Yes, I admit it . . . I am a passionate lover of . . . (dramatic music, please . . . ) YUZU! I drink my yuzu and water beverage every day, and Umami Insider is the most reliable supplier of this concentrate. The candied peel that the company sent me as a nice free gift (a lovely custom many stores in Wonderland - Japan - practice) was a tasty treat that I have enjoyed following some Japanese meals The Boss makes (she is a great cook!). The taste is, for me, a welcome balance of sweet and very slightly sour/bitter that I find a welcome sensation after a meal. It is almost like a post-meal sip of a great brandy - not at all overwhelming and a nice "mouth gift" from a great company.
This is a good quality dried ramen. I usually cook it for less than 2 minutes, because any more will lose its firm texture. Be sure to run it over with water to stop the cooking process and to remove the excess salt.
One drop goes a long way. I use this on sushi or sashimi. Small bottle, but I'd say it's worth it ;)
I first discovered the taste of YUZU during one of my many trips to Wonderland (yes, Japan). I had some mixed with some honey in a very cold drink on a very hot day. I was hooked. I know order 10 bottles from UMAMI INSIDER each month, and I mix it with cold water (not sure of the exact ratio as I use markings on the bottle - but the taste is close each time), and keep it in the refrigerator. I drink it at various times of the day - I love juices and NEVER drink colas or other soda drinks. and this refresher is THE BEST. I do limit the amounts as I do NOT want to run out before my next delivery. Unami Insider is scrupulous about packing as each bottle is padded and wrapped. No, it is not inexpensive, but it is one of the few luxuries I give myself . . . NOTHING is more refreshing than my YUZU treat!
I wanted to purchase a few more my mom because she couldn't find this product in her city so I wanted to order but I dont understand having to pay shipping each time. I think thats a rip off as they came from the same place and shipped in one box. But the product itself was great!