The Most Unique Tropical Fruits You Need To Try Before You Die

There's a shocking number of unusual tropical fruits you've probably never even heard of, much less tried. But you absolutely should. Whether you're browsing a specialty grocery store or planning a trip abroad, these are the unusual tropical fruits you need to try before you die.

Just for a moment, imagine drinking a glass of champagne or sparkling wine. You know that bubbly, effervescent quality, the one that tickles your nose and tongue? That's actually what you'll taste if you try a babaco. It's so well-known for that fizz that it's also called the champagne fruit. Pretty cool, right?

Sadly, this one might be tough to find. The Slow Food Foundation for Biodiversity says that even though it's a versatile fruit that's brilliant in drinks, jams, and sweets, it's susceptible to pests and disease. That means a lot of farmers in the babaco's native region, high in the Andes and in Ecuador, have given up farming it. Lack of transportation in the Amazon forests where it grows best is also a problem, but if you happen to be in the area during Corpus Christi festivals, be sure to seek out the pastries traditionally made with this native fruit.

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Babaco | 0:00
Durian | 0:57
Ackee | 1:43
Breadfruit | 2:30
Salak | 3:10
Rambutan | 3:46
Soursop | 4:30
Mangosteen | 5:14
Hala fruit | 6:06
Lanzones | 6:35
Jackfruit | 7:13
Buddha's hand | 7:50
Star fruit | 8:23
Cherimoya | 9:03
Achacha | 9:59
Jabuticaba | 10:33
Longan | 11:12
Gac | 11:48
Tamarind | 12:23
Kiwano | 12:56

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