Conquering the blind spot, the “almond” in apricot kernel drink 

is different from the “almond” in almond milk!!

Article by:Lillian

The charming aroma in the memory was the skill inherited from the Japanese Ruling period, the strong and unique flavor drifts in the memory of people of a generation, such as the applications in life, including the familiar breakfast of apricot kernel drink with fried dough sticks or the familiar dessert of Chinese Almond Tofu, etc. However, products that appear in Taiwan hypermarkets, such as almond milk make those who are familiar with the traditional almond taste feel bewildered, as it lacks the familiar aroma but has a new butter fragrance of salty nuts. We have only one question in our hearts, “That is weird… In Chinese this is almond and that is also almond, now which one is the real almond?”

Apricot kernel is actually the “almond” in the apricot kernel drink that is familiar to the Chinese people with its unique aromatic flavor, whereas almond which is widely produced in America is a type of “flat peach kernel” also known by the species “Badam,” with a nickname of “US Almond.” In the ‘70s, businessmen imported almonds from America to the East and it has been mistaken for “apricot kernel” until the present due to their similar looks. Stores in Taiwan nowadays will still show the label of “almond” whether for the real apricot kernel or the flat peach kernel; however, the market in China has already begun to request manufacturers to clearly label the difference between the two. As for the international market, one can identify them via the English names, especially when the name is the main ingredient.

Therefore, the snack we eat is the nut peach kernel, known as Almond. While the traditional dessert of Chinese almond tofu is known as Apricot kernel, this must be especially noted when purchasing the raw materials.

The taste of apricot kernel appears even more delicious when combined with the fragrance of wheat and cereals and it can further balance the taste of the apricot kernel. It is a newly developed product from TachunGho; you are welcome to request samples! Click Link:【Fresh happiness】. 

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