Seven Types of Dates
We take great pride in our overarching organic ethos and continue to innovate using unique agricultural methods for the best yields. Even after harvesting, our meticulous production process ensures yours is the only bare hand that ever touches a date, adding to the exclusivity.
Bateel presents seven premium organic date varieties to choose from, including the world-exclusive Wanan range.
Ajwa
Originating from the Saudi Arabian city of Medina and cultivated in limited quantities, the Ajwa date is celebrated as the ’Holy date’ and a revered variety associated with centuries-old Islamic faith.
It has a prune-like texture and black in colour with very fine wrinkled lines. These dates are delightfully soft and mildly sweet. Although, the Ajwa tends to be of the dry variety, it holds a fruity flavour profile.
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Khidri
Originating in Egypt, the Khidri date is the most renowned Bateel variety. This date is large with a cylindrical and elongated shape, commonly amber to dark brown in colour with wrinkled flaky skin. It is delightfully soft and chewy with a sweet raisin-like flavour and caramel aftertaste.
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Kholas
Kholas dates are enjoyed at every stage of maturity of its ripening process, such as balah (unripe), rhutab (semi-ripe), or tamr (fully ripe). A premium indulgence is the frozen rhutab with a soft flesh.
This date has a semi-translucent dark to golden-brown skin in an oval shape. Often served with Arabic coffee, Kholas dates are soft and smooth featuring a rich, toffee flavoured flesh.
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Medjool
Also known as the California date, the Medjool is one of the worlds most popular date variety.
With a thick outer-skin and deep brown colour, it is easy to identify with its large elongated shape and pointed end. Plump, moist and luscious, it has a distinctive caramel taste with hints of vanilla flavour.
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Segai
Native to Saudi Arabia, Segai dates have a unique multi-hued appearance.
Elongated shaped with the base broader than the tip, the Segai features a light beige coloured rim with a saffron to dark orange body. The rim is firm and crunchy with a flavour profile that is reminiscent of warm brown sugar, the base is juicy, soft and mildly sweet.
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Sokari
Often known as the ‘Royal Date’ the Sokari variety stays true to its roots for the Arabic translation of ‘sugar’.
Available in both soft and hard varieties, this cone shaped date with prominent creases in yellow to dark gold skin is complemented by a mildly sugary flesh. When presented in its hard variety, the Sokari features crystallised sugars and offers a crisp, caramel flavour.
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Wanan
A world-exclusive, the Wanan is Bateel’s signature date and is a true delight to date connoisseurs.
The distinguishing characteristics of the Wanan date are the long, cone shaped body and dark wrinkled skin. Deliciously sweet and very satisfying.
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State-of-the-art sustainable farming methods, employing proprietary cultivation and processing technology enable Bateel to produce exceptional quality organic dates, globally unrivalled.
Variety of Fillings
Our extensive range of organic dates are packed with essential vitamins and nutrients for a delicious and healthy treat. Delight in a selection of premium dates, featuring an assortment of fillings, such as nuts and candied fruit.