Mangoes are one of the most beloved fruits globally, and there are many varieties available in the market, each with unique flavors, textures, and appearances. Here are some of the most popular types of mangoes:
1. Alphonso (Hapus)
- Origin: India
- Characteristics: Known for its rich, creamy, and sweet flavor with a distinctive aroma. It has a golden-yellow color and smooth, non-fibrous flesh.
- Availability: Typically available from March to June.
2. Ataulfo (Honey or Champagne)
- Origin: Mexico
- Characteristics: Small, golden-yellow mango with a sweet, buttery flesh that is fiberless. It has a slightly flattened shape.
- Availability: Peak season from March to July.
3. Haden
- Origin: Florida, USA
- Characteristics: Bright red with green and yellow touches and small white dots. It has a sweet and mildly spicy flavor with a firm, fibrous texture.
- Availability: Available from March to May.
4. Kent
- Origin: Florida, USA
- Characteristics: Large, oval-shaped mango with dark green skin, often with a red blush. It has juicy, tender flesh with minimal fibers and a sweet, rich flavor.
- Availability: Available from December to February and June to August.
5. Keitt
- Origin: Florida, USA
- Characteristics: Large, green-skinned mango that stays green even when ripe. It has a sweet, citrusy flavor and firm, fiberless flesh.
- Availability: Available from August to October.
6. Tommy Atkins
- Origin: Florida, USA
- Characteristics: The most commercially grown variety. It has a red blush over green and orange skin, with a mildly sweet flavor and firm, fibrous flesh.
- Availability: Available year-round.
7. Francis (Haitian)
- Origin: Haiti
- Characteristics: Oval-shaped with a bright yellow skin and green overtones. It has a rich, spicy, and sweet flavor with a slightly fibrous texture.
- Availability: Available from May to July.
8. Kesar
- Origin: India
- Characteristics: Known as the “queen of mangoes,” it has a golden-yellow skin with a hint of green. It has a sweet, rich flavor and a saffron-like aroma.
- Availability: Available from May to July.
9. Palmer
- Origin: Brazil
- Characteristics: Large, elongated mango with a deep red to purple skin. It has a sweet, mild flavor and a smooth, fiberless texture.
- Availability: Available from August to October.
10. Nam Dok Mai
- Origin: Thailand
- Characteristics: Long, slender mango with a golden-yellow skin. It has a sweet, floral flavor and smooth, non-fibrous flesh.
- Availability: Available from March to June.
11. Sindhri
- Origin: Pakistan
- Characteristics: Large, oval-shaped mango with a golden-yellow skin. It has a rich, sweet flavor and a smooth texture.
- Availability: Available from May to July.
12. Bailey’s Marvel
- Origin: Florida, USA
- Characteristics: Round to oval shape with a yellow-orange skin and red blush. It has a sweet, tropical flavor with a firm, fiberless texture.
- Availability: Available from June to July.
These varieties offer a wide range of flavors, textures, and appearances, making mangoes a versatile and popular fruit worldwide.
