Best Mango Varieties in India 2026: The Complete Ranked List
India is the world's largest mango producer — home to over 1,500 named varieties. But which ones are actually worth ordering? We've ranked the best by flavour, availability, and buying value.
#1: Ratnagiri Alphonso (Hapus)
Origin: Ratnagiri, Maharashtra. Season: March–June. The undisputed king. Fibre-free, intensely aromatic, with a Brix level of 22–26°. GI certified. Most counterfeited. Only buy from verified sources.
#2: Gir Kesar
Origin: Gir, Gujarat. Season: May–July. The saffron queen. Vibrant orange flesh, musky sweet aroma, excellent for aamras. GI certified. More affordable than Alphonso.
#3: Imam Pasand (Himayat)
Origin: Telangana. Season: May–July. The royal variety. Enormous fruit (400–600g each), completely fibre-free, smooth custard-like texture. Very rare, very prized.
#4: Dasheri
Origin: Malihabad, Uttar Pradesh. Season: June–July. The North Indian favourite. Elongated shape, thin skin, rich sweet flavour. GI certified for Malihabad region.
#5: Karnataka Badami
Origin: Ramanagara, Karnataka. Season: April–June. The Alphonso of the South. Smaller, sweeter, fibre-free. Excellent value.
#6: Langra
Origin: Varanasi, UP. Season: July–August. Green-skinned even when ripe. Distinctive tartness balanced with sweetness. Popular in Bengal and UP.
#7: Banganapalli (Benishan)
Origin: Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Season: April–June. Large, thin-skinned, bright yellow. Low fibre, good for eating fresh. GI certified.
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