The Kohitur Mango is widely regarded as the Kohinoor of the mango world Originating in Murshidabad West Bengal it is one of Indias rarest and most expensive mango varieties historically reserved exclusively for the Nawabs royalty
1 Physical DescriptionAppearance Medium to largesized fruit with a greenishyellow or golden skin when ripe It has a thin delicate skin that is highly sensitive to touch
Flesh Deep yellow to orange velvety and completely fiberfree
Texture Known for its meltinthemouth consistency It is so soft that it can often be eaten without using teeth
2 Taste and AromaFlavor Profile A complex sophisticated sweetness that is perfectly balancedneither cloying nor sour It often carries subtle notes of saffron and floral undertones like RaatkiRani or Nightblooming Jasmine
Aroma Highly fragrant the scent is often described as intoxicating and royal
3 The Royal Handling HeritageBecause the Kohitur is so delicate a specific set of rules perfected by the Sheherwali community governs how it is handled and eaten
The Cotton Bed Once plucked the mangoes are never piled They are laid individually on beds of cotton wool to prevent bruising
No Metal Historically it was believed that metal knives ruined the flavor Connoisseurs still use bamboo or wooden knives to slice the fruit
Temperature Control It is said that even the heat from a human palm can alter its ripening Harvesters and cutters often dip their hands in cold water repeatedly while handling the fruit
Timing Traditionally the Kohitur is eaten at night or before noon as its flavors are believed to be most distinct during these hours
4 History amp OriginLegacy Created during the 18th century during the reign of Nawab SirajudDaulah It was a product of horticultural experimentation believed to be a cross between the now extinct Kalopahar and another variety