Hold the orange in your hand. A heavier orange means more juice. Lighter ones may have more peel and less fruit inside, or they may have dried out over time. Firmness:

Gently squeeze the fruit. A slightly soft but firm texture means it’s fresh and ripe. If it feels too hard, it likely has thick skin and less juice. By checking the navel, color, shape, weight, and feel, you can confidently pick the tastiest and juiciest oranges at the market.