Black Thorn Durian

Black Thorn Durian (15 July 2018)




Black Thorn Durian is presently the king of durians. This is the most expensive durian in Malaysia. As of July 2018, it is selling at RM80 per kilogram, and a moderate size fruit can be about 4kg. For sure I have never eaten this durian until today, 14 July, 2018, when I finally get the pleasure of trying it, during Lindsay Gasik's Durian Appreciation Event.

By my own description, the Black Thorn is melon shaped. It is easy to identify it, and differentiate it from say another famous durian, the Musang King. The flesh is orangy and smooth. This is the first time I have ever tasted this expensive durian, and I can say that it is truly delicious.

During our Durian Appreciation Event at Karuna Hills, Balik Pulau, Mr Heng Mee Oo of Serene Orchard was on hand to share with us how to identify and appreciate the Black Thorn. I will put up the video soon. Until then, you can also learn to appreciate the black thorn durian from Lindsay Gasik's book, The Durian Tourist's Guide to Penang.

Durian Book Timothy Tye with Black Thorn Durian (15 July 2018)


Goh Chooi Yoke with Black Thorn Durian (15 July 2018)

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