Wild rice has a distinctly different taste compared to white rice. While white rice has a mild, neutral flavor, wild rice has a more robust, nutty, and earthy taste. It offers a depth of flavor with hints of smokiness and a touch of sweetness, often described as "earthy" or "woodsy." Wild rice is typically firmer and has a chewier, nuttier texture compared to the softer and fluffier texture of white rice.