What is it: A new flavour from the hotel, this East-meets-West deep purple creation is inspired by the hotel’s popular American cheesecake.

Our view: You get a whiff of blueberry almost instantly, once you’ve taken this adorable mini mooncake out of its packaging (which is just the right size of a mid-day snack, might we add). The cheesecake filling is just right – creamy, not too overpowering and not too sweet. One drawback is its skin, which is slightly thicker than most and flakes off from its filling. Still, it’s an enjoyable dessert that most would love.

Rating: 3.8/5

At $66 for a box of eight. Available from August 10 to September 13 at D9 Cakery, Lobby Level, Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883. Visit www.hiltonsingaporerestaurants.com/offers, call 6730 3392, or email D9Cakery@hilton.com to order.

What is it: As its name suggests, it’s a mooncake bursting with flavours from flesh from fresh Cempedak fruit.

Our view: We really loved this one. Whether you’re a fan of the jackfruit (Cempedak is in the same family) or not, this is worth a try. Housed within a slightly firm orange snowskin are generous chunks of real flesh in a pureed paste that is not too sweet. Tasty, refreshing and not overly dominant, this is a satisfying snack for tropical fruit lovers.

Rating: 4.1/5

At $40 for two pieces, $64 for four pieces. Available from August 8 to September 13 at The Deli, Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228221. Call 6730 1868 (general enquiries) or 6730 1867 (corporate enquiries) from 9am to 7pm (Mondays to Fridays) and 9 am to 1 pm (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays), visit http://festivepromotions.goodwoodparkhotel.com or email the order form (available at the hotel or at www.goodwoodparkhotel.com) to: mooncake@goodwoodparkhotel.com to order. The last pre-order date is September 6, 2019, 5 pm.

What is it: A sunshine mooncake with chrysanthemum flavours and traces of winter melon housed within the sliver-thin snowskin.

Our view: This bright yellow piece made our eyes light up. The chrysanthemum essence was just right, giving the lotus paste a light aromatic aftertaste. But what’s best is the crunchy, crispy winter melon bits that were surprisingly really satisfying, much like honeycomb pieces in a chocolate bar. It’s not too sweet, not too cloying, not too overwhelming — in essence, it’s the perfect mooncake that ticks all the right boxes.

Rating: 4.2/5

Part of a box of four assorted flavours at $85. Available till September 13 at the Lobby Lounge in Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, 75 Airport Blvd, #01-01, Singapore 819664. Collection of mooncakes will be from August 13 to September 13. Traditional baked mooncakes are available in a box of four from $70 to $88 while snow skin mooncakes are available in a box of four at $85. Call 6823 5367 between 9 am and 7 pm, email LobbyLounge.cpca@ihg.com or visit bit.ly/cp-mooncakes-estore to order.

What is it: Encased within a pretty pastel pink snowskin with a light dusting of gold flakes is a tangy kiwi puree with fresh dragon fruit cubes that is enhanced with maunka honey.

Our view: If you like your mooncake slightly sweet with a tinge of sour, and your snowskin to be so powdery soft it falls apart in your mouth, this one ticks the right boxes. The puree’s creamy, ice-cream-like consistency is pleasant and the kiwi seeds peppered throughout give it a nice crunchy bite. 

Rating: 3.8/5

At $36 for two pieces, $56 for four pieces. Also available as part of the Snowskin Combo, $66 for four different flavours. Available from August 8 to September 13 at The Deli, Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228221. Call 6730 1868 (general enquiries) or 6730 1867 (corporate enquiries) from 9am to 7pm (Mondays to Fridays) and 9 am to 1 pm (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays), visit http://festivepromotions.goodwoodparkhotel.com or email the order form (available at the hotel or at www.goodwoodparkhotel.com) to: mooncake@goodwoodparkhotel.com to order. The last pre-order date is September 6, 2019, 5 pm.

What is it: As its name suggests, it’s lychee flavoured with truffle in a pale pink snowskin.

Our view: There’s a reason why this flavour is the bestseller here. Chunky lychee flesh embedded in lotus paste that has been enhanced with lychee flavours is housed within a thin snowskin (although it’s still firmer than what we’d prefer). The pièce de résistance is the white chocolate truffle heart that sends a burst of creamy sweetness into your mouth. It’s fragrant, flavourful and in many parts comforting.

Rating: 3.8/5

At $66 for a box of eight. Available from August 10 to September 13 at D9 Cakery, Lobby Level, Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883. Visit www.hiltonsingaporerestaurants.com/offers, call 6730 3392, or email D9Cakery@hilton.com to order.

What is it: A signature from the hotel, this mooncake comes with fruit liqueur and real lychee bits. It’s also in a nice shade of pastel pink.

Our view: We loved it because it was comforting and addictive. We also enjoyed the added texture of real fruit within the lotus paste, and the alcohol centre had just the right touch of subtle kick. For those who are expecting something really strong though, you’d be disappointed, as the lychee aroma is light and lingers on only after a few bites.

Rating: 3.7/5

Visit www.rcmooncake.com.sg, call 6434 5190, or email rc.sinrz.mooncakes@ritzcarlton.com to make an order.

What is it: Another new flavour, this pale yellow mooncake is a nod to the nutritious and seedy fruit.

Our view: Tangy and slightly sweet, great for those who prefer a tart kick to their desserts. However, we were not entirely sold on the large seed that were a tad jarring. The mint flavour is also barely discernible, which was a pity — it would have added a fresh dimension to the rich fruity flavour.

Rating: 3.2/5

At $66 for a box of eight. Available from August 10 to September 13 at D9 Cakery, Lobby Level, Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883. Visit www.hiltonsingaporerestaurants.com/offers, call 6730 3392, or email D9Cakery@hilton.com to order.

What is it: A delicate and velvety pink-hued snowskin is filled with raspberry yoghurt and rosemary honey praline.

Our view: Light and refreshing, this mooncake first hits you with a tangy flavour thanks to its tart raspberry, but the sourish taste is quickly moderated by the sweetness of the honey praline and the white chocolate. It’s a good palate cleanser after a heavy meal, and is highly enjoyable, even if you’re someone who’s not usually hot about raspberries.

Rating: 4.5/5

At $70. Available from August 8 to September 13 at Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, 320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865. Pre-order online at
www.singaporemarriott.com/mooncakes or call 6831 4708. Alternatively, drop by at the hotel’s Forecourt Stall (by the hotel entrance).

What is it: An orange snowskin mooncake that houses a white lotus filling that’s been infused with its Geisha Blossom Tea — a green tea blend with peach and marigold flavours. At its heart is a peach confit within a white chocolate casing.

Our view: Interestingly this snowskin is slightly firmer and not as paper-thin as the Pure version, but it still presents the same smooth and soft mouthfeel. We like the interesting blend of sweet and sour in one bite — the surprising kick of acidity from the smooth peach confit is tempered by the sweetness from the white chocolate heart. Bonus: The white chocolate balls scattered throughout the lotus paste gives a satisfying crispy texture.

Rating: 3.7/5

A set of two mooncakes paired with Moon Route Tea in the Haute Couture Tea Collection® is $70, while a set of four mooncakes is $60. Individual mooncakes are $16. Available from August 8 to September 13 at all TWG Tea Salons & Boutiques in Singapore and TWG Tea e-Boutique at (self-collection at selected TWG Tea Salons & Boutiques).

What is it: A refreshing, citrusy flavour thanks to the use of fresh yuzu juice and zest. Also within the pale yellow mooncake is a subtly sweet sake and white chocolate shell snuggled in a white lotus paste.

Our view: The sake flavour is not tremendously strong (unfortunately for alcohol lovers) but we love the palatable and zesty mouthfeel of yuzu that balanced out the slightly sweet lotus paste and white chocolate. Not as eventful as its kaya counterpart, but still a pleasant mooncake to snack on.

Rating: 3.7/5

At $80 for four pieces (part of a box of eight Mini Snowskin Mooncakes). Available from July 9 to September 13, at lobby level, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350. Call 6213 4398/6213 4473 or email dining.sls@shangri-la.com to order.

What is it: The brainchild of Culinary Olympics Gold Medallist, pastry chef Alex Chong of Tea Lounge. As the name suggests, it has a strawberries, yuzu and cheesecake filling encased in a powder-pink snowskin.

Our view: We were expecting more fruity, tangy goodness from this mooncake but the flavours just fell a tad short of hitting the sweet spot. That said, the snowskin is just the right thickness and chewiness, and the strawberries and yuzu tasted fresh and subtly fragrant.

Rating: 3.2/5

At $84.50 per box (part of the eight-piece Regent Snowskin Collection). Available from August 8 to September 13 at Regent Singapore Lobby Booth, Level 1, or Summer Palace, Level 3, 1 Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249715. Call 6725 3288, email foodbeverage@regentsingapore.com.sg or visit shop.regentsingapore.com.sg to order.