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Mao Shan Wang (猫山王) - Superior Form

Our durians are selected from Old Trees ages more than 15 years old.

Durians from old trees are richer and more intense in taste. Bitter Sweet Strong intense smell. 

Taste and Texture of Mao Shan Wang  

Mao Shan Wang may come in various taste and texture profiles. In general, we classify them in 3 different categories:

1. Sweet and Dry. These MSWs have a sweet, fragrant and floral scent and the texture is usually dry and sticky.
2. Bittersweet and Creamy. Most MSWs will fall under this category.
3. Bitter and Moist. These MSWs have a more pronounced bitterness and pungent scent. But do note that texture wise, they tend to be wetter.

Please indicate your taste and texture preference in the comments section before checkout. Otherwise, you will be randomly given any of these 3 profiles. 

Please also note that we do our best to match the durians based on your expectations, however, durians are natural fruits afterall, and the actual taste and texture may not be 100% to your exact liking. We urge consumers to be a exercise reasonable judgement and be more open to various taste and texture profiles of durians.

Nett weight: Per box contains approximately 750 +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed) currently.

Flesh ratio: For this season, the average flesh weight to gross whole durian weight is 26-27%

Seed size: Mixture of large and flat seed.Prices shall be adjusted according to market prices.

Packaging: Dehusked. Heat-sealed.

Storage: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance.

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

D24

Before it was dethroned by Mao Shan Wang, D24 used to be everybody's favorite. It has a nice creamy taste. 

Texture ranges from sticky to a little moist. (Do expect D24s to have a little more moisture content than MSWs)

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Pale cream white to mustard yellow. Those with dark patch are bitter.

Taste: Slightly milky, moderate aroma. Bittersweet notes, alocholic at times. 

Texture: Soft and creamy in general. Those with alcoholic taste are usually moist.

Seed size: Large seeds in general.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

Tekka 

Tekka, also known as Musang Queen, is grown in both Johor and Pahang. 

It has a characteristic "valley" in its core. 

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Light brown flesh. Those with dark patch are bitter.

Taste: Distinct floral taste, strong aroma. Bittersweet notes but usually tend to be more towards sweeter side. 

Texture: Tends to have a firm texture and slightly fibrous. Moist Tekkas will exhibit more bitter taste profile and have stronger flavour.

Seed size: Large seeds in general.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

Jin Feng (Golden Phoenix D198)

Jinfeng is mainly grown in Johor region. Known for its small seed, Jinfeng is greatly sought after by durian lovers.

By contrast to other durians, Jinfeng is generally small in size. They are usually available for only 4 to 5 weeks, so be sure to catch it when you can.

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Off-white coloured flesh.

Taste: Moderate to strong durian aroma. May be alcoholic at times. Good chance of hitting bitter notes. 

Texture: Soft creamy flesh. Those with bitter and alcoholic notes may be more moist in texture.

Seed size: Small seeds in general.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

Red Prawn (D175)

Often confused with D13. Red prawn has a soft sweet texture with a sharp aroma, occasionally possessing alcoholic notes. Red prawn is available only 4 to 6 weeks in a year, so do catch it when it is available.  

WARNING: This is a moist to wet durian. DON'T ORDER IF YOU DON'T LIKE MOIST DURIANS!!!!

• Rugby Shaped.
• Moist to wet texture. If you do not like wet durians, do not order this.
• Light coloured Salmon-pinkish flesh.
• Sweet Champagne alcoholic taste.
• Mix of large and small seeds. 
• Partial uneven ripening common.

Packing Size: 700gram dehusked. Heat-sealed. Your durian may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Warning: For a good Red Prawn to have a pronounced flavour, they tend to be wet in texture. So if you don't like wet texture, refrain from ordering Red Prawn.

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Light coloured Salmon-pinkish flesh.

Taste: Sweet Champagne alcoholic taste.

Texture: Moist to wet texture. If you do not like wet durians, do not order this.

Seed size: Medium to large seeds.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Disclaimer: Partial unripening is a common for this breed of durians. In such cases, we will top up your box with some extra seeds of durian to compensate for it. Watch out for the Compensate Sticker Label.

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

D13 (Johor)

D13 is mostly grown in Johor. It is generally inexpensive compared to other breeds. D13 usually doesn't grow very big, but the advantage is that it has a rather low incidence of under-ripe flesh.

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Reddish orange flesh

Taste: Sweet with tinge of bitter notes at the end. It also has a distinctive aroma that smells similar to thinner or diesel.

Texture: Soft texture and tends to be moist. Biologically, this durian has thin membrane.

Seed size: Big seeds in general.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

S17 Durian

This cultivar originates from Johor. The official breed name is D17. S17 indicates the higher grading amongst D17s. This cultivar is one of the more under-rated durians in Malaysia.

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: White to pale yellow.

Taste: High chances of hitting bitter notes. Bold flavored with hint of soya bean notes.

Texture: Soft, thick, rich, and moist. 

Seed size: Medium to large seeds.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

XO (Johor) WARNING: 

XO is a mostly grown in Johor. It is an improved breed derived from D24.

This is a moist and wet durian by nature. If you don't like moist durian, DO NOT ORDER!!!

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Pale pastel yellow

Taste: Milky bittersweet with an alcoholic aftertaste.

Texture: Soft texture and tends to be moist. Biologically, this durian has thin membrane.

Seed size: Good proportion of small seeds.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

Ganghai

This durian is found mainly in the state of Johor. 

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Yellow flesh.

Taste: Sticky and creamy. Fragrant with sweet taste.

Texture: Creamy and sticky. 

Seed size:  Small flat seeds.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

Pontian King

This is a rare durian found in the State of Johor, specifically found in the quaint district of Pontian. 

This cultivar is only available for 10-14 days throughout the year. 

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Yellow brownish flesh.

Taste: Sticky and creamy. Fragrant with slight bitterness

Texture: Creamy. 

Seed size: Medium size flat seeds.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times, we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.

D88

This is a uncommon durian found in the State of Johor. 

Characteristics

Flesh Colour: Pale yellow. Sometimes found with pink hues on the flesh

Taste: Ranges from mild and sweet to bitter for those that are more moist. At times, you may detect some garlic notes in them.

Texture: Firm flesh, creamy and slightly fibrous.

Seed size: Big seeds in general, but very fleshy.

Packing size: 700gram +-10 gram (Durian flesh + seed). Heat-sealed.

Storage condition: Your durians may arrive chilled for food safety and quality assurance. 

Market price adjustments: As durian prices are volatile, the actual price on the day of delivery may go up or down from the day you have placed the order. Hence, the actual quantity may be adjusted on the day of delivery to reflect the actual market price. 

Your box of durian may consists of durian from two different fruits - As durian comes in different sizes, at times we will have to open up a second durian to fill up your box to make up 700gram of flesh weight. This is very common. Hence, don't be surprise to find a segment of durian flesh that may come in a slightly different colour or a slightly different taste profile. We will do our best to match the same taste and texture profile in the same box, but slight variations is inevitable as these are natural fruits afterall.