Are you on the hunt for the best fresh durian in Singapore? With the current durian season peaking in July and August, now is the time to taste test whether the latest durian trends will catch your fancy or not. While the Mao Shan Wang durian known for its rich, creamy texture and bittersweet taste, is still a hot favourite, other varieties like Black Thorn, Hong Xia (Red Prawn) and Golden Phoenix are trending as well.
Do not miss out too, on the plethora of durian desserts and must-have pastries that sell like hotcakes during the season. Taking advantage of the fruit’s custard-like texture and intense aroma, cafes, bakeries, and even hotels often vie to fill the market with gourmet delights from luscious durian cakes and pastries to durian-flavoured ice cream puffs.
So whether you are looking to indulge in creamy, pungent fresh durian or a sweet treat that transforms the undisputed king of fruit into an irresistible delicacy, we pin down the top spots for you to indulge your durian cravings this season.
99 Old Trees - For The Best Naturally Ripened Mao Shan Wang Durians
When it comes to finding durians that check all the boxes of durian connoisseurs and perfectionists, 99 Old Trees which supplies durians from Malaysia is the one shop which all the others try to beat.
Here, naturally ripened, tree-drop durians which have the most developed taste profiles are the star. To prevent damage to the fruit, nets and ropes are used to catch the falling durians. From there, it is a race against time to deliver the durians within 12 hours of harvest! 99 Old Trees also has a very strict grading process, where each fruit is graded up to three times before it is sold.
When purchasing durians from 99 Old Trees, we suggest: Just buy the best! That means securing your Mao Shan Wang (猫山王) via pre-order on their website. What’s more, the team even offers three different taste profiles of Mao Shan Wang durians harvested from different trees in their plantations. These are: Sweet and Dry, Bittersweet and Creamy, as well as Bitter and Moist. If you are selective about your durians, you can choose to indicate your preferred type when ordering online.
With their long-standing reputation for top customer service and top quality, creamy durians, we think 99 Old Trees as one of the safest bets for sourcing satisfaction-guaranteed durians in Singapore!
99 Old Trees 1 Teo Hong Road #01-01, Singapore 088321. Pre-order online or call (+65) 9822 2495.
Combat Durian - For Mao Shan Wang Purists and Pre-order Durian Cakes, Swiss Rolls and Puffs
Tucked away in the heart of Little India, along Rangoon Road, this is the ultimate destination for some of Singapore’s freshest, most delicious Mao Shan Wang durians available. At Combat Durian, only about one or two truckloads of Mao Shan Wang arrive from nearby Johor each day. When the team announces the daily truck arrival timing via their social media pages, it unleashes a fastest-fingers-first frenzy among their cult following.
Orders are taken via WhatsApp only and the lucky few who have secured their orders will receive instructions on when to collect their golden harvests! Without an order confirmation from the Combat Durian team, you are most likely to be disappointed if you simply head over to the store to secure your durians.
Beyond their fresh durians, Combat Durian also offers a range of Mao Shan Wang desserts and pastries. You can pre-order treats like MSW Swiss Roll, Durian Puffs, and even pure MSW puree, to get your durian fix in as many delicious ways as possible.
For durian that is worth fighting for, be prepared to keep watch for Combat Durian’s daily drops via social media and keep your fingers nimble!
Combat Durian 206 Rangoon Road, Singapore 218452. WhatsApp (65) 9278 9928 to order durians. For durian cakes and pastries, order online.
Durian Culture - A 24/7 Durian Hotspot For Musang King from Pahang
Opened in 1969, Durian Culture is almost as old as independent Singapore! Founded by Lim Chin Yong, who started out as a durian lorry driver, and his brother Lim Chin Kean, the family business is now run by the second generation and supplies major retail outlets and supermarkets like NTUC Fairprice. Through sheer hard work and a passion for quality durians. their journey starting with a single lorry and a lot of hard work has won the hearts of many local durian lovers.
Today, Durian Culture specialises in bringing premium Musang King (another name for Mao Shan Wang) durians from Pahang, Malaysia where durian trees thrive thanks to the area’s rich soil and consistent rainfall. The region's highlands, such as those in Raub and Bentong, also have cooler temperatures that create the perfect environment for superior durian quality!
We highly recommend Durian Culture’s Old Tree Pahang Mao Shan Wang that is harvested daily! It has a rich, complex flavour and a superb buttery texture that is truly irresistible!
Durian Culture 77 Sims Avenue, Singapore 387419. Call (65) 6744 5232 to order.
227 Katong Durian - For Johor’s Best D13 Durians
From humble beginnings in a makeshift stall, durian “boss” Ah Loon became a full-time durian seller in 2008 when he established 227 Katong Durian. Today, the shopfront overflows with pungent durian during the peak season, as well as a variety of fresh fruit from Malaysia and Asia. This shophouse stall is best known for their D13s from Johor, which offers a variety of tastes from bitter to sweet with a drool-worthy, soft custard-like texture.
227 Katong Durian 227 East Coast Road, Singapore 428924.
Durian Delivery - Singapore’s Most Awarded Online Durian Vendor
Dedicated durian lovers know that the King of Fruit is best savoured within 48 hours of ripening. In fact, the sooner the better! At Durian Delivery, you will be able to get your hands on the uber-premium creamy, rich Black Gold Mao Shan Wang durians within just 10 hours of harvest. This variety is famous for its tiny seeds and golden-yellow flesh that tastes like custard - and some say XO!
What makes Durian Delivery even better is their commitment to quality and convenience. They offer same-day delivery within 2 hours and even have a 1-hour express option for those in a rush!
Durian Delivery Order online or via WhatsApp (+65) 8497 3036.
Golden Moments - Invest In A Year-Long Durian Membership For VIP Durian Access To The Widest Variety of Premium Durians
If you know someone who is knee-deep into a love affair with durians, then Golden Moments’ annual premium membership priced at $99 is the perfect gift for them. Aside from receiving perks valued at $80 upon sign up, members will get to enjoy some of Singapore’s most coveted varietals like Black Thorn King, Royal Kun Bao, Penang Kampung Kia, Red Prawn King and many more at cost price from Golden Moments!
Golden Moments is also a favourite one-stop-shop for durian lovers with its offers of the widest variety of fresh durians for home delivery. Do not miss out on their just-as-famous durian desserts like cakes and mooncakes! We are bowled over by the Signature Pandan Mao Shan Wang Durian cake made with dense, creamy Mao Shan Wang durian mousse, light pandan chiffon cake, and crunchy cookie crumble on the top. Whether you order the Mr Gentleman Premium Valrhona Chocolate Black Gold Mao Shan Wang Cake, or the Black Forest Mao Shan Wang Durian Cake, you can be assured of a heavenly blend of flavours and textures in every bite!
Golden Moments 110 Lor 23 Geylang, Victory Centre, #07-13, Singapore 388410. Order online or WhatsApp / call (+65) 8766 8960.
Goodwood Park Hotel - Home Of Singapore’s Annual Luxury Durian Dessert Fiesta
Goodwood Park Hotel’s annual Durian Fiesta returns for its 41st instalment this 2024! This year's fiesta features an exciting array of new creations and beloved classics showcasing the rich flavours of D24 and Mao Shan Wang durians. This year’s highlights include the vibrant D24 Granny Smith Mousse Cake, which is a delightful pairing of D24 durian and Granny Smith apples. Encased within an apple glaze, this dessert features apple mousse, apple jelly, caramelised apples, and almond sponge layered with generous helpings of indulgent durian mousse!
We also love the adorable new creation of D24 Mango Coconut Gateau and Chocolate Husk featuring a tantalising combination of D24 mousse and coconut sponge enrobed in coconut mousse. Served as a pair, one is wrapped with milk chocolate resting on a nutty chocolate base and the other with a mirror glaze coated with coconut flakes on top of a coconut biscuit. Both are adorned with diced mango, mango jelly and chocolate leaves.
Not to be overlooked, are the Durian Fiesta’s cherished signatures such as the D24 Mousse Cake, D24 Crêpe, D24 Puff, and Durian Ice Cream which are still hot favourites to this day! The iconic 'Mao Shan Wang' Mousse Cake and 'Mao Shan Wang' Power Puff also make their highly-anticipated return, offering an irresistible treat for all durian lovers.
Goodwood Park Hotel 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221. For dine-in reservations, call (+65) 6730 1786 or email [email protected]. For pick up or home delivery, order online here.
Delcie’s Desserts - For Healthier Halal Durian Cakes and Bakes
Did you know that durian is rich in vitamin C, fibre, and healthy fats, making it both a tasty and nutritious fruit? For the health-conscious, however, durian cakes can often seem off-limits due to the cake’s naturally high calories, fat, sugar, and cholesterol levels. At Delcie’s Desserts, the team strikes a balance between indulgence and wellness with cakes curated for those with dietary concerns.
Their signature Mao Shan Wang Durian Cake, for example, comprises 3-layers made with rich, organic cane sugar-free vanilla-infused vegan cake and generous portions of fresh MSW durian puree between each layer. As it is eggless, dairy-free, and nut-free, it is suitable for vegetarians, those with common allergies as well as everyone looking for a guilt-free indulgence without compromising on flavour!
Delcie’s Desserts Blk 34 Whampoa West #01-83, Singapore 330034. For orders, call (+65) 6282 2951 or shop online here.
Four Seasons Durian - For A Taste Of The Original Durian Puff, Durian Mochi and Durian Fudge Cake
Established in the early 1970s along Thomson Road, Four Seasons Durians has transformed from a humble fruit stall to Singapore’s favourite spot for durian puffs, durian fudge cake and cutesy 3D Durian character cakes. At their retail outlets conveniently located in shopping malls, you can pop-in for a durian confectionery pick-me up whenever cravings strike!
Our favourite bites Four Seasons Durians include the Durian Mochi, Mao Shan Wang ice cream, and the affordable Premium Durian Fudge Cake. For a more show-stopping durian indulgence, try their signature 3D Mao Shan Wang Cake, which looks like an actual durian with hand-piped spikes and 100% pure durian puree layered with fluffy sponge. For a little takehome treat, try a bottle of the Four Seasons Durian Kaya spread - perfect for your morning kaya toast!
Four Seasons Durian Visit their retail outlets at Century Square or Nex Serangoon, or order online here.
Ms Durian - A Homegrown Durian Patisserie For Dine-in Desserts With Durian Intensity Levels Up To 5!
This speciality durian bakery café founded by besties Ling Goh and Jeslyn Tan is a quaint, cosy find nestled in the heartland neighbourhood of Jalan Besar. Ms Durian offers premium-grade desserts made with Mao Shan Wang durian, and has become a beloved spot for savouring unique durian creations in Singapore. On their innovative menu, you will find a MSW Durian Nasi Lemak featuring a rich, fragrant durian coconut rice with fried chicken wing, and house-made sambal!
We like Ms Durian’s dine-in dessert menu best, for its one-of-a-kind durian intensity meter. Featuring five levels from one (light) to five (intense), the menu features a melt-in-your-mouth Durian Coconut Milk Pudding (intensity 2/5), MSW Durian Coffee drink (intensity 3/5) all the way up to the 24K MSW Durian Cheesecake with a durian flavour intensity of 5/5!
Ms Durian Dine in and takeaways available at Jalan Besar, 11 Kelantan Road Singapore 208604. To order, call or WhatsApp (+65) 6962 0057, email [email protected] or shop online here.
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