Determining ripeness requires some knowledge; how can you pick a ripe watermelon? Sweetness is off the charts this summer. Typically, a producer measures the sweetness of a watermelon by their Brix count, a way to measure sweetness. On this scale, measure

A sweet and ripe watermelon should feel heavy for its size. This usually means that it’s full of water and therefore juicier.. In fact, water and fiber content seem to determine a healthy weight ...

You should pick a melon that has a strong, consistent stripe pattern. The green stripes should be a deep, dark green, while the pale stripes should be a creamy, light yellow. Additionally, you may want to choose a dull looking watermelon. If the melon is