It can seem like a game of lottery when you pick up fruit from the supermarket – but there is actually a way to ensure you get the juiciest watermelon every time
Watermelon is most definitely one of the most refreshing fruits during the summer. The cold, hydrating and sweet fruit always helps when you’re feeling groggy from the heat.
However, picking the right one can be quite tricky – what if it’s not sweet enough? Well, one TikToker has revealed the steps you need to take to find out whether the watermelon will be sweet and juicy.
On the TikTok account TheMealPrepManual, the content creator explains the first test, he says: “Test number one, the weight test. A good watermelon will be heavy for its size. When compared to other watermelons of similar size, the one that is heavier is more likely to be sweet and juicy.”
The second test, he explains, is called the knock test. “You’re looking for a hollow sound”, he says.
He then goes on to explain test 3: “The type test, seeded watermelons are almost always better than seedless.”
Another test he recommends is the field spot test. He says: “The yellow field spot can indicate the watermelon has had time to sit in the field and ripen on the vine.”
Alongside this, you can even do the webbing test. A good amount of webbing indicates the plant was well pollinated, making the watermelon likely to be sweeter.
Today marks National Watermelon Day, whics an informal holiday celebrated on August 3rd each year.
It’s a day to enjoy and appreciate watermelon, a quintessential summer fruit known for its sweet, refreshing taste, and hydrating properties. Watermelon Day is not an official national holiday, but it has gained popularity through social media and celebration by watermelon lovers, farmers, and various organisations.
Celebrations of Watermelon Day can include various activities such as watermelon-eating contests, seed-spitting competitions, carving watermelons into artistic sculptures, or simply enjoying slices of watermelon at picnics and backyard barbecues. It’s also an opportunity for agricultural organisations and health advocates to promote the nutritional benefits of watermelon, which is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
