Dry Fruit | Color | Size | Shape | Texture | Flavor | Aroma |
Almond | Light brown | Medium | Oval, elongated | Hard, crunchy | Nutty, sweet | Mild, nutty |
Cashew | Pale ivory | Medium | Kidney-shaped | Smooth, creamy inside | Buttery, sweet | Mild, nutty |
Pistachio | Light green | Small | Oval, slightly elongated | Firm, crunchy | Nutty, slightly sweet | Mild, earthy |
Walnut | Light brown | Medium-large | Round, slightly flattened | Hard, crunchy | Bitter, earthy | Mild, earthy |
Hazelnut | Light brown | Small-medium | Round, slightly oval | Hard, crunchy | Sweet, nutty | Mild, sweet |
Raisin | Dark brown or golden | Small | Oval, shriveled | Soft, chewy | Sweet, tangy | Sweet, fruity |
Apricot | Golden yellow | Medium-small | Oval, smooth | Soft, chewy | Sweet, slightly tart | Mild, fruity |
Date | Brown | Small-medium | Oval, smooth, wrinkled | Soft, sticky | Sweet, rich |
Sweet, caramel-like |
Figs | Light brown | Medium-large | Oval, smooth | Soft, chewy, dense | Sweet, honey-like | Fruity, mild |
Prune | Dark purple | Medium | Oval, wrinkled | Soft, chewy | Sweet, tangy |
Fruity, slightly fermented |