Opening this bag a rice was wonderful. The fragrance re-inforced the label on the bag stating it was from a new harvest. Rice has a long shelf life if kept in a dry and pest free environment. The rice came in a plastic bag inside a very cute burlap sack which had a zipper and handles. I will definitely re-purpose the bag!

Basmati rice in India is considered to be best and royal in terms of fragrance, non stickiness, thin n long grain, about an inch after cooking. More it is aged, better it becomes in terms of non stickiness and taste. In fact big companies like Daawat, India Gate, Lal quilla, Kohinoor etc will specially store rice to age for 1-2 yrs, n we pay for ageing it. we have just moved in US from India a month back n missing our beloved Rice. U have to wash rice in plain water for 3-4 times till the water gets clear, soak for 10-15 min and either pressure cook it in 1.5 times water with just less than one whistle, or cook in open pan with 3-4 times water till tender n draining excess water. Sprinkle Pure Desi ghee on hot Rice n YUMMEEEYYYYYYY

I love this rice. I had been buying it for years at Sams but since I moved to Florida I haven’t had a membership there. It was hard to find. I am sure it will take me a while but I will eat it all eventually. First time to get a bag this large. I love rice though so no problem.

I've actually not used any of this rice, because, I have a lot of other rice still. I purchased it because I was assured it is the best sort of rice for people who want to lose weight and have a lot of mucus to deal with. I have eaten basmati rice before and so I believe that it is helpful to me, due to experience. No idea if this particular brand is better or worse than any other, but, I did get it a couple of bucks cheaper than Sam's Club sold it for, and, that means WAY cheaper than at the cheap Indian food market I can sometimes get to. Plus, I like the bag it came in.

I bought basmati rice because my store was out of jasmine rice . The same day I bought it I made a real Mexican rice recipe , I didn’t mentioned anything but my husband said what did you put in this rice it’s so delicious. I didn’t put any other ingredient the only different thing was the rice . I am so happy my store was out of jasmine rice plus the bag where it comes is so cute. People: y’all should try different foods !

We first purchased this at least 15 years ago at Sam's and were very impressed with the product. Perfect, White Fluffy Rice, never sticky or clumpy. 20 Pounds is a lot of rice, but we kept it in zip lock bags in the freezer for years without a problem.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The rice is good, cooks up fluffy, and pairs well with just about anything. I’m not a rice expert, so most brands taste pretty similar to me, but this one does what it needs to do. Nothing super special, but definitely solid and reliable.

This isn't the best basmati rice we've ever had, but we don't have many options where I live. This is much better than the brands labeled in the U.S. (including the Walmart brand). We have had no problems with quality or consistency. The price is excellent! I have paid $5 more at Asian and Middle Eastern markets for the same rice.

I love cooking with this rice. I'd first fry it until slightly toasted on high to medium fire ( you need to stand there moving rice around so it would not burn) with butter or oil which flavor you love. Then one cup of rice 2 cups of water. I boil my 4 cups of water first be careful water will jump up once put together with fried rice and pot is hot, don't get burned stand away and cover your hands) then turn fire on low and it cooks in minutes. You can add salt or vegetables we have fun one pot meals you can add chicken and coconut milk instead of water. It came out great with Garbanzo beans and chicken chicken added to pot . Good luck try it please post so I can try it too.

Bought this at the beginning of the year in anticipation for the great price hike and food shortages. Finally cooked it and wow what a delicious rice! 2 cups of rice and 2.75 cups of water yielded the best tasting rice! I used fresh garlic and chicken bouillon for flavor but honestly this rice is so fragrant it would taste good with plain salt. I normally prefer jasmine rice but this is equally delicious. Will definitely purchase again!