The king of fruits is making its way into the market. We don't mean to be killjoys, but know this — traders often fool you into buying a cheaper variety of the fruit. Here’s what you could keep in mind before buying the fruit.

Devgad Hapus
Available between: January-May 15
Specialty: Most traders claim that the Devgad variety is one of the best Alphonso mangoes, and that its sweetness is incomparable to any other variety. Presently, only 100-150 boxes of the Devgad mango have come into the Agricultural Produce and Marketing Committee (APMC) in Vashi. During peak season, however, the number of boxes could go up to a lakh. This variety of the fruit has a saffron colour and a thin skin. It has a unique aroma and its skin peels off easily.
Price: Rs 4,000-8,000 for a five-dozen box (the prices will decrease as the season progresses, claim traders).