Unfamiliar name and terms like Kakuida’s and Kurozu will set many puzzle and curious. I am one of them who wonder what they are upon hearing these K words. Kakuida’s is the brand and the name of this outlet who set foot as a kiosk at Icon Village (facing Carlton Hotel).
2 ambitious young entrepreneurs established their first F&B venture offering Drinks and Donuts made with Kurozu.
What exactly is Kurozu? In short, it is Japanese Black Vinegar brewed by fermenting brown rice using a traditional recipe since the Edo period. These vinegar then aged over a range of a year, up to 10 years. At Kakuida’s, they use only Kurozu that are aged for 3 years.
At Kakuida’s, there are 2 main categories of products. First and foremost is the pillowy donut in 4 flavours with option of chocolate chips; Original, Chocolate, Matcha and Sweet Potato (from $1.90 to $2.50). My favourite is the Original with chocolate chips ($2.20).
Medley of Tea, Milk Tea, Organic Fruits Kurozu and Ice Blended and Smoothies with Kurozu are also available. Some of the highly recommended drink I enjoy are Homemade Kurozu Ice Lemon Tea ($3.90), and Passionfruit Match Ice Blended ($6.50). And I love the refreshing Sparkling Apple Organic Kurozu ($5.90) as well.
As for the Hot Honey Ginger Kurozu with Orange Peel ($3.90), it would be perfect if ginger is lacking.
Lastly, Kakuida’s serve Signature Soft-serve with selection of original ($3.90) or with toppings ($4.50) with option of Genmaicha or Kuromitsu. I love it with Genmaicha.
NAHMJ Verdict
I was surprised that Kurozu was added to the various Kakuida’s products and it tasty delicious and healthy too.
Kakuida’s
12 Gopeng Street #01-23 Icon Village, Singapore 078877
Tel: +65 6260 1801
Website: https://kakuidas.com.sg/
Opening Hours
Mondays – Fridays 0800 to 1930 | Saturdays 0800 to 1700 | Closed on Sundays
Getting There
By MRT:
- North-South Line -Tanjong Pagar station
By Bus:
- Either before Wallich Road or after Craig Road 80, 145
- International Plaza along Anson Road 57, 131, 167, 186, 400, 700, 761, 970, 971E
- Opp Temasek Tower along Shenton Way 10, 10e, 57, 97, 97e, 100, 131, 502, 971E, 982E
- Hub Synergy Point along Anson Road 10, 103, 70, 75, 97, 97e, 100, 106, 107, 128, 130, 133, 162, 196, 196e, 850E, 951E, 982E
Rating: 8/10
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