exactly which organisms are present.
That is why a watermelon that is bubbling, foaming, leaking, or smells fermented should be thrown away rather than tasted.
Don’t Rely on a Taste Test if It Looks Spoiled
If a watermelon already shows obvious spoilage, do not taste a piece just to “check.”
Food can contain harmful microorganisms without tasting dramatically different.
When in doubt, throwing away one watermelon is much safer than risking foodborne illness.
How to Choose a Better Watermelon
You cannot guarantee what the inside will look like, but a
