Appearance | Dark black to deep purple, shriveled, and plump |
Shape | Oval to round, with a wrinkled surface |
Size | 7–10 mm in length |
Color | Dark black to dark brown |
Texture | Soft, chewy, with slight stickiness |
Taste | Sweet, slightly tangy with a hint of caramel-like flavor |
Moisture Content | 15–20% |
Sugar Content | 55–65% (natural sugars) |
Acidity | Mild, typically around 4–5 pH |
Total Ash | 2–3% |
Foreign Matter | Maximum 1% |
Packaging | Typically vacuum-sealed or packed in moisture-proof bags |