Best Date Varieties in Singapore (2025): Customer Picks & Buyer Guide
Local, Singapore-focused comparison of flavor, texture, size-counts, storage tips, and where to buy. For our global editorial rankings, see the separate Top-10 guide to avoid keyword overlap.
Why Dates Are a Hit in Singapore
Dates are embraced across Singapore’s diverse food culture—enjoyed year-round and especially popular during Ramadan. They’re naturally sweet, fiber-rich, and convenient, making them a favorite for snacking, gifting, and cooking.
Quick Chooser: Pick by Use-Case
Gifting • Premium
Medjool (jumbo, caramel-sweet), Ajwa (heritage, firm-soft), Piarom (rare, gourmet).
Tip: lower counts/kg (e.g., Medjool 16–18, 18–22) look larger and more premium.
Daily Snacking
Kimia/Mazafati (very soft), Safawi (soft-chewy), Sukkari (naturally sugary).
Cooking • Bakery • Ambient
Deglet Noor (semi-dry; pitted/diced available), Zahidi (value, semi-dry), Mabroom (chewy, sleek).
Seasonal Fresh Treat
Barhi at rutab stage (butterscotch notes); short season—handle gently.
Looking for global rankings instead? Read our separate Top-10 Best Dates (2025).
Variety Matrix (Taste • Size-Count • Storage)
| Variety | Taste & Texture | Typical Size-Count* | Best For | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medjool | Caramel-sweet; soft → tender-chewy | 16–18 • 18–22 • 22–26 | Gifting, premium retail | Refrigerated (4–12 °C) |
| Ajwa | Mellow, deep; firm-soft | Large / Medium grades | Premium gifting | Refrigerated |
| Kimia (Mazafati) | Rich, dark; very soft & moist | Retail 500 g / 1 kg | Daily snacking | Cold-chain / fridge |
| Piarom | Dark-chocolate notes; semi-dry | Premium grades (by origin) | Connoisseur gifting | 15–20 °C, dry |
| Safawi | Balanced sweet; soft-chewy | Family/retail grades | Family packs | Cool preferred |
| Mabroom | Honeyed; semi-soft to chewy | Retail/wholesale | Ambient-friendly travel | 15–20 °C |
| Sukkari | Very sweet; soft, delicate | Household packs | Energy snacking | Cool preferred |
| Deglet Noor | Honey-nut; semi-dry | Branch • pitted • diced | Bakery, granola | 15–20 °C |
| Barhi | Butterscotch at rutab stage | Seasonal fresh | Fresh snacking | Refrigerated |
| Zahidi | Nutty; semi-dry | Value/industrial | Value retail, chopping | 15–20 °C |
*Lower count per kg = larger fruit. Compare like-for-like only.
Where to Buy Dates in Singapore
- Supermarkets: NTUC FairPrice, Cold Storage, Sheng Siong.
- Specialty: Mustafa Centre and Arab Street shops (good seasonal variety).
- Online: Reputable retailers and brand stores with cooling options for soft types.
For premium gifts, ask for variety, origin, size-count and crop year on the label.
How to Choose & Store (SG Climate)
Choosing
- Look for plump fruit, intact skin, clean aroma.
- Confirm count/kg (Medjool 16–18 / 18–22 / 22–26).
- Check crop year, batch/lot, and sealed packaging.
Storing
- Soft/moist: refrigerate (≈4–12 °C); open only after acclimatizing to reduce condensation.
- Semi-dry: cool, dark shelf (≈15–20 °C); keep airtight.
- Freeze for longer storage; thaw sealed in fridge.
FAQs
Which variety is best for gifts? Medjool for visual impact, Ajwa for heritage value.
Can I keep dates at room temperature? Yes for semi-dry (Deglet Noor, Zahidi). Softer types do better refrigerated.
What does count/kg mean? Fewer pieces per kg = larger fruit (often pricier).
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