June
Season opens after Alphonso and Kesar wind down
Early harvest
IARI HYBRID · NEELUM × DASHERI
Mallika Mango — India's Best Export Hybrid Mango
Mallika is one of India's finest hybrid mango varieties and arguably the most underrated. Developed by IARI as a cross between Neelum and Dasheri, Mallika mangoes are fiberless, intensely sweet, and have an exceptional shelf life compared to most Indian varieties — which is why they are actively exported to the United States and other markets.
For Indian buyers, Mallika offers a longer season than Alphonso or Kesar, easy availability, and a price point that makes it excellent for gifting in bulk.
VARIETY GUIDE
What Is Mallika Mango?
Mallika was bred at IARI New Delhi and released in 1975. Like Amrapali, it combines the sweet intensity of Neelum with the smooth flesh of Dasheri — but in a different genetic selection that results in a notably longer shelf life and a more export-oriented fruit. Browse our variety guide for more hybrids.
Key Characteristics
Shape
Oblong to slightly round, medium to large (250–400g)
Skin
Golden-yellow with minimal blemishes when ripe
Flesh
Bright golden-orange, fiberless, smooth, dense
Taste
Very sweet, rich, low-acid — some describe it as honey-like
Aroma
Moderate to strong, pleasant
Shelf life
2–3 weeks post-harvest (significantly better than Alphonso's 1 week)
SEASON
Mallika Mango Season
June to August— Mallika's extended season is one of its biggest advantages. It bridges the gap between the Alphonso/Kesar season and the Chaunsa/late-season varieties.
July
Peak of the extended season — full sweetness and availability
Peak quality
August
Late season — bridges into Chaunsa and other late varieties
Still available
Best buying window: July. Mallika runs June to August — one of the longer seasons among premium Indian varieties.
EXPORT
Mallika Mango in the USA
Mallika is one of very few Indian mango varieties officially approved and exported to the United States. Approved by the USDA in 2007 (alongside Alphonso and Kesar), Mallika export operations run from June to August. This approval reflects its exceptional uniformity, shelf life, and quality — making it the hybrid choice of the export trade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mallika is a hybrid mango developed by IARI as a cross between Neelum and Dasheri varieties. It is known for its fiberless flesh, exceptional sweetness, and longer shelf life than most Indian mangoes.
FARM DIRECT
Mallika Mango — Extended Season, Exceptional Sweetness
Fiberless, honey-sweet, and built for the long season. Ideal for gifting and everyday boxes.