Dates – barhi date – fresh and frozen

Description

The Barhi date is considered the sweetest and creamiest of all dates. As it has a lower than average astringency, this date is edible during all three stages of ripeness, as described above.

In general, the Barhi date provides a varying degree of sweetness depending upon its ripeness level, ranging from fresh sugar cane to coconut and butterscotch.

They are smaller and more spherical than other varieties and are often still attached to the vine when sold in their unripe, yellow stage. The yellow Barhi date has a golden matte finish and a crunchy apple-like texture with a slight sweetness and mild astringency.

If left at room temperature, it will eventually turn a brownish color as it ripens, becoming soft and chewy with a thin crisp outer skin.