How to Tell if a Guava is Ripe: The Ultimate Guide
                                
                                
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                                Over 30 varieties of guava exist, and knowing how to tell if a guava is ripe can be the difference between a tangy and a sweet flavor. A perfectly ripe guava offers an intensely aromatic and sweet tropical experience, while an underripe one can be hard, astringent, and sour.