Autumn brings with it the short season of the green-skinned Shepard Avocado. A beautiful nutty taste, this variety is only available for a few short months, and keeps its green skin when ripe.
This season drawing to a close, we’re now seeing less Shepards on the shelves, replaced mostly by the creamy Hass variety.
What’s the difference? Great question – we’ve outline the two varieties below:
HASS
Most common avocado variety Australia wide
- Consistent oval shape
- Distinctive bumpy, textured skin
- Changes colour as it ripens – green to rich purple/ black
- Available nearly all year-round
- Creamy flesh and smooth taste
SHEPARD
Shepard avocados (green skin) are available every year for a few months time
- A longer oval shape
- Smooth, shiny green skin
- Skin remains green, even when ripe
- Available February to April
- Nutty flavour and buttery flesh
