D600
Sweet, creamy with a characteristic hint of sour and slight bitterness Creamy, soft High PopularityD600 is an early season durian heavily associated with Penang. It is actually a seedling grown from the famous Khun Poh Ang Bak cultivar. It boasts an intense rich yellow flesh that is incredibly sweet and creamy with a characteristic hint of sourness, making it a fantastic starter durian for the season.
Price Range
RM40 - RM60 per kg
Season
May - July
Taste
Sweet, creamy with a characteristic hint of sour and slight bitterness
Aroma
Fragrant
Where to Find
Balik Pulau, Penang
Flavor Profile
Characteristics
Personal Comment for D600
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D600 is considered the "starter gun" of the Penang durian season, often dropping early and signaling the start of the durian feast. With roots in Balik Pulau, it grew from a seedling of the reputable Khun Poh Ang Bak cultivar. It inherited some fine traits from its mother tree but also packs its own unique surprise.
The D600 Vibe
When you crack open a D600, your eyes are immediately met with an intense, rich yellow flesh. The color is striking—some even say it looks painted on! The durians usually have a nice shape and yield generously thick, satisfying pods of flesh (isi tebal). It's a gorgeous durian that easily rivals more expensive varieties when it comes to visual appeal.
Consistency and Texture
Texture-wise, D600 is a winner for those who love creaminess. The flesh is incredibly creamy and soft, sometimes compared to Musang King in its rich, buttery mouthfeel. The arils are plump, making each bite feel substantial and rewarding.
The Taste Test: Sweet, Creamy, with a Zesty Twist
The flavor profile of D600 is what sets it apart. It hits you with a decadent sweet and creamy core, but then it sneaks in a very characteristic hint of sourness, followed by a slight touch of bitterness. That little tinge of sour mixed with sweet creaminess keeps it incredibly well-balanced, ensuring you won't get "jelak" (cloyed) too easily.
If you're making your rounds at a Penang durian buffet or grabbing a fresh catch early in the season, you definitely don't want to skip the D600. It's a fantastic, flavorful prelude to the heavier bitter cultivars.