Yohaku Drip is a new soup product from Kikkoman that takes inspiration from the way coffee is prepared. This pour-over soup product from the Japanese soy sauce producer is described as being inspired by "the same technique as drip-brewed coffee." In fact, Yokahu Drip packets have the look and function as single-serve pour-over coffee packets, and they have paper filters that are designed to be placed into a mug or bowl.
Once freshly boiled water has been poured over the single-serve soup packet, it can be left to steep, usually for just a few minutes at a time before it's ready to enjoy.
Yohaku Drip is first launching in three flavors: Katsuo Karebushi (with smoked and fermented bonito fish from the Kagoshima Prefecture,) Katsuo Arabushi, (with smoked bonito from the Shizuoka Prefecture) and Magurobushi (with dried tuna flakes and Hokkaido kelp.)
Pour-Over Soups
Yohaku Drip by Kikkoman is Prepared with the Same Process as Drip-Brewed Coffee
Trend Themes
1. Pour-over Drinks - Expanding pour-over technique beyond coffee presents opportunities for new products and markets.
2. Instant Soup - Incorporating new brewing methods into the preparation of instant soup can offer a differentiated product experience.
3. Regional Ingredients - Use of regional ingredients in products has become more popular recently and can be a key selling point for new products.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Innovations like Yohaku Drip reinforce that the food and beverage industry must remain dynamic in their product offerings in order to keep up with evolving consumer preferences.
2. Culinary Equipment - As new brewing methods are developed for food products, there is an opportunity for innovation in the manufacturing of brewing equipment designed for these products.
3. Packaging - New products with unique brewing methods require new packaging designs that allow for efficient and easy use for customers.