Golden Phoenix金凤

Golden Phoenix金凤 (D198)

• Pulp: 450g, $25 per box

The "Queen" of Durians — a true connoisseur’s favourite and one of Malaysia’s most prized premium varieties, often called the elegant counterpart to Musang King.

Flesh (Aril): Pale yellow to creamy white (sometimes almost milky), exceptionally thick with a high flesh-to-seed ratio. Velvety, smooth, soft and slightly watery texture — luxuriously creamy yet melts gently in the mouth with minimal fibre. Thin husk and small flat seeds give outstanding yield despite the compact size.

Flavour: Bold yet refined bittersweet profile — gentle floral sweetness upfront, followed by a pleasant sharp bitterness and subtle alcoholic aftertaste. Complex notes of banana milk, roasted nuts, caramel, and a distinctive pungent aroma with mild onion-garlic undertones. Not overly sweet, making it refreshing and addictive for those who enjoy depth and balance.

Why Special: Golden Phoenix stands out for its small-to-medium compact fruit size paired with an unusually high flesh ratio thanks to its thin shell and tiny seeds. Grown from selected mature trees (mainly in Johor and Pahang), it delivers consistent quality, strong aroma retention, and sophisticated complexity. Many durian enthusiasts rank it as equal to — or even better than — bigger varieties for its refined bittersweet character and excellent value.