{"product_id":"alphonso-mangoes-copy","title":"Kesar Mangoes","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKesar mangoes are known for their sweet, rich flavor with a hint of spice, often described as a \"royal\" taste. They have a strong, pleasant aroma and a velvety smooth flesh. Some describe a slight citrus or floral note, and a \"complex\" flavor profile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMore details about the taste:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/b\u003e Kesar mangoes are known for their intense sweetness, often compared to honey. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpice:\u003c\/b\u003e A subtle, pleasant spiciness is a distinctive characteristic of the Kesar mango. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003e The flesh is described as velvety smooth and juicy. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e A strong, sweet fragrance is a key feature. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCitrus notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Some detect hints of citrus or floral notes alongside the sweetness. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompared to Alphonso:\u003c\/b\u003e While Alphonso is known for its rich, creamy flavor, Kesar is often described as having a more complex and slightly tangy profile, with a good balance of sweetness and tang. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompared to other varieties:\u003c\/b\u003e Some users on YouTube find Kesar mangoes more \"fruit punchy\" and with better texture than some other varieties. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e_________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🥭 Kesar – How to Tell If It’s Ready to Eat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKesar mangoes are known for their bright orange flesh, rich sweetness, and strong aroma. Here’s how to know when they’re perfectly ripe:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🤲 1. Gently Squeeze (Most Important)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt should feel \u003cstrong\u003eslightly soft with a gentle give\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard = not ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery soft or mushy = overripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎨 2. Check the Color\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin turns \u003cstrong\u003egolden yellow to deep yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e when ripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small green patch is still normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e👃 3. Smell Near the Stem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ripe Kesar has a \u003cstrong\u003estrong, sweet, saffron-like fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e at the stem end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle to no smell means it needs more time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚖️ 4. Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt should feel \u003cstrong\u003eheavy for its size\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning juicy inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👀 5. Skin Texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight wrinkling near the stem = very sweet and ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep shriveling or sour smell = overripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⏳ If It’s Not Ripe Yet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave at \u003cstrong\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1–3 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut it in a \u003cstrong\u003epaper bag\u003c\/strong\u003e to speed up ripening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce ripe, refrigerate and eat within a few days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46521493553373,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/1528\/0093\/files\/kesar.jpg?v=1750798837","url":"https:\/\/www.leelamangoes.com\/products\/alphonso-mangoes-copy","provider":"Leela Mangoes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}