The differences between Musang King and Golden Pillow include different tastes, different shapes, different origins, different picking methods, and different aromas.
1. Different tastes
Maosang King durian has not undergone any ripening process. It will automatically peel off its stems after the durian is fully mature naturally. Therefore, the pulp is full, the smell is fragrant, and the taste is good. Some. Golden pillow durians are usually picked manually before they are fully mature, transported to China, and then sold when they are almost ripe, so the taste is not very good.
2. Different appearance
Golden pillow durian has a large fruit body, a yellow shell, and a tail tip. Compared with other varieties, the fruit thorns have a larger head and a tail tip. They are divided into A and B fruits. , among them, A fruit is large, the package shape is prominent and even, and the flesh yield rate is generally 4-5 packages, while B fruit is small, the fruit shape is slightly worse, and the flesh yield rate is generally 3-4 packages. Musang King durian is small, usually around 2.5kg, with mostly green skin and an obvious "five-pointed star" mark on the bottom of the fruit, which is unique to Musang King durian.
3. Different origins
Musang King durian is produced in Malaysia, with Pahang being the most famous. It is widely planted in Raub, Bentong, Katliu, Sungai Orchid and other places in Pahang. Golden pillow durian is produced in Thailand. The main production areas are in the east and south of Thailand. The east is in Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Tat, and the south is in Chumphon, Suratthani, and Nakhon Siamala.
4. Different picking methods
Musang King durian falls off to the ground by itself after it matures naturally. Golden pillow durians are picked manually. Farmers need to prepare thick leather gloves, wear helmets, prepare a knife, and then climb to the durian tree and cut the durian roots with a knife to pick.
5. Different fragrances
Musang King durian has a strong sweet fragrance and a bit of alcohol, which some people find stronger. Golden Pillow Durian has a relatively light fragrance and a refreshing and pleasant taste, not that strong.
Reference for the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia - Musang King Durian