Size Badami mangoes are often slightly larger than the typical Alphonso
Skin The skin of a Badami is usually thinner and paler yellow compared to the deep goldenorange of a ripe Alphonso
Timing Badami usually hits the market slightly earlier in the season because of the warmer climate in southern India
Value Badami is generally more affordable and widely available making it the daily luxury choice for mango lovers
How to tell if its ripeLook for a uniform goldenyellow color and a slight give when you gently press the fruit Because the skin is thin you can easily feel the softness of the pulp underneath It should also emit a sweet tropical fragrance at the stem