Gold Kiwi

The **Gold Kiwi**, often marketed under the brand name **Zespri SunGold**, is a distinct variety of kiwifruit that differs significantly from the common fuzzy green kiwi. Here is a description: * **Scientific Name:** *Actinidia chinensis* * **External Appearance:** The fruit is typically **smaller and more oval or elongated** than the fuzzy green kiwi. Crucially, its skin is **smooth and bronze-toned**, lacking the dense fuzz of its green counterpart. * **Internal Appearance (Flesh):** The flesh is a beautiful, striking **yellow or golden** color. It has a tiny central core and contains fewer, less visible black seeds. * **Texture:** The texture is exceptionally **tender and juicy**. * **Taste:** The flavor is its most notable feature: it is significantly **sweeter and less acidic (less tart)** than the green kiwi, often described as having hints of tropical flavors like mango or melon. In short, the gold kiwi is known for its **smooth skin, golden flesh, and sweeter, more tropical taste.**