contrast between the darker and lighter green areas can become more pronounced as the fruit matures.
However, rind color is strongly influenced by variety, sunlight, growing conditions, and handling. A specific shade of green should therefore never be considered a universal measure of sweetness.
Listen When You Tap It
Many shoppers use the traditional tapping test. The idea is to listen for a relatively deep, resonant sound rather than a dull or completely flat one.
Sound can sometimes provide a clue about the fruit’s condition, but it is not a
