Next, give it a gentle squeeze. A ripe pineapple should have a slight give, like a firm handshake from a friend. It should feel heavy for its size, too, which means it’s full of juice. If it’s rock hard, it’s underripe and will taste like chalky disappointment.
If it’s soft and mushy, it’s already on its way to pineapple heaven (and not in a good way). Imagine squeezing a tennis ball versus a ripe avocado—that’s the difference. You want the avocado-friendly pressure, but with a bit more resistance. It’s a Goldilocks situation: not too hard, not too soft.
Ripe juicy pineapple – Artofit
