I opened it up outside because I though it was going to have a strong Oder but the smell was very mild thanks to the freeze drying. The taste wasn't what I expected (hearing from other people) but I think it's one of those foods where the taste is determined by your own taste buds. I tasted mango and popcorn. Hopefully one day I'll get to try the fresh stuff.

I tasted fresh durian many years ago and loved it, but it's very hard to find in a grocery store. Some people don't like it (my boyfriend didn't even like the smell) but I LOVE it! It's pricey but I will definitely order it again.

Though I have yet to try the fresh fruit, I really enjoy the taste of freeze-dried durian. Some people will like this more than others. I am someone who LOVES sweet and savory (things like honey on pizza, caramelized onions, salt on cookies). The best way I can describe the flavor is like a combination of creamy marshmallow, caramelized/roasted garlic and sparkling wine. It is a complex flavor, so not everyone will like it. My partner thinks it is "fine", doesn't hate it, just does not love it. If I think about it too much there does seem to be an over-ripe or rotten fruit smell and taste that can be associated with this.

As with all freeze dried fruit, this will stick to your teeth a little, so be prepared for the taste to linger.

This is the second brand of freeze-dried durian I have bought on Amazon. I liked the taste of both brands, but the other one (Rozocha) seemed to be a better value. They were supposed to weigh about the same, but Rozocha was divided into 4 little packs instead of 2 and it just seemed like I got more durian.

I love the taste, and the texture not sure how many nutrients is left in after it was freeze dried

Nice milky taste, but too little in a package,still trying to find better deal.