Pick a watermelon with deep green and creamy yellow stripes for
ripeness. Avoid shiny melons as they are likely underripe.
A creamy yellow or orange field spot indicates ripeness and flavor.
White spots suggest the watermelon lacks taste.
A dry, yellow-brown stem indicates a ripe watermelon, while a green stem
signifies it's underripe and less flavorful.
A deep, hollow sound when tapped indicates a riper, water-filled melon.
A higher-pitched sound suggests it may be under-ripe.
Weathering spots and webbing lines suggest extra sweetness, as they
indicate where sugar has seeped out.
Select a watermelon that feels heavy for its size, indicating higher
water content and sweetness.
Rounded watermelons are typically sweeter, while oval ones tend to be
watery and less flavorful. Avoid irregular lumps.