What Does a Bad Pomegranate Look Like

Pomegranate seeds are bad if they’ve started to decay – they’ll turn brown and mushy. They are also bad if they smell like nail polish remover (acetone), or alcohol, a result from yeasts breaking down sugars from the fruit.

How do you know when a pomegranate goes bad?

  1. Weight. The fruit should feel heavy for its size ([UOF]). If it feels light, it’s probably dried out. …
  2. Dark or soft spots. Some small ones are okay (see my photo below), especially if they aren’t mushy or sunken.

Do pomegranates spoil easily?

As I mentioned, pomegranates keep for quite a long time, so you should easily go through your supplies before the fruits spoil. What is this? At 41°F (or 5°C), which is the standard temperature in a fridge, pomegranates can last for up to two months ([UOC]).

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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