Is grapefruit bitter or sweet

Yuzu has both bitter and sweet flavors, and the specific taste depends on factors such as variety, maturity, and planting environment. The common varieties of pomelo include Shatian pomelo, Wendan pomelo, honey pomelo, grapefruit, etc.

Shatian pomelo has delicate and juicy flesh, high sweetness and a refreshing aroma. After maturity, it has almost no bitterness and is a representative variety of traditional sweet pomelo in China. Wendan pomelo is moderately sour and sweet, with a slightly bitter white sponge layer near the skin and a sweet and refreshing flesh. When the sugar accumulation of honey pomelo is sufficient, its sweetness is prominent, but there may be a slight astringency residue when it is not fully ripe. Grapefruits are characterized by a sweet and slightly bitter taste, and their unique naringin component brings a refreshing bitterness, making them suitable for consumption with honey.

Some grapefruit varieties contain high levels of limonin when they are not fully ripe, which can lead to a noticeable bitter taste. As the ripening process progresses, the bitter taste gradually transforms. Low temperature, drought and other adverse conditions during the planting process may promote the accumulation of bitter substances. The white sponge layer and seeds of grapefruit contain a large amount of bitter ingredients such as naringin, which can cause bitterness when chewed during consumption. Some special varieties, such as bitter pomelo, are mainly characterized by medicinal bitterness and are not suitable for fresh consumption. When selecting pomelos, you can observe fruits with uniform skin color, elastic pressing, and heavy weight, which usually have better maturity. Removing all the white sponge layer before consumption can effectively reduce bitterness. For people with high blood sugar, it is recommended to choose Wendan pomelo with moderate sweetness; People with indigestion can consume a small amount of slightly bitter grapefruit to promote digestion. Whether sweet or bitter grapefruit, it is advisable to control the daily intake within 200 grams to avoid excessive consumption and gastrointestinal discomfort.