9 Most Popular Varieties
Our Varieties
Freshly harvested from orchards across West Malaysia. Varieties rotate based on seasonal availability.
Musang King
Origin: Raub, Pahang — the legendary birthplace of Malaysia's most sought-after durian.
Taste: Rich, bittersweet with deep caramel undertones. Thick, creamy flesh that melts on your tongue with a lingering sweet finish.
D24
Origin: Bukit Merah, Perak — the original crowd-pleaser that started Malaysia's durian craze. Now grown across Pahang, Johor, and the Cameron Highlands.
Taste: Perfectly balanced sweet-bitter ratio. Smooth, creamy flesh with a clean finish. The everyday durian that never disappoints.
Black Thorn
Origin: Sungai Bakap, Penang — a rare gem from mainland Penang that commands among the highest prices in durian season.
Taste: Intense bittersweet complexity with whiskey undertones and hints of dark chocolate. Impossibly smooth, almost custard-like.
Red Prawn
Origin: Balik Pulau, Penang — named for its distinctive salmon-pink flesh.
Taste: Sweet with a gentle bitterness, delicate floral aroma. The flesh is soft and sticky with a wine-like aftertaste.
XO
Origin: Pahang — a naturally fermented variant of D24. The fruit is left to ripen longer after dropping, developing an alcohol-like character — hence the name XO, after cognac.
Taste: Alcohol-like fermented bitterness, almost like aged whisky. Pale flesh with a sharp, tangy bite and creamy aftertaste.
Golden Phoenix
Origin: Pahang & Johor — a hidden favourite among durian connoisseurs.
Taste: Pale, almost white flesh with a subtle bitter elegance that transforms into lingering sweetness. Floral aroma that true durian lovers crave.
Tupai King
Origin: Sungai Ara, Penang — discovered by Chew Chee Wan. Currently Malaysia's most premium durian, commanding the highest market prices.
Taste: Bittersweet and nutty with subtle boozy undertones. Rich orange-yellow flesh with a complex depth that rewards experienced palates.
Tekka
Origin: Banting, Selangor — also known as Musang Queen. A kampung classic passed down through generations of orchards.
Taste: Thick, fibrous flesh with a robust sweetness and floral depth. Strong aroma with a satisfying sticky texture.
IOI
Origin: Muar, Johor — a well-loved variety from southern Malaysia, prized for its balanced sweetness and smooth texture.
Taste: Sweet with a distinct bittersweet aftertaste. Pale golden-yellow flesh that is creamy, soft, and easy to enjoy. A crowd-favourite for all palates.
D101
Origin: Muar, Johor — one of Malaysia's most accessible premium varieties, also known as Muar Gold. A kampung favourite that punches well above its price.
Taste: Mildly sweet with a gentle bittersweet finish. Thick, creamy custard-like flesh that is dense and smooth. Easy to enjoy for beginners and satisfying for regulars.