Types of Dates

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There are several varieties of dates around the world and every date have different speciality.

Halawy: This variety is native to Iraq. These are sweet and small in size.

Dayri: These dates are lengthy, slim, black in color and gentle and so known as the Monastery Date,

Deglet Noor:  These are semi dry and not so sweet and they are mostly used in cooking. This is one of the best varieties available in Algeria and Tunisia.

Saidy:  They are mostly grown in hot weather conditions these are extremely popular in Libya and extremely sweet.

Maktoom: . They are gentle and moderately sweet this variety is huge, thick skinned and reddish brown in color

Hayani: . These are gentle and dark red to black in color. They are grown in Egypt

Migraf: These are large and golden amber in color and found in Southern Yemen and very popular because of their qulaity.

Barhi: This variety is native to Basra in Iraq. These are round and mild amber to darkish brown in color (on ripening). They are gentle with thicker flesh and luxurious taste.

Iteema: These are big, long in shape and mild amber in color found in Algeria.

Medjool: These are large and extremely delicious with a rich toffee-like flavor this variety has its origin in Morocco

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