Botswana Pink Guava (often referred to simply as the Pink Guava or Common Red Guava) is a highly prized tropical fruit known for its vibrant look and sweet, tropical flavor.To give you the exact details you need for a description or test write-up, here is a breakdown of its physical and sensory
characteristics:Botswana Pink Guava Profile
📏 Size
Fruit Size: Typically ranges from 4 to 12 cm (1.5 to 4.5 inches) in diameter.
Shape: They are generally round, oval, or slightly pear-shaped (resembling a large fig or small apple).
Weight: An average fruit weighs between 100g and 350g, depending on the maturity of the tree and growing conditions.
🎨 ColourExterior (Skin): When unripe, the skin is a deep, vibrant green. As it ripens, it transitions to a light yellowish-green or a pale yellow.
Interior (Flesh): Slicing it open reveals its most famous feature—a gorgeous vibrant pink to deep salmon-red pulp. This distinct blush comes from a high concentration of lycopene (the same natural antioxidant found in tomatoes).
Seeds: The small, hard, edible seeds in the center are typically a pale yellow or cream color.
🧠 TextureFlesh: Unlike white guava varieties which are known for being crisp and crunchy like an Asian pear, the pink guava is softer, pulpy, and much juicier. When fully ripe, it has a smooth, almost creamy mouthfeel that practically melts in your mouth.
Skin: The outer rind is edible but has a slightly rough, bumpy, and sometimes bitter texture compared to the smooth interior.
Seeds: The center contains numerous small, hard seeds. While they are entirely edible, some people prefer to scoop them out or strain them when making juices due to their hardness.
👅 Taste & Aroma (The "Flavor Test")Taste: It is highly celebrated for being noticeably sweeter than white guava. It features a bold, tropical sweetness with very mild, pleasant acidity. Many describe the flavor profile as a delicious cross between a sweet pear and a ripe strawberry.
Aroma: This fruit is incredibly fragrant. A ripe pink guava gives off a strong, musky, and sweet tropical scent that can easily fill a room.
