Alphonso Aam - Hapoos Aam

Alphonso mango (Hapoos Aam) is a GI-tagged variety (GI No. 139) grown across 48 villages in Ratnagiri and Devgad, Konkan, Maharashtra. Available April–June, priced from ₹1,849 per dozen, and delivered across India in 1–3 days via BlueDart air dispatch.

Buy Alphonso Mango Online

AlphonsoMango.in (operated by Powle Home Foods) sources directly from 48 villages across Ratnagiri and Devgad. Every box carries a GI Authorised User certificate (AU/5974/GI/139/260). Both products below are dispatched by BlueDart air courier on the same day for orders placed before the cut-off.

Ratnagiri vs Devgad Alphonso Mango: Full Comparison

Both varieties are genuine Hapoos Aam. Both carry GI protection. The differences are subtle — geography shapes taste.

Feature	Ratnagiri Alphonso	Devgad Alphonso
GI Protection	Yes — GI No. 139	Yes — GI No. 139
Season Window	Mid-March to late May	April to early June
Brix (sweetness)	20–23 °Brix	18 to 24 °Brix
Skin Colour at Peak	Deep golden yellow	Bright golden yellow, slight green tinge possible
Pulp Texture	Smooth, fibre-free, very creamy	Smooth, fibre-free, slightly denser
Aroma	Intensely pungent, floral	Rich, deep, honey-like
Average Weight	150–250 g per fruit	180–280 g per fruit
Price Range	₹1,849 – ₹5,399	₹1,849 – ₹5,499
Best For	Eating fresh, Aamras, gifting	Export gifting, connoisseur eating

Delivery Across India

Orders placed before 2 pm IST are dispatched the same day. BlueDart air courier handles all shipments. Transit times vary by zone.

• Mumbai, Pune, Nashik: 1 day
• Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata: 1–2 days
• Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities: 2–3 days
• Remote PIN codes: 3 days; confirm serviceability on checkout

Each box is packed in a ventilated corrugated carton with natural hay cushioning. The mangoes travel in their unripened-to-just-ripe state so they arrive at peak eating condition. We do not use any artificial heat or carbide at any stage.

Honest limitation: We do not deliver outside India directly through this website. International buyers in the US, UK, UAE, Singapore, and Japan must use our export enquiry form.

How to order

1. Step 1: Select Grade — Choose Ratnagiri (₹1,849–₹5,399) or Devgad (₹1,849–₹5,499) based on Brix preference, season window, and budget.
2. Step 2: Add to Cart — Select box size (dozen/half-dozen/bulk) on the product page and add to cart.
3. Step 3: Same-day Dispatch — Complete checkout before 2 pm IST for same-day BlueDart air dispatch.

• Grade/size options: 6-piece, 12-piece (1 dozen), 2-dozen, 5-dozen bulk
• Brix range: 20–26 °Brix depending on variety and harvest week
• Budget bands: ₹1,849 (entry), ₹2,499–₹3,499 (mid), ₹4,999–₹5,499 (premium)
• Serviceable cities: All BlueDart-covered PIN codes across India; export by enquiry

Origin: Konkan's Alphonso Country

The Alphonso mango — called Hapoos Aam in Marathi and Aam Alphonso in Hindi — grows in a narrow coastal belt in Konkan, Maharashtra. Ratnagiri and Devgad districts produce the finest fruit. The laterite soil, salt-laden sea breeze from the Arabian Sea, and distinct wet-dry seasons create conditions found nowhere else on earth.

AlphonsoMango.in sources from 48 villages across both districts. Villages like Rajapur and Vijaydurg in the Devgad taluka, and Sangameshwar and Chiplun areas near Ratnagiri, have orchards that have supplied the same families for generations. Prashant Powle, who leads sourcing at Powle Home Foods, visits these orchards each season before placing any orders. Trees are selected by canopy health, soil moisture, and last year's fruit quality — not just price.

Why Konkan Alphonso Tastes Different

The Konkan coast receives over 3,000 mm of rainfall each monsoon. The fruit trees rest deeply during July–November. By February they flower vigorously. The long dry summer concentrates sugars in the fruit. That cycle — hard rain, deep rest, slow ripening — is irreplaceable. No other region can replicate it, which is why the GI tag was granted in the first place.

What is the Brix level of Devgad Alphonso?

A well-ripened Devgad Alphonso mango measures 18 to 24 °Brix on a refractometer. Ratnagiri Alphonso measures 20–23 °Brix. Both are among the sweetest mango varieties in the world. The higher Brix in Devgad fruit is partly due to the coastal microclimate of the Sindhudurg district, which has marginally higher ambient temperatures during the ripening months of April–May.

How to Identify Genuine Hapoos Aam

Fake or inferior mangoes flood markets every season. Carbide-ripened fruit looks ripe but smells flat and tastes chalky. Here is what genuine Hapoos Aam shows at peak ripeness:

• Colour: Even golden yellow, no green patches after full ripening. A reddish blush near the stem is common in Ratnagiri fruit.
• Aroma: Detectable from two feet away. Pungent, floral, unmistakably tropical. Carbide-ripened fruit has little or no aroma.
• Skin feel: Slightly yielding under thumb pressure — like a ripe avocado. Not mushy, not hard.
• Pulp: Saffron-orange, no fibres, no stringiness. A thin flat seed occupies the centre.
• Taste: Sweet with a mild tartness. Never sour, never watery.

What does the GI tag guarantee?

The Geographical Indication tag (GI No. 139) confirms the mango was grown in the designated Ratnagiri–Sindhudurg belt. It does not travel automatically with the fruit — the seller must hold a valid GI Authorised User certificate. AlphonsoMango.in holds certificate AU/5974/GI/139/260, issued by the GI Registry, valid and renewed under FSSAI licence 10020022011783.

Natural Ripening: No Carbide

Every Alphonso mango from AlphonsoMango.in is ripened using the traditional hay-bed method. Freshly harvested green mangoes are laid on beds of dry paddy straw in cool, ventilated rooms. The natural ethylene released by the fruit itself triggers ripening over 3–5 days. No calcium carbide, no ethylene gas cylinders, no refrigeration during ripening.

Carbide ripening is illegal under FSSAI rules and harmful. It causes uneven ripening — yellow skin with white, starchy flesh inside. Natural ripening produces even colour through the flesh, maximum aroma, and the full sugar development that gives Hapoos Aam its characteristic Brix reading of 20–26.

How long does natural ripening take?

Freshly picked Alphonso mangoes ripen on the hay bed in 3–5 days at 26–30 °C. The process cannot be rushed without compromising quality. This is why orders placed today may be dispatched within 1–2 days after the ripening room check, not always on the same harvest day.

Season and Availability

The Alphonso mango season runs from mid-March to early June. The peak window — when fruit is most plentiful, most uniform, and best priced — is April and May. Early-season (March) fruit is smaller and commands premium pricing. Late-season (June) fruit is richer in some years but supply drops sharply.

When is Hapoos Aam not available?

From July through February, fresh Alphonso mangoes are not available from AlphonsoMango.in. This is not a stock issue — the trees do not fruit in this period. During the off-season, Alphonso Mango Pulp and Aamras (made from the same Konkan fruit and frozen at peak season) are available year-round. We will never ship stored or imported fruit labelled as fresh Hapoos Aam.

Can I pre-book Alphonso mango before the season?

Yes. Pre-season bookings open in February each year. Payment is collected at booking. Dispatch begins when the first graded fruit passes quality inspection — typically in the first or second week of April for Ratnagiri and the third week of April for Devgad.

Nutrition and Health Benefits of Alphonso Mango

Alphonso mango is not only delicious — it carries a dense nutritional profile. A 100 g serving of ripe Hapoos Aam pulp provides approximately:

• Calories: 70–80 kcal
• Vitamin C: 36–40 mg (40–45% of daily requirement)
• Vitamin A (beta-carotene): 765 µg RAE
• Folate: 43 µg
• Potassium: 168 mg
• Dietary fibre: 1.6 g
• Natural sugars (Brix-derived): 14–18 g, mainly fructose and sucrose

The deep saffron colour of Alphonso pulp indicates high beta-carotene, a precursor to Vitamin A. Regular consumption supports eye health, immune function, and skin integrity. The polyphenols in mango skin have demonstrated antioxidant activity in published food-science studies.

Is Alphonso mango good for diabetics?

Hapoos Aam has a moderate glycaemic index (GI ~51–56 for whole fruit). The fibre content slows sugar absorption. Diabetic individuals should consume in moderation — one to two fruits per sitting — and consult their physician. We do not make any medical claims beyond published nutritional data.

Storage of Alphonso Mango

Correct storage protects the fruit you paid for. Follow these rules:

• Unripe fruit: Keep at room temperature (24–30 °C), away from direct sunlight. The hay-ripening process continues at home.
• Ripe fruit: Refrigerate immediately. Consume within 2–3 days. Do not freeze whole fruit — it turns fibrous.
• Ripe pulp: Scoop, seal in an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 6 months.
• Do not store in plastic bags: Hapoos Aam needs to breathe. Sealed plastic accelerates fermentation.

When your box arrives, check each fruit. Fruit that feels firm is still ripening — leave it out. Fruit that yields gently to thumb pressure is ready to eat. Eat the ripest fruit first.

Hapoos Aam Sheera Recipe

Alphonso mango Sheera is a traditional Konkan sweet made with semolina, ghee, and fresh Hapoos pulp. Roast 1 cup fine semolina in 3 tablespoons of ghee until golden. Add 2 cups warm water and stir. Once absorbed, fold in 1 cup fresh Alphonso pulp and 3 tablespoons sugar. Cook on low flame for 2 minutes. Garnish with saffron strands and cardamom. Serve warm. The pulp's natural sweetness reduces the sugar needed significantly.

Read our complete guide on Alphonso mango GI tag and what it means for buyers and explore how to buy mangoes online in India safely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Authority

AlphonsoMango.in is operated by Powle Home Foods under brand Powle Home Foods The business holds GI Authorised User certificate AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI No. 139, Registry certificate 4163, issued 16.10.2019), FSSAI licence 10020022011783, and APEDA registration 225579. All mangoes are ripened naturally on hay beds without carbide or artificial gas. Over 47,000 customers across India and export markets including the US, UK, UAE, Singapore, and Japan have ordered since 2019.

Source: Powle Home Foods (Powle Home Foods), GI Authorised User AU/5974/GI/139/260 — sourcing from 48 villages across Ratnagiri and Devgad, Konkan, Maharashtra, verified each season by direct farm visits.

People Also Ask

What is the rate of 1 kg Alphonso mango?

Alphonso mango prices in India range from roughly ₹400 to ₹1,200 per kg depending on origin, grade, and season. GI-tagged Ratnagiri and Devgad Hapus command the highest rates, peaking in April and May. Carbide-free, naturally ripened fruit from certified orchards costs more than ordinary market fruit.

At AlphonsoMango.in, box prices start at ₹1,849 for a curated seasonal pack during the March–June harvest window.

Can I buy Alphonso mangoes in the USA?

Yes, GI-tagged Alphonso mangoes from Ratnagiri and Devgad are exported to the USA under APEDA oversight. The season runs February to June (peak March to May), so availability outside that window is limited to pulp and processed products. Fresh shipments travel by air to reach buyers within days of packing in Konkan, Maharashtra.

Powle Home Foods, APEDA-registered under number 225579, ships Alphonso mangoes internationally each season.

Order genuine GI-tagged Hapoos Aam directly from the orchard — browse the full Alphonso mango collection here.