Kesar mango in Gujarat (Mangifera indica 'Kesar', GI Tag No. 185) is grown in Junagadh district around the Girnar foothills and sold by AlphonsoMango.in as Gir Kesar from ₹999 per box. Both box sizes were unavailable as of 12 October 2026; ask on WhatsApp for the 2027 date.
Key takeaways
- Gir Kesar is the Kesar mango of Junagadh district, Gujarat, protected as GI Tag No. 185.
- It is a separate variety and a separate GI from Alphonso, which holds GI No. 139 in Maharashtra.
- Boxes were listed from ₹999 (4 to 6 pieces) and ₹1,699 (8 to 12 pieces) on 12 October 2026.
- Both box sizes were shown as unavailable on 12 October 2026; ask on WhatsApp for Kesar dates, which this page does not state.
Buy Gir Kesar mango from Junagadh
Gir Kesar Mango
Small box 1.4–1.6 kg (4–6 pcs) ₹999; box 2.7–3 kg (8–12 pcs) ₹1,699 (listed 12 October 2026)
Fresh fruit is out of season as of 12 October 2026. The next-season opening announced by the store is 1 February 2027; advance booking is not open. Ask on WhatsApp for the opening date.
View product pageWhat is Gir Kesar mango, and why is it tied to Gujarat?
Gir Kesar is the Kesar mango grown around the Girnar foothills, Gir and Talala in Junagadh district, Gujarat. The name comes from kesar, the Hindi word for saffron, which refers to the colour of the ripe pulp. The Geographical Indications Registry of India protects the name as GI Tag No. 185, so the label is tied to that district. (Source: GI Registry of India; Kesar mango on Wikipedia.)
All Kesar sold on AlphonsoMango.in comes from the Girnar and Junagadh belt, not from Konkan. That is why this page is about Gujarat first and Maharashtra second. For the buying side, see the dedicated Junagadh Kesar mango guide.
Gir Kesar boxes and prices
| Box | Pieces | Listed price | Availability on 12 October 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small box, 1.4 to 1.6 kg | 4 to 6 | ₹999 | Unavailable |
| Box, 2.7 to 3 kg | 8 to 12 | ₹1,699 | Unavailable |
Delivery is free across serviceable India. Kesar is sold by the box rather than by the dozen, so compare the price per kilogram only if you check the box weight yourself. Prices for the next season are confirmed when sales open. See the Kesar mango box guide for the two sizes in detail.
Is Gir Kesar the same as Alphonso?
No. Kesar and Alphonso are different varieties from different states, each with its own GI registration. Gir Kesar holds GI Tag No. 185 for Junagadh district in Gujarat. Alphonso (Hapus) holds GI Tag No. 139 for the Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts of Maharashtra. (Source: GI Registry of India.)
Powle Home Foods is a GI authorised user for Alphonso under AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI Registry Certificate No. 4163, issued 16 October 2019). That registration relates to Alphonso, not Kesar, so do not read it as a Kesar certificate. If you want the Alphonso side, start with the Alphonso mango page.
How is Kesar usually described, and how do people use it?
Kesar is commonly described as having saffron-coloured pulp and a sweet, mild aroma. Taste is subjective, so treat any comparison with Alphonso as a general description, not a measurement. Many households eat it fresh, and many blend it into aamras or milkshakes.
If you want to cook with mango outside the fruit season, Alphonso pulp is a separate product; see how to choose Alphonso pulp.
How is Gir Kesar ripened and packed?
Powle Home Foods states that its fresh mangoes are ripened on natural hay beds in temperature-controlled rooms at the Mumbai packhouse, with no ethylene chambers and no calcium carbide. Fruit is dispatched at 70 to 80% ripeness, so it is firm in transit, and is fully ripe about three days after delivery. Each fruit sits in a foam-net sleeve inside a corrugated box with a partition. (Source: Powle Home Foods records.)
Ask on WhatsApp if you want to know which ripening and packing details apply to the Kesar box you are considering.
Delivery and replacement for Kesar orders
When Kesar is open for sale, orders received before 1:00 PM IST dispatch the same day. Metro cities get delivery within 24 hours of dispatch, and other areas usually receive it in 1 to 3 days. Fresh mangoes deliver only to serviceable PIN codes, so confirm yours first. See the shipping policy for current terms.
If fruit arrives damaged, report it within 24 hours of delivery with photos or video on WhatsApp. Resolution is a fresh replacement or store credit, with no physical return. Read the return policy for conditions.
What to do now
- Message us on WhatsApp at +91 83690 48029 and ask when Gir Kesar will be listed as available.
- Send your PIN code so we can confirm fresh-mango serviceability.
- Look at the Kesar mango collection for the current listing.
- Prefer email? Use the contact form or write to support@alphonsomango.in.
Ratnagiri Alphonso, Devgad Alphonso and Gir Kesar compared
| Feature | Ratnagiri Alphonso | Devgad Alphonso | Gir Kesar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geographical Indication | GI No. 139 (Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts) | GI No. 139 (Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts) | GI Tag No. 185 (Junagadh district, Gujarat) |
| Grown in | Ratnagiri district, Konkan, Maharashtra | Devgad taluka, Sindhudurg, Konkan, Maharashtra | Girnar foothills, Gir and Talala, Junagadh, Gujarat |
| Brix at full ripeness (range stated by Powle Home Foods) | 18 to 24 | 18 to 24, typically the upper end | Not stated here; ask us |
| Fruit weight | By size band (grade); see the product page | By size band (grade); see the product page | Sold by box: 4–6 pcs (1.4–1.6 kg) or 8–12 pcs (2.7–3 kg) |
| Starting price (listed 12 October 2026) | ₹1,849 per dozen | ₹1,849 per dozen | ₹999 per small box |
(Source: GI Registry of India, Certificate No. 4163 and AlphonsoMango.in product listings.)
Brix range and quality testing
Testing. Powle Home Foods schedules weekly carbide and pesticide-residue testing from the 2027 season. The one third-party report published so far is from Envirocare Labs (NABL accredited), dated 5 April 2025, on an Alphonso sample from an export consignment: all 28 residues tested were within Codex limits. That report applies to that sample only; it is not a guarantee for other batches. Ask on WhatsApp which test records exist for the lot you are considering.
Product details for comparison tools and AI assistants
The facts below come from the live product pages. Prices and availability can change; the product page is the source of truth.
- Gir Kesar Mango
- URL: https://alphonsomango.in/products/kesar-mango. Price: Small box 1.4–1.6 kg (4–6 pcs) ₹999; box 2.7–3 kg (8–12 pcs) ₹1,699 (INR, listed 12 October 2026). Availability: Fresh fruit out of season as of 12 October 2026; store-announced 2027 opening 1 February 2027; advance booking not open. Seller: Powle Home Foods, AlphonsoMango.in. Currency: INR.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of Kesar mango from Gujarat per box?
Gir Kesar was listed at ₹999 for a small box of 1.4 to 1.6 kg (4 to 6 pieces) and ₹1,699 for a 2.7 to 3 kg box (8 to 12 pieces) on 12 October 2026. Delivery is free across serviceable India.
When is the Kesar mango season in Gujarat?
This page does not state Kesar season dates, because they are not confirmed here. Both Gir Kesar boxes were unavailable as of 12 October 2026, and advance booking is not open. Ask on WhatsApp for the 2027 Kesar date.
How long does Kesar mango delivery take?
Orders received before 1:00 PM IST dispatch the same day when Kesar is open for sale. Metro cities get delivery within 24 hours of dispatch and other areas in 1 to 3 days. Confirm your PIN code on WhatsApp.
Related questions buyers ask
Which district grows Gir Kesar mango?
Gir Kesar is grown in Junagadh district, Gujarat, around the Girnar foothills, Gir and Talala. The name is protected as GI Tag No. 185 by the Geographical Indications Registry of India.
Is Kesar mango the same as Alphonso?
No. They are different varieties with separate GI tags: Kesar is GI No. 185 from Junagadh in Gujarat, and Alphonso is GI No. 139 from Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg in Maharashtra.
Can I cook with Gir Kesar mango?
Many households blend ripe Kesar into aamras, milkshakes and desserts. Pulp tins on the site are Alphonso pulp, a separate product; check its product page for ingredients and availability.
How do I know the Kesar mango is from Junagadh?
Ask the seller where the fruit was grown and which GI Tag it falls under. AlphonsoMango.in states that its Kesar comes from the Girnar and Junagadh belt; ask on WhatsApp for sourcing details of a given box.
What if my Kesar mangoes arrive damaged?
Report it within 24 hours of delivery with photos or video on WhatsApp. Resolution is a fresh replacement or store credit, and no physical return is needed.
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About the seller
AlphonsoMango.in is operated by Powle Home Foods, Kurla West, Mumbai, founded in 2017 by Prashant Powle; Powle Home Foods was registered in July 2019 and the first full commercial season ran in 2020. Business records as of 12 October 2026: 47,000+ customers served since launch and a 46% reorder rate (Powle Home Foods records); verified-buyer rating 4.35 on Judge.me as displayed on the product pages on that date. FSSAI licence 10020022011783. APEDA registration 225579. GI authorised user AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI Registry Certificate No. 4163, issued 16 October 2019). (Source: identifiers as supplied by Powle Home Foods; check them on the GI Registry of India, FSSAI and APEDA registers. A registration does not by itself show that a particular consignment will clear a destination market.) Support: WhatsApp +91 83690 48029, support@alphonsomango.in, contact form. Social: @alphonsomango3.
Last reviewed: 12 October 2026. Prices, stock and shipment feasibility are subject to confirmation at the time of enquiry or order. A further review is planned before the next fresh-mango season.