“A ripe watermelon will have a dull hollow sound ... Finally, pick a melon that doesn’t have cuts, dents, or visible bruises.

Discover 8 expert-approved tips for picking the perfect watermelon—look, tap, and lift your way to a juicy, sweet, and ...

Look for bruises, scars, and other blemishes ... Wroten says, a “nice, clean watermelon” inspires more confidence than a beat-up one—and a heavily bruised melon could be softer and mushier ...