I Tried Mix Murabba for the First Time: My Honest Review of This Fruit Medley

Okay, so by now you know I have been on a full murabba journey.

First it was the classic aam ka murabba that my friend forced me to try. Then I went deep into amla murabba and ate it every single day for two weeks. Then bamboo murabba. Apple murabba. Even that weird white onion one.

But last week, I found something new at a local sweet shop. Something I hadn't tried before.

Mix murabba.

A jar filled with different fruits all together – mango, amla, apple, sometimes even carrot or gourd, all sitting in the same sweet syrup. It looked so colorful and inviting that I couldn't resist. I bought a small jar to try.

And guys? This might be my favorite discovery yet.

Here is my completely honest experience trying mix murabba, what fruits you usually find in it, and whether it's worth buying.

What Is Mix Murabba? (Simple Explanation)

Mix murabba is exactly what it sounds like – a combination of different fruits and vegetables preserved together in sugar syrup. Instead of buying separate jars of mango murabba, amla murabba, and apple murabba, you get them all in one.

It's like a fruit salad, but sweet, sticky, and traditional.

Some people call it mixed fruit preserve. Some call it "murabba mixture." But in most shops, if you ask for mix murabba, they know what you mean.

The best part? You get to taste different things in one sitting. Every piece is a little surprise.

Why I Decided to Try Mix Murabba

Honestly, it was the colors that got me.

I was at this old sweet shop in my city – the kind that has been there for 40 years, with big glass jars everywhere. I was buying my usual amla murabba when I saw this one jar with bright green pieces, deep brown pieces, pale yellow pieces, all floating together.

I asked the shopkeeper, "Ye kya hai?" (What is this?)

He smiled and said, "Mix murabba, bhai. Ek mein kitne swaad." (Mix murabba. So many flavors in one.)

I asked if I could try one piece. He gave me a green one – I think it was apple or maybe raw mango. It was good. Then he gave me a brown one – definitely amla. Also good. Then he gave me an orange one – carrot, apparently, which I didn't even know could be made into murabba.

I bought a 500-gram jar right there.

What Fruits I Found in My Mix Murabba

Every mix murabba is different depending on who makes it. But here is what I found in mine:

1. Aam (Mango) Pieces

The familiar one. Sweet, soft, comforting. In mix murabba, the mango pieces are usually smaller than the ones in dedicated aam ka murabba jars, but the taste is the same – that lovely sweet mango flavor.

My experience: Every time I found a mango piece, I smiled. It was like meeting an old friend in a crowd of new people.

2. Amla (Gooseberry) Pieces

The healthy one. Dark brown, slightly tangy, unmistakable. After eating amla murabba for two weeks, I could spot these immediately.

My experience: The amla pieces in mix murabba were slightly softer than the ones in my Add Me Amla Murabba jar. Maybe because they were sitting with other fruits? Not sure. But they tasted good – sweet with that familiar amla hint at the end.

3. Apple Pieces

The mild one. Pale yellow, almost translucent, very soft. Apple takes on the syrup flavor really well, so these pieces were sweet and comforting without any strong fruit taste.

My experience: These were the ones I gave to my niece when she wanted to try. Safe, familiar, no surprises. She loved them.

4. Carrot Pieces (Gajar)

The surprising one. Bright orange, slightly firmer than the others, with a little crunch even after being in syrup. I honestly didn't know carrot murabba was a thing until I saw it in this mix.

My experience: This was interesting. The carrot flavor is still there – that earthy sweetness – but combined with the sugar syrup, it becomes something else entirely. Not my favorite, but not bad either. Worth trying at least once.

5. Petha (Ash Gourd) Pieces

The texture one. White, soft, spongy, soaking up syrup like a sponge. If you have ever eaten Agra ka petha, you know what this tastes like – sweet, mild, almost jelly-like.

My experience: These were my second favorite after mango. The texture is just so satisfying – soft but not mushy, sweet but not overwhelming. Perfect with tea.

The Taste Test: Eating Mix Murabba Piece by Piece

I did a proper taste test one evening. Just sat with my jar of mix murabba, a cup of chai, and tried to identify each piece before looking.

Here is what I noticed:

The first piece: Dark brown, soft. Definitely amla. Sweet first, then that tiny tangy kick at the end. Good start.

The second piece: Pale yellow, very soft. Apple. Mild, sweet, comforting. Like a hug in food form.

The third piece: Bright orange, slightly firm. Carrot. Earthy sweetness, different from the others. Took me a second to identify.

The fourth piece: White, spongy. Petha. Soaked in syrup, almost melts in your mouth. Lovely texture.

The fifth piece: Greenish-yellow, familiar shape. Mango. Ah, there it is. The king of murabba. Sweet, slightly fibrous, perfect.

The sixth piece: Brown but smaller, firmer. Another amla. This one was tangier than the first. Maybe different batch?

By the end, my chai was finished, my jar was noticeably lighter, and I was very happy.

Why I Think Mix Murabba Is Great for Beginners

If you are new to murabba and don't know where to start, mix murabba might actually be perfect for you.

Here is why:

1. You get to try everything at once
Instead of buying five different jars and hoping you like them, you buy one jar and taste them all. If you discover you love the amla pieces but don't care for carrot, now you know – next time, buy amla murabba separately.

2. Every bite is a surprise
There is something fun about not knowing what you are going to get. Is this one mango? Is it apple? Oh, it's petha! It keeps things interesting.

3. The flavors balance each other
Strong flavors like amla get balanced by mild ones like apple. The syrup ties everything together. It just works.

4. It looks beautiful in the jar
Okay, this is shallow, but the colorful jar looks so pretty on my kitchen shelf. Way more interesting than a single-color jar.

How I Eat Mix Murabba

Same as other murabbas, honestly, but with a few new discoveries:

1. The classic way – straight from the jar
Open, pick a piece, eat. Repeat. The only danger is you might eat too many because you keep thinking "just one more piece" to try a different fruit.

2. With afternoon chai
This is my favorite. The mix of flavors with hot tea is just perfect. Sweet and warm and comforting.

3. As a topping for ice cream
Chop up the different pieces, sprinkle over vanilla ice cream. The hot-cold, sweet-sweet combination is amazing. Plus it looks fancy.

4. In fruit chaat
Mix chopped murabba pieces with fresh fruits, a little chaat masala, some lemon juice. Sweet and tangy and delicious.

5. With plain paratha
The sweet murabba with hot, plain paratha? Always good. With mix murabba, you get different flavors in every bite.

Where to Buy Mix Murabba

This is the tricky part. Mix murabba is not as common as the single-fruit ones.

Local sweet shops:
This is your best bet. Old-school sweet shops and halwai shops often have mix murabba, especially in smaller cities. Ask the shopkeeper. If they don't have it ready, sometimes they can mix different murabbas for you from their jars.

Online:
I searched for mix murabba online and found a few options. Some brands sell "mixed fruit preserve" which is essentially the same thing. Read the description to see what fruits are included.

Make your own mix:
If you can't find mix murabba, buy small jars of different murabbas and mix them yourself in a bowl. Same result. You control the ratio.

Price check:
Mix murabba is usually priced similarly to regular murabba – sometimes slightly cheaper because it uses a mix of fruits and vegetables. A 500g jar cost me about the same as a 500g jar of amla murabba.

What to Look for in Good Mix Murabba

After trying a few different ones (yes, I bought more), here is what I learned:

1. The fruits should be recognizable
Good mix murabba has pieces you can identify. If everything looks the same and tastes the same, it's not good mix murabba. Each fruit should keep its character.

2. The syrup should be consistent
The syrup should be the same thickness throughout. If some fruits are in thick syrup and others are in watery syrup, the mix wasn't done well.

3. No artificial colors
Some shops add color to make the mix look pretty. Avoid these. Natural colors from the fruits themselves are enough. If the green is too bright or the orange is neon, skip it.

4. Balance of flavors
A good mix has a balance – some sweet fruits, some tangy ones, some mild ones. If it's all amla, it's just amla murabba with extra steps.

The Verdict: Is Mix Murabba Worth It?

After finishing my first jar and buying a second one, here is my honest opinion:

Do I like mix murabba? Yes. A lot.

Is it better than single-fruit murabba? Different. Sometimes I want just amla murabba for that specific taste. Sometimes I want the variety of mix murabba. Both have their place.

Who should try mix murabba:

People new to murabba who want to explore

Anyone who gets bored eating the same thing every day

Families with different tastes – everyone finds something they like

People who like surprises with their food

Kids who get excited by colorful foods

Who might not love it:

Purists who want only one specific type of murabba

People who don't like certain fruits (you might still get them in the mix)

Anyone who needs to严格控制 sugar but still wants to try – it's still sweet, after all

My favorite pieces in the mix: Mango first, then petha, then apple.
My least favorite: Carrot. Just not for me.

What I Want to Try Next

My murabba journey continues. Here is what I am looking for now:

More mix murabba variations – different fruit combinations

Spiced mix murabba with cardamom, cinnamon, or fennel

Jaggery-based mix murabba instead of sugar

Making my own mix at home with different single murabbas

If you have tried any interesting mix murabba variations, tell me in the comments!

Final Thoughts

Mix murabba surprised me. I expected it to be just "everything thrown together," but it's actually thoughtfully made – different textures, different flavors, all working together in one jar.

It's perfect for someone like me who wants to try everything. It's perfect for families where different people like different things. And honestly? It's just fun to eat.

If you see mix murabba at a shop near you, buy a small jar. Try it with your evening chai. See which pieces you like best. Then come back and tell me – which one was your favorite?

I'm genuinely curious. Mango people? Amla people? Anyone else weirdly into petha like me?

Let me know.

Have you tried mix murabba? What fruits were in yours? Comment below and tell me about your experience!