Bong Long Reader

Explore the rich and flavorful diversity of mangoes grown across India’s vibrant landscape.

➤Alphonso (Hapus)-The King of Mangoes:
Grown mainly in Ratnagiri and Devgad (Maharashtra), Alphonso is known for its intense sweetness, saffron color, and non-fibrous texture.
➤Dasheri-The Pride of North India:
Native to Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, Dasheri mangoes are aromatic and medium-sweet, with a juicy pulp perfect for slicing or juicing.
➤Langra-Unique Flavor from Varanasi:
Langra mangoes have a tangy-sweet taste and greenish skin, even when ripe. Popular in eastern and northern India, they’re a local favorite.
➤Kesar – The Saffron Mango:
Cultivated in Gujarat’s Gir region, Kesar is famous for its bright orange flesh, sweet taste, and pleasant aroma. Ideal for desserts.
➤Banganapalli-Andhra’s Export Gem:
Originating in Andhra Pradesh, this large-sized mango is sweet with firm flesh and minimal fiber, widely exported due to its long shelf life.
➤Totapuri-The Parrot-Beaked Mango:
Known for its distinctive beak-like shape, Totapuri is mildly sweet and slightly tangy, commonly used in pickles and pulp production.
➤Neelum-Multi-Region Favorite:
Grown in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, Neelum mangoes are small, fragrant, and great for late-season harvests.
➤Himsagar-Bengal’s Juicy Treasure:
A popular variety from West Bengal, Himsagar is fiberless, aromatic, and incredibly sweet, making it a seasonal delicacy.
➤Mallika-A Hybrid Favorite:
A cross between Neelum and Dasheri, Mallika is a high-yield hybrid variety with a rich sweetness and long shelf life.
➤Amrapali-Small Size, Big Flavor:
Another hybrid of Dasheri and Neelum, Amrapali mangoes are deep orange inside, very sweet, and popular in urban markets.