Sukkari Dates

Sukkari Dates تمر السكري

Sukkari is a golden, exceptionally sweet date from Al-Qassim — crisp when dry and melting when soft — and the Kingdom's most sought-after variety.

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OriginAl-Qassim Region
ColorGolden yellow
TextureCrisp / melting
HarvestAugust – September

Origin & History

From the palms of Buraydah and Unaizah in the heart of Najd, its name derives from 'sugar' for its exceptional sweetness. It headlines the world's largest date auctions every summer.

Taste & Character

Dense, clean sweetness with a buttery finish. It comes in two styles: the dry, crunchy 'Mugashar' and the soft 'Rutab' that dissolves on the tongue.

Culture & Festival

Sukkari is the star of the Buraydah Date Festival, where hundreds of thousands of tons change hands in boisterous heritage auctions led by the traditional 'dallal'.

Varieties from the same region