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Why Coffee Tastes Different in Thailand: It's Not Just the Beans, Water Plays a Role Too
Have you ever noticed that coffee in Thailand tastes different from the coffee you drank in Japan, even when using the same beans? The difference might not just be in the coffee beans, but also rel...

Why Dashi Tastes Different in Thailand: It's Actually the Water, Not the Kombu or Bonito Flakes
Kombu and bonito flakes aren't the only ingredients that determine the taste of dashi. We'll explain why Japanese food tastes different in Thailand and the effect of soft water on dashi.

Not just rice. The reason why miso soup made with Onsen-sui 99 is delicious.
The taste of miso soup is determined not only by the miso and dashi. In fact, water is also a crucial element. Let's explore the relationship between Japanese cuisine and Onsen-sui 99, an ultra-sof...

You may sometimes feel that the taste of Japanese rice cooked in Thailand is different from that in Japan. The reason might not be the rice itself, but the water. This article explains the relation...

Why Japanese Tea Doesn't Taste Good in Thailand | It's Actually the Water, Not the Tea Leaves
The taste of Japanese tea isn't solely determined by the tea leaves. We'll explain the difference in water between Thailand and Japan, and how super-soft water affects the umami and aroma of Japane...

Even when using soy sauce and miso brought from Japan, the taste of dishes in Thailand somehow isn't the same as in Japan. The surprising reason might be the "water."

The secret to making rock whisky even more delicious: how ice, chaser, and water affect the taste.
For those who want to enjoy their whisky on the rocks even more. Changing the ice, chaser, and water used for dilution can enrich the aroma and flavor of the whisky.

What kind of ice and water make highballs delicious? Choosing water for whiskey lovers
The taste of a highball isn't determined by the whisky alone. In fact, the aroma and mouthfeel can change significantly depending on the water used for the ice and for mixing. Here's a guide to cho...

Does ice change the taste of iced coffee? "Ice water" that coffee lovers often overlook
Many people are particular about coffee beans and brewing methods to make iced coffee delicious, but "ice water" is actually an important factor. We will introduce the unexpected relationship betwe...
