a sign of immaturity. Run your nail along the rind: a ripe fruit will leave a noticeable scratch, while an unripe one will not. Also, pay attention to the pattern: the stripes should be contrasting — dark stripes on a light background or vice versa. The skin should not have cracks, dents, or soft spots.

      Sound when tapping. Tap the watermelon with your fingertips. A good sign is a moderately ringing, slightly "springy" sound. A dull sound may indicate that the fruit is unripe or, conversely, overripe. Another trick: place your palm on one side of the watermelon and lightly hit the other. If you feel a vibration on the opposite side — this is a good sign of ripeness.

      Size and weight. Try to choose a watermelon of medium size. Too large ones are often overripe, while too small ones are unripe. The main marker of juiciness: for its size, the watermelon should be heavy. A light fruit is likely either unripe or has started to dry out.

      Shape. Round watermelons are often sweeter and juicier than elongated ones (which are sometimes called "boys"), while round ones are "girls." But remember: this is a folk sign, not a strict botanical fact. First and foremost, look at other signs.

      Flesh (if you have the opportunity to assess). A juicy and sweet watermelon has bright red or rich pink flesh, with small shiny fibers, looking juicy and slightly crunchy. Avoid fruits with white streaks, loose or pale flesh. The seeds of a ripe watermelon are dark brown or black, hard. If the flesh has an unnaturally bright, purple hue or yellow fibers — this may be a sign of excess nitrates.

      A few additional tips

      Do not take cut or sliced watermelons. Bacteria can easily enter the flesh through the cut, and the fruit spoils quickly.

      Choose your place of purchase. It’s better to buy watermelons at trusted points where there are documents confirming quality.

      Consider the season. The sweetest and juiciest watermelons are usually available at the end of summer — beginning of autumn.

      

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