Alphonso Mangoes : History and Facts
It is a fact that Alphonso Mangoes are considered superior to All Other Varieties of Mangoes. Indeed, the delightful fruit is unmatched in terms of natural sweetness and flavor. Dipping a bit into its history, we bring to you some interesting facts about Alphonso that would increase your excitement in savoring one.
This exquisite variety of mangoes was named after Afonso De Albuquerque, who used to carry it on his journeys to Goa. A naval general officer from Portugal, Afonso played a major role in establishing Colonial Empire in this part of the World.
The locals started calling the fruit Aapus. Later, the term was modified to Hapus in Maharashtra. Today, Hapus is one of the contributing factors in making Maharashtra famous.
Though different varieties of Mangoes are grown all over India but nothing is as delicious and famous as Hapus or Alphonso. And the finest of Alphonso or Hapus Mangoes are grown within a periphery of 20 km from the scenic seashore of Devgad and Ratnagiri.
Here are more facts about your favorite Alphonso:
- Alphonso Mangoes are smaller in size compared to other Mangoes, but they pack a punch when it comes to taste with their peach-like quality. They are incredibly sweet and juicy.
- They have a rather short growing season, from late February to early June.
- Each fruit weighs roughly between 150 grams to 300 grams.
- The pulp from the fruit is rich and radiant.
- Apart from being sweet and juicy, the Majestic Mango contains a Rich Nutritional Punch.
It is always a gratifying feeling to have something healthy as well as tasty. Mango meets this criterion. You can eat the fruit at breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a delicate dessert, whenever you feel like.
