I love the convenience of pitted dates, and appreciate it here. The sweetness is milder than that of some other varieties, so if you’re using these in a dessert as the sole sweetener, you may need to augment it.
The texture is inconsistent, which is why the one star taken off. Some are pleasantly soft and others are extremely firm. I bought this bag to blend into sauces and smoothies, so it’s not much of an issue unless I’m snacking on any while cooking. But if you’re planning on eating as is by hand, you’ll need to sort through and find the softer ones. Or maybe soak them for a while first.
All in all, I’d purchase again, if intended for blending and pureeing. I enjoy the mild sweetness and knowing they were grown with care and without harmful inputs.