Kesar amba is the Gir Kesar mango, known for the orange pulp that gave it its name, since kesar means saffron. You can buy Kesar mango on AlphonsoMango.in from Rs 999 per box. We dispatch by Blue Dart, so check your PIN code at checkout.
Buy Kesar amba online
If you searched for "Kesar amba online", "Kesar mango" or "Kesar keri", you are looking for the same fruit. We sell it on our Kesar mango page, from Rs 999 per box and up to Rs 1,699 for the larger option. Prices can change, so check the product page for the current price.
If you are undecided between Kesar and Alphonso, the table further down compares them plainly. For the other mangoes we sell, see the Mangoes collection. That page includes Ratnagiri Alphonso, Devgad Alphonso and Pairi mango.
What Kesar amba is
Kesar is the Hindi and Gujarati word for saffron, and the name describes the fruit: the pulp is orange. In Marathi a mango is "amba", and in Gujarati it is "keri", which is why people search for Kesar amba and Kesar keri. The variety is also called Gir Kesar, after the Gir region of Gujarat where it is grown.
Kesar is said to have been grown in 1931 by the Junagadh Wazir Sale Bhai, and is said to have been known as Kesar since 1934, when the Nawab of Junagadh remarked on its orange pulp. We keep the "said to" because the story is part history and part local memory. Wikipedia carries the same account.
Kesar amba vs Alphonso: which should you order?
Both are loved, and neither is "better" in every way. The table compares what we can say plainly. Kesar is sold by the box and Alphonso by the dozen, so look at the fruit count and weight on the product page before you compare price.
| Point | Kesar amba | Alphonso (Hapus) |
|---|---|---|
| Grown in | Gujarat (Gir and Junagadh area) | Konkan, Maharashtra (Ratnagiri and Devgad belt) |
| Pulp | Orange pulp | Rich, creamy, non-fibrous pulp |
| Often chosen for | Family eating and aamras | Gifting, eating fresh and aamras |
| Our price | From Rs 999 per box | From Rs 1,849 per dozen |
| Our product page | Kesar mango | Ratnagiri Alphonso |
A practical way to choose: if you cook aamras for a large family and watch the budget, ask what Kesar offers per box. If you are choosing a gift, or you want the fruit most people name when they say "hapus", pick Alphonso. Many households buy both. Our guide to Kesar mango and how to choose it goes into more detail.
Choosing real Kesar
The most useful habit when buying any mango online is to ask questions. Ask where the fruit was grown, and ask how it was ripened. A seller who answers clearly is easier to trust than one who talks only about price.
- Pulp colour: Kesar pulp is orange. Deep orange pulp is the clue most buyers look for.
- Aroma: a ripe mango smells sweet and fruity near the stalk.
- Ripening: selling fruit ripened with calcium carbide (acetylene) gas is prohibited under Regulation 2.3.5 of the Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restrictions on Sales) Regulations, 2011.
Colour and aroma are rough clues, not proof. No home test, including the bucket or water test, shows how a mango was ripened, so the seller's answer matters more than any trick.
We do not use carbide. Our Alphonso mangoes are ripened naturally on hay beds.
For Kesar, the same rule applies: we do not ripen any of our mangoes with carbide. We hold GI Authorised User certificate AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI No. 139) for Alphonso, and you can read our credentials on the Brand Facts page. We are an FSSAI-licensed seller.
Delivery and handling
We dispatch by Blue Dart, and about 65% of Indian PIN codes get next-day delivery. Whether your address is one of them depends on the PIN code, not the city name, so we do not promise a fixed day. Enter your PIN code at checkout and you will see what applies.
- Open the box on the day it arrives and check the fruit.
- If anything arrives damaged, report it to us within 24 hours of delivery at support@alphonsomango.in or on 8369048029.
- If the mangoes are still firm, keep them at room temperature, away from direct sun, until they smell sweet near the stalk and give slightly to gentle pressure.
- Refrigerate only once the fruit is ripe, because cold stops the ripening of unripe fruit.
Season and availability
Our 2027 season opens on 1 February 2027. Until then the fresh mango pages, including Kesar, show as out of stock. Check the Kesar product page for availability, because it is the page that shows the live stock. Fresh mango is not sold outside the season. Our Alphonso pulp tins, in 850 g and 3.1 kg from Rs 590, are available all year if you want a mango dessert in the meantime.
Nutrition
We do not have separate laboratory figures for Kesar on this page, so here are the general numbers for raw mango. Per 100 g it has about 36 mg of vitamin C, roughly 40% of the Daily Value, about 43 micrograms of folate and about 168 mg of potassium. Mango is a fruit with natural sugar, so if you manage blood sugar or follow a special diet, ask your doctor or dietitian about portions. Our full guide to mango nutrition facts has the details.
Ways to use Kesar
- Eat it fresh: chill the ripe fruit lightly, then slice or scoop.
- Make aamras: blend ripe pulp with a little milk and sugar if needed. Our aamras recipe shows the method.
- Make a milkshake: blend pulp, cold milk and a few ice cubes.
- Gift it: see our gifting page for how gift orders work.
If you run a restaurant or hotel and want mangoes for your menu, we also supply restaurants and hotels. Write to us through the restaurant and hotel page with your quantity and dates.
People also ask
Which mango is better, Alphonso or Kesar?
Neither is better for everyone. Alphonso has rich, creamy, non-fibrous pulp and is the usual gift choice. Kesar has orange pulp and is often chosen for family eating and aamras. Taste is personal, so choose by use and budget. Kesar starts from Rs 999 per box and Alphonso from Rs 1,849 per dozen.
How can I identify good Kesar mango?
Look for orange pulp and a sweet aroma near the stalk. These are rough clues, not proof, and no home test shows how a mango was ripened. Ask the seller where the fruit was grown and how it was ripened, and buy from someone who answers those questions clearly.
What does amba taste like?
Amba is the Marathi word for mango, so the taste depends on the variety. Kesar is known for its orange pulp and sweet taste, while Alphonso is known for rich, creamy, non-fibrous pulp. Taste is personal, so compare the two side by side in season if you can.
What is the price of Kesar mango online?
Kesar mango on AlphonsoMango.in starts from Rs 999 per box and goes up to Rs 1,699 for the larger option. Prices can change, so check the product page for the current price. Fresh Kesar is out of stock until our 2027 season opens on 1 February 2027.
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Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia, Gir Kesar.
- Wikipedia, Mango.
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restrictions on Sales) Regulations, 2011, Regulation 2.3.5 (compendium version of 2 April 2025).
Written by Prashant Powle, founder of AlphonsoMango.in. Last reviewed October 2026.