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The Easiest Way To Pick the Sweetest Watermelon Is a Tip I Never Would Have Guessed
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Key Points:
- Peak watermelon season coincides with the hottest part of summer, leading shoppers and inspectors to seek the sweetest fruit using various methods.
- A popular new trick involves examining the dried brown spot on the watermelon’s underside, with a smaller, tighter spot indicating a sweeter and riper melon.
- This spot is the remnant of the female flower that produced the fruit; a smaller mark means the watermelon spent more time ripening on the vine and developing sugars.
- Watermelons do not continue to ripen after being picked, so selecting one with a smaller flower end spot ensures better sweetness and flavor.
- Once chosen, the watermelon can be enjoyed fresh, in drinks, or with seasonings and lime for a refreshing summer treat.
