Medjool Dates – Deluxe Gift Set 1 pc (harvest 2025–2026)

When it’s a great fit

• As a small courtesy from a venue with an order or the bill.

• As a nice surprise (welcome gift) for guests or partners.

• As a small corporate gift at meetings, conferences, or for gift baskets.

• As a quick snack: with coffee, on the go, at the office, or after sport.

• As a “small treat” for special moments – birthdays, thank-you, apology, congratulations.

Saudi Medjool Rutab: A taste you won’t find elsewhere

While Medjool dates are famous worldwide, Saudi ones in the Rutab stage are in a completely different league thanks to a specific growing approach and unique natural conditions. Rutab Medjool is a rare category you’ll hardly find on the European market.

1. Tradition instead of mass production

In Saudi Arabia—especially in the Al-Qassim region—Medjool isn’t treated as a standard commodity for mass export. Cultivation still follows strict traditional methods, with individual care given to each palm. This approach is deeply rooted in local culture, where dates symbolize the highest respect and hospitality.

2. The secret of volcanic soil and a clean fruity flavor

The flavor difference comes from the unique mineral profile of volcanic soil in Al-Qassim oases. This mineral-rich soil, combined with an ideal microclimate, gives Medjool dates their characteristic deep reddish-brown color and full caramel sweetness.

The result: They don’t leave a heavy “burnt sugar” note—rather a clean caramel-honey taste with fruity hints of raisins and plums.

3. The Rutab stage – royal juiciness at its purest

What makes these dates truly exceptional is harvesting in the Rutab stage—the third maturity stage of dates. Rutab is peak juiciness, when the fruit can contain up to 45% moisture and reaches its creamiest texture.

Why is Rutab so rare?

In most global commercial production, Medjool is harvested in the Tamar stage (fully ripe and drier) because it stores and ships better. Rutab Medjool requires immediate cooling and specialized logistics from the palm all the way to the customer, which dramatically increases costs—so most producers skip it.

But growers in Al-Qassim honor tradition and harvest Medjool in this juiciest stage. The result: dates that are up to 3× juicier than standard Medjool, with a texture that literally melts on your tongue.

Comparison:

• Typical Medjool (Tamar): firmer, chewier, less moist
• Our Rutab Medjool: extra soft, creamy, максимально juicy

4. No artificial treatment – only natural perfection

Unlike mass production—where dried dates are often artificially rehydrated with steam or even soaked in glucose syrup to add shine and softness—our Rutab Medjool keeps its natural quality thanks to careful harvesting at the right moment.

Thanks to Arabia’s ideal climate and traditional cultivation, these dates have their shine and softness completely naturally. No extra syrup glazing or steaming is needed—so you enjoy an authentic fruit in its purest form, exactly as it was harvested from the palm.

Did you know…?

• A natural energy reservoir: Thanks to Al-Qassim’s unique soil and climate, these Medjool dates are naturally rich in potassium, magnesium, and fiber. For athletes and active people, they can be a far more effective (and tastier) source of energy than artificial supplements.

• An authentic Arab variety: Saudi Medjool stays true to the original variety and is grown traditionally without genetic modification. While some producers elsewhere prioritize breeding for “perfect looks” and faster profit, growers in Al-Qassim respect centuries-old tradition and authenticity. The result is the “King of Dates” with natural flavor and texture—just as nature intended.

• Premium quality from a prestigious region: Our Medjool comes from the best farms in Al-Qassim, a region globally known for top-quality dates. With hot summer days and mild winters, the fruit reaches its full caramel sweetness and signature juiciness. Each date is hand-picked and carefully selected.

Product origin: The heart of Arab tradition in the Al-Qassim region

These premium Medjool dates come from the fertile oases of Al-Qassim in central Saudi Arabia. The area is famous worldwide as the “garden of dates” and home to over 8 million palm trees. Here, the best batches of the royal Medjool variety are grown with deep respect for tradition—not as a mass commercial product.

Why is Al-Qassim so special?

• Ideal microclimate: A specific blend of hot desert sun and rich underground springs creates perfect ripening conditions. That’s why our Medjool dates have exceptional juiciness and a clean honey taste with caramel-fruity notes, without any bitterness of burnt sugar.

• Generational heritage: Our dates come from farms with a long tradition, where growing is a craft passed down through generations. Each fruit is the result of patient care, hand harvesting, and strict selection of the largest, meatiest Jumbo-size pieces.

• Home of a world-famous date festival: Al-Qassim hosts the world’s largest date festival—Buraidah Date Festival—where over 300,000 tons are sold each year. Prestigious markets and auctions here reward the very best Medjool with exceptional recognition from local experts and traders.

• Premium harvest in the Rutab stage: Our Medjool is harvested at the optimal maturity stage, achieving a perfect balance of juiciness and sweetness. This timing requires experience and precision mastered only by the best growers in Al-Qassim.

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Size and weight:

• Premium Jumbo category: Each Medjool date weighs on average 24–26 g, placing it among the highest weight categories on the market. This size guarantees exceptional juiciness, fullness, and an intense caramel flavor.

• Impressive dimensions: With a fruit length of 5–6 cm, our Medjool is among the largest and meatiest pieces you can find. Each date is a true “King of Dates”—as Arabs call this variety.

Important note: pit and safety

• Natural with pit: Dates are delivered in their authentic, unprocessed form, and each fruit contains one pit. Thanks to the soft, pliable flesh, the pit can be removed very easily with fingers or a light cut.

• Children and safety: When serving dates to children, we recommend extra caution. Always remove the pit before eating. For small children, it’s safer to split the fruit lengthwise to ensure the pit is gone, then cut into smaller bites.

Storage and shelf life: how to keep freshness without chemicals

Our dates are a purely natural product with no chemical treatment or preservatives. To keep their taste and ideal texture, we recommend:

• After delivery: Once your parcel arrives, transfer the dates into an airtight container and place them in the refrigerator.

• Best freshness in the fridge: In an airtight container at +5 to +7 °C, they stay in excellent condition for at least 3 months.

• Odor protection: Dates absorb surrounding aromas easily. A sealed container is key so they don’t pick up smells from other foods in the fridge.

• Long-term storage (up to 1 year): You can freeze them without worry. In a freezer at -18 to -20 °C, they keep ideal quality for 12 months—low temperature is the most natural preservation method, with no additives needed.

• Serving culture: For everyday use, serve them in a beautiful glass jar with a lid. It looks elegant and the lid reduces moisture loss, keeping every bite juicy.

Customer experiences:

Nutrition values per 100 g:

• Calories: 277 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 75 g (of which sugars: 66 g)

• Fiber: 6.7 g

• Protein: 2 g

• Fat: 0.2 g

Vitamins and minerals (per 100 g):

• Potassium (K): 696 mg – supports heart and muscle health.

• Magnesium (Mg): 54 mg – contributes to normal nervous system function.

• Vitamin B6: 0.2 mg – supports metabolism and red blood cell production.</