In many Chinese households, love often hides behind quiet sacrifices and subtle gestures over words of affection. However, once a year, when the autumn moon swells to its fullest and brightest, families are allowed to break this generational reserve. Due to the symbolic representation of unity, harmony, and reunion that comes with the roundness of the moon, families gather and loved ones reunite. The simple act of gathering under the tender glow of the moon with a selection of mooncakes at the dinner table gives families an excuse to soften and show appreciation for one another. From whiskey flavoured mooncakes to hidden truffle bombs, here's our curation of mooncakes to enjoy with your family this Mid-Autumn Festival.
Ralph's Coffee is rolling out a mooncake set that's equal parts style and whimsy. It comes in the form of a classic steam locomotive, a nod to the brand’s journey from New York to Asia. It’s constructed of gleaming metal in Ralph’s iconic green and white colourway, and there’s even hinges and functional wheels. Push this BEAR-ista conducted train around the dinner table and watch even the most stoic uncle crack a smile.
Under the hood, you'll find six mini mooncakes: Coffee (naturally) and Chocolate Raspberry. They’re the sort to ooze, so you’ll know each bite will be pure indulgence.
Price: SGD118 (6 pieces)
This one’s for the snowskin mooncake lovers. Fairmont Singapore is releasing an octet of icy mooncakes, split between alcoholic and non-alcoholic flavours. The sober crowd get to enjoy the return of the bold Sea Salt Caramel and tart Peach Passionfruit, alongside two new creations, the incredibly earthy Matcha Pistachio, and refreshing Yuzu Pear. For the cocktail crowd, the Champagne Truffle, Lychee Martini, and Grape Soju offer a sophisticated flavour profile. And if that wasn’t enough, the bold paring of Whiskey Orange will satisfy any lingering cravings. The premium box comes with a tea set too, a welcome addition to round off the collection.
Price: SGD118 (8 pieces)
As a brand renowned for its chocolates, Janice Wong sets the bar high for chocolate mooncakes. This year, their mooncake collection is headlined by three varieties: Signature Chocolate, Low-Sugar Baked, and Snowskin Mooncakes. The Signature Chocolate mooncakes feature flavours like Peanut Gingerflower, Salted Caramel Cashew, Vanilla Biscoff, and the boozy Gula Lapis Whisky Old Fashioned. Each mooncake is hand-painted with the brand’s signature strokes, fitting for its signature collection.
For the health-conscious, the Low-Sugar Baked mooncakes offer equally indulgent options like the Kuromitsu Sea Salt, balanced with black sugar, and the nutty Kinako Macadamia. But the real showstopper here are the Snowskin Mooncakes that contain hidden truffle balls and come in flavours like Hojicha Chestnut Coffee and Matcha Yuzu. Made with fresh ingredients flown in from Japan, they’re best savoured over a hot cup of tea. And because presentation is key in the affair of mooncakes, all three varieties come packaged in a handbag and metallic tin.
Price:
Signature Chocolate (8-pieces) - SGD95
Low-Sugar Baked (8-pieces) - SGD95
Snowskin Mooncakes (4-pieces) - SGD95
Once again, Goodwood Park has teamed up with the finest chefs from Hong Kong to create a mooncake lineup that will appease both purists and contemporary palates. At the forefront is the refreshing Kumquat Melon with Macadamia snowskin and White Lotus Seed & Red Bean Paste with Pork Floss & Single Yolk baked mooncake, perfect for those who prefer the classic flavours with a twist.
Durian enthusiasts rejoice! The quintessential Durian Combo returns with four different variants ranging from mild to intense bittersweet profiles. Other flavours include the nostalgic Ondeh Ondeh Snowskin Mooncake with a pandan centre nestled within a coconut cream filling, Blue Pea Flower with White Lotus Seed Paste and Melon Seeds, Mango with Pomelo, and Cempedak.
Price: Starting from SGD80 (4 pieces)
A symphony of flavours are on offer with Raffles Hotel Singapore's luxurious snow-skin mooncakes. Their signature Champagne Truffle Snow-Skin Mooncake returns alongside innovative creations like the vibrant Sudachi & Blueberry with Gin Truffle and the indulgent Chestnut & Tahitian Vanilla with Rum Truffle, which pairs nutty and sweet notes with a creamy rum milk chocolate truffle. Two returning favourites round off the collection: the aromatic Yuzu & Osmanthus Truffle and Sakura & Raspberry Truffle, which delicately balances cherry blossoms with fresh raspberries.
For the purists, traditionally baked varieties are also available. The Double Yolk with Macadamia Nuts & White Lotus Paste offers rich indulgence, while the Pine Nuts version provides a lighter alternative. The Mother-of-Pearl with Single Yolk & White Lotus Paste completes the trio, featuring a golden yolk in creamy lotus paste.
Price: Starting from SGD97 (8 pieces)
Peach Blossoms at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay presents an exciting array of mooncakes crafted by Executive Chinese Chef Edward Chong. The collection will feature two exciting new flavours alongside traditional favorites. The innovative Charcoal Peach Long Jing with Okinawa Brown Sugar Mochi combines fruity notes from Long Jing tea and chewy brown sugar mochi to deliver perhaps the most unique tasting experience on this list. The Mung Bean and Red Bean Symphony Mooncake harmoniously blends mung bean and red bean to create a nostalgic bite reminiscent of the Asian childhood snack, kai zai paeng.
Price: SGD73 SGD (4 pieces)
St Regis Singapore invites you to celebrate with a fusion of fine art and gourmet craftsmanship. Encased in pastel-hued gift sets adorned with intricate floral and fauna designs, their decadent mooncakes offer a luxurious twist on tradition—perfect for the discerning palate.
This year’s collection introduces the all-new Pu’er Tea with Melon Seed Traditional Baked Mooncake, along with three inventive snowskin flavours. Expect indulgent surprises like the Red Dates & Walnut Paste with Lychee Martini Truffle, Rose Tea Paste with Maple Cream Cheese Truffle and the refreshing Orange Paste with Chamomile Citron Truffle.
Price: From SGD84.80
(Sold out online, call 6506 6852 for in-store availability)
Celebrating the harvest moon, TWG Tea release a limited-edition collection in two options: a set of two mooncakes paired with Amber Rose Tea or a set of four mooncakes sans tea. TWG Tea’s Amber Rose Tea captures the essence of the season. Crafted from silver-tipped black tea, it masterfully blends the rich fragrance of rose blossoms with the lush sweetness of ripe seasonal fruits. Housed in an eye-catching magenta pink box, this pairing of mooncakes and tea offers a symphony of flavours that levels up your Mid-Autumn celebrations to a truly celestial experience.
Price: SGD88 (2 pieces paired with Amber Rose Tea); SGD78 (four pieces)
As a hotel by the airport, it'd make sense that Crowne Plaza Changi Airport would reach over to the "travel" theme for their mooncakes. This year's travel-inspired collection are kept in a luggage-inspired gift box. From the classic to the bold, this year’s selection of snow skin mooncakes offers something for every palate. Indulge in the nutty richness of the Pistachio with Hazelnut Truffle mooncake, a nod to Italy’s culinary heritage. Or the warmth of Austria with the Cinnamon Apple Strudel with Cream Cheese and Apple Truffle mooncake. From France, comes the Crème Brûlée with Vanilla Truffle mooncake and finally, we land at Japan for the Matcha with Sakura Truffle mooncake.
Price: SGD83 Sky Blossom Box (4 pieces) (sold out)
Another hotel, another "blending [of] timeless elegance with a contemporary twist". This year, the Capitol Kempinski Hotel introduces the aptly-named Timeless Heritage, handcrafted mooncakes that fuse classic flavours with modern indulgence (see?). These mini mooncakes are presented in an exquisite two-tier box, finished in a turquoise exterior trimmed with golden embossing and colourful floral motifs.For those looking to make an even grander impression this Mid-Autumn Festival, Capitol Kempinski offers its Premium Collection, a three-tier gift set that features not just the mooncakes but also a Mist Valley tea set and a bottle of Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve champagne.
The Timeless Heritage collection features a variety of flavors that capture the essence of tradition while embracing modern tastes. You can't go wrong with the signature White Lotus Seed Paste with Egg Yolk Mini Baked Mooncakes but the new additions are no slouch either. Like the Red Bean Osmanthus with Mixed Nuts Mini Baked Mooncakes—the sweetness of red bean paste with mixed nuts—of the Black Sesame Paste with Egg Yolk Mini Baked Mooncakes—a nutty black sesame paste that's paired with salted egg yolk.
Price: From SGD95 (8 pieces)
If you wanna go all out for mooncakes, you can't get any better than the Golden Peony's "Moonlit Opulence" collection. At the heart of the collection are the Baked Double Yolk and Baked Single Yolk in White Lotus Paste but there are two new offerings: Black Sesame with Melon Seeds and Premium South Jujube Dates. Black Sesame mooncake is a blend of earthy sesame tastes, that's matched by the delightful crunch of melon seeds. Meanwhile, the Jujube Dates mooncake entices with honeyed undertones and a rich, nuanced sweetness.
Not a traditionalist? There are the snowskin mooncakes like the Signature Royal Hazelnut Crunch with its luxurious layers of texture and rich, nutty flavours. Tea lovers will delight in the Hojicha with Kinako Truffle, which masterfully blends roasted tea with the distinct nuttiness of kinako for a bold yet refined taste experience. For an adventurous palate, the Purple Ube Yam mooncake blends the creaminess of ube with a vanilla for a contrast of flavours. Finally, there's the Ondeh Ondeh with Gula Melaka mooncake that combines pandan and palm sugar notes, which hearkens back to one's childhood.
Price: From SGD92 (4 pieces)
Michelin-starred restaurant, Summer Palace, ups the ante with a "Reunion in Bloom" mooncake collection. With its roots in Cantonese tradition, Summer Palace’s mooncakes like the Parma Ham and Pork Floss with Assorted Nuts and the White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk and Melon Seeds are testament to restaurant's preservation to Cantonese pastry-making.
You've the return of Black Sesame Paste and Mao Shan Wang Durian and new offerings like Lychee Oolong Chocolate, Almond Chocolate with Pear Cognac, Red Date Tea with Aged Mandarin Peels and Lemon Red Tea. But if you wanna be atas about this, there's the opulent Bird's Nest and Gold Leaf mooncake that's gonna feel decadent on your tongue.
Price: From SGD94 (4 pieces)
