Premium Organic Apricot Kernels from Hunza

Hunza Valley produces some of the finest apricot kernels (Khubani Giri), thanks to its clean air, glacial-fed water sources, and traditional farming. At Hunza Art, we bring this heritage to you in two variants — sweet apricot kernels and bitter apricot kernels — each carefully processed to preserve maximum nutrition and flavor.

What sets sweet & bitter kernels apart

The sweet variety has minimal amygdalin content, making it safer for regular consumption. The bitter variety contains higher amygdalin concentration, which has been traditionally used in small doses for wellness and skin oil extraction. We recommend moderate intake of the bitter type and proper handling, especially for sensitive users.

These kernels are a powerhouse of beneficial compounds:

• High in healthy fats and essential oils
  
• Abundant in vitamin E, antioxidants, and trace minerals
  
• Moderate protein and fiber content
  
• In the bitter variant, compounds like amygdalin are present with traditional claims (used historically, but should be used cautiously)
  

The combination of healthy fats, antioxidants, and nutrients makes these kernels useful for skin care, boosting immunity, and supplying clean energy.

Processing & purity

We harvest apricot kernels from our own orchards in Ganish, Hunza. They are hand-sorted, cleaned, and sun-dried in open air (no artificial heat) to preserve their oils and natural color. We avoid steaming or chemical processing. Each batch is hygienically packed to maintain freshness.

• Sweet kernels: ideal for snacking, baking, adding in muesli, trail mixes, desserts.
  
• Bitter kernels: best for extracting apricot kernel oil (Khubani ka tail), used topically for skin and hair, or in traditional remedies (only in small amounts)
  
• You can also lightly toast kernels to enhance flavor, or grind into pastes for sauces or spreads

Choose according to your need:

Sweet Apricot Kernels
• 0.5 kg — Rs 1,300
• 1 kg — Rs 2,400

Bitter Apricot Kernels
• 0.5 kg — Rs 1,200
• 1 kg — Rs 2,200

Each pack is vacuum sealed to lock in aroma and freshness. Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight for lasting quality.

The biggest reason is these apricots, like all the other dried fruits on Hunza Art are our home-produce, harvested from our own family orchard in Ganish, Hunza. But there are more reasons: 

• Two distinct variants with clear guidance (sweet vs bitter)
• 100% natural, chemical-free, no steaming
  
• Harvested and processed in Hunza’s ideal climate
  
• Transparent about safety & consumption best practices
  
• Delivered nationwide in Pakistan
  

Bring home kernels that capture the sun, soil, and tradition of Hunza Valley. Whether you prefer sweet crunch or want to explore the benefits of the bitter type, Hunza Art Apricot Kernels deliver purity, value, and trust.