The Two Main Types of Persimmons
Fuyu persimmons are sweet, and are can be eaten while still a little firm. ... The hachiya persimmon (shown above) will be sweet only when it's very ripe or even overripe—when it feels something akin to a not-quite-full water balloon.
What is the best tasting persimmon?
Fuyu persimmons are favored as the best tasting persimmons to grow, and the most resilient! Also known as Fuyugaki, Diospyros kaki, Fuyu persimmons account for approximately 80% of the persimmon market.
How can you tell if a persimmon is sweet?
When firm and immature, they contain high levels of tannins that make them astringent and unpalatable. As the fruit ripens, the tannins fade and the flesh becomes sweet and very juicy. A fully ripe Hachiya feels very soft and its flesh has the consistency of dense jelly.
