Don’t let the appearance of the homely cantaloupe in bulk packaging fool you! I’ve bought a dozen or so over the past year and have been impressed with their consistent high quality, throughout the seasons. There are usually a larger than avg 12 or 15 count size, meaning they are usually more mature then the most common size in foodservice, the smaller 18 count case size. Mature melons have a better chance of being well formed internally with a thicker flesh, lower void, and most importantly, be tender, juicy, and have a sweeter flavor. Mature picked melons will also ripen better. Let yours sit out at room temp for a few days until it softens just a little. You’ll be in for a real treat!

Again, if you saw my post on the wstermelon, you’re in the same territory here with the cantaloupe. The last one we picked, was slimed once we cut into it and it was the day after we purchased it. I think Sam’s orders too many of there and does not get rid of them quick enough. Your choice! Take a chance on it and you could be a winner, or NOT.

These are the sweetest canteloupes I’ve ever had!

Taste was horrible, threw it all away.

The cantaloupe I picked was rotten on the inside.

Nice and firm, very good taste and flavor

Bruised and too soft in spots. Seemed like it had been previously frozen

It wasn't as sweet as I like

Tasted good but not as sweet as purchased in summer

Cantaloupe was fresh tasting & very good