We do not publish a price history for Alphonso, and 2027 prices are not out yet, so no claim about before-peak or after-peak prices on our site can be checked. What can be checked: current dozens run ₹1,849 to ₹2,999, and the price shown at checkout is final. Judge value by size, weight and ripening method, not by the calendar.
You can compare boxes and sizes in our current Ratnagiri Alphonso boxes.
By Prashant Powle, founder of AlphonsoMango.in (operated by Powle Home Foods, Mumbai). Last updated 23 October 2026.
What the question assumes
Asking for prices before and after the seasonal peak assumes there is a pattern worth timing. In produce markets there often is: early fruit is scarce and dear, peak weeks bring volume, and late fruit varies with the crop. I will not give you numbers to match that story, because I do not hold a price series I could stand behind.
What I can do is show you what a published price consists of and how to judge it, so that you can compare any two prices on the same footing.
What we can say about the season
Alphonso is usually available February to June. The 2027 season is listed to start 1 February 2027; check the product page for live dates. No 2027 prices are published, so the figures in this article are the current published ones. They are not a forecast.
Current dozens: ₹1,849 (small, 150-180 g), ₹2,099 (medium, 180-220 g), ₹2,499 (large, 225-250 g), ₹2,699 (extra large, 250-275 g) and ₹2,999 (jumbo, 275-300 g). Two dozen: ₹3,499, ₹3,999, ₹4,699 (Ratnagiri) or ₹4,749 (Devgad), ₹4,999, and ₹5,399 (Ratnagiri) or ₹5,499 (Devgad).
Early fruit, peak fruit, late fruit
| Part of season | What to expect (general, not a price claim) | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Early | Lower volume; fruit can be uneven in size | Weight per mango, ripening stage on arrival |
| Peak | Widest choice of sizes | Dispatch cut-off, delivery estimate |
| Late | Volume tapers; sizes and availability vary | Product page stock and dates |
That table is general behaviour of a seasonal fruit, not a statement about our pricing in any month. Where our published terms apply, they apply all season: free delivery, prepaid, dispatch before 1 PM IST the same day, Monday to Saturday.
How to judge value at any point
Compare on weight and method, not on the tag. A worked example. A medium dozen at ₹2,099 holds 12 mangoes at 180 to 220 g, about 2.2 to 2.6 kg, so about ₹800 to ₹950 per kg (approximate). A jumbo dozen at ₹2,999 holds 3.3 to 3.6 kg, so about ₹830 to ₹910 per kg. The per-kilo cost is similar, which means the choice between them is about use, not price: medium for eating, jumbo for serving whole or gifting.
Then compare the extras. Is delivery free? Is the claim route written down? Is the origin number checkable? Our article on net fruit weight shows the arithmetic in more detail.
What we publish and what we do not
Published: dozen and two-dozen prices, free delivery, prepaid terms, cancellation before dispatch with a full refund, postponement by up to 2 days before dispatch. Not published: a price history, any discount calendar or a promise that a price will rise or fall. See the price adjustment policy article for what happens if a price changes after you buy.
Carbide and cheap fruit
Late-season discounts are where ripening shortcuts tempt sellers. We do not use carbide. Our Alphonso mangoes are ripened naturally (on hay beds, as our FAQ states). Calcium carbide is prohibited for ripening fruit under Regulation 2.3.5 of the Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restrictions on Sales) Regulations, 2011. It releases acetylene and can carry arsenic and phosphorus impurities; controlled ethylene up to 100 ppm is permitted. A float test is only a rough clue; only a lab test proves it.
How an order reaches you
Fruit is harvested to order, packed against your order and shipped semi-ripe by BlueDart to serviceable PIN codes. Delivery is free, with no minimum and no hidden charge. Payment is prepaid; there is no cash on delivery. Tracking comes by email and WhatsApp. Claim damage within 24 hours of delivery with photos; approved refunds are made within 7 business days.
Verified business details
- Operated by Powle Home Foods, Kale Marg, Bail Bazar, Kurla West, Mumbai 400070.
- GI Authorised User AU/5974/GI/139/260 (Alphonso) and AU/6932 (Devgad); GI tag certificate articles.
- FSSAI Central Licence 10020022011783 (FSSAI page).
- APEDA registration 225579 (export page, APEDA notes).
- WhatsApp +91 70830 75556, support@alphonsomango.in (contact us).
- Policies: shipping and returns.
- References: Brand Facts, Editorial Standards, Press and Media, reviews.
You can verify the GI, FSSAI and APEDA numbers on ipindia.gov.in, fssai.gov.in and apeda.gov.in. Articles are reviewed by the team from the Founder's office before publication; AI is used only as an assistive drafting tool grounded in the store's records.
Frequently asked questions
Do Alphonso prices change during the season?
We do not publish a price history or a promise that prices will rise or fall. Check the product page for the live price; the price at checkout is final.
Are 2027 prices out?
No. The 2027 season is listed to start 1 February 2027. The product page shows live prices once they are set.
Is early-season fruit more expensive?
In many seasonal markets it is, but we hold no price series to prove it for our own range. Compare on weight per mango and cost per kilo instead.
What does a dozen cost now?
₹1,849 (small) to ₹2,999 (jumbo). Two dozen is ₹3,499 to ₹5,499. Delivery is free to serviceable PIN codes.
Should I wait for a lower price?
Waiting risks missing the season, which is usually February to June. Order when you want the fruit; there is no published price-drop adjustment.
Are the mangoes carbide-free?
Yes. We do not use carbide. Our Alphonso mangoes are ripened naturally on hay beds. Carbide is prohibited for ripening under FSSAI Regulation 2.3.5.
Can I cancel if the price changes?
Before dispatch you can cancel free with a full refund. Once fresh fruit has dispatched it cannot be cancelled.
Sources and further reading
Related: Alphonso mango price adjustment policy, Price comparison by harvest batch, Ratnagiri Alphonso mango price.
