Black Thorn vs Red Prawn: which is more complex?

Many durian fans describe Black Thorn as deeper and more intense, while Red Prawn can feel sweeter with fruity or wine-like notes.

Which one should I pick for sweeter preference?

Red Prawn is often the easier pick for sweeter and fruitier profile. Black Thorn is usually selected by buyers wanting stronger bitter-leaning complexity.

Long-Tail Comparison Guide

Black Thorn vs Red Prawn

Two highly requested premium profiles with very different personalities. This guide helps you choose based on taste style, intensity, and value timing.

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Side-by-Side Snapshot

Metric	Black Thorn (D200)	Red Prawn (D175)
Flavor profile	Sweet, bitter	Sweet, bitter
Texture	Creamy, smooth, thick, custardy	Soft, fibrous
Aroma	strong	Mild, sweet
Taste notes	Sweet & Bitter	Sweet, Bitter & Alcoholic Taste
Price range	RM45 - RM98 per kg	RM30 - RM40 per kg
Season	June - August	June - August

Quick Buyer Take

Choose Black Thorn if you want intense bittersweet depth with premium texture.
Choose Red Prawn if you want sweeter fruity lift and softer wine-like style.
Best strategy: buy smaller portions of both and compare aftertaste side by side.