I tried FamilyMart's sweet "Mikan no Nama Apricot Kernel". A rich, pure white creamy pudding is combined with a golden sauce that allows you to enjoy the sweet and sour taste of refreshing citrus fruits.
The selling price is 230 yen (tax included) and the calories are 157 kcal. An apricot kernel-flavored pudding with a melting texture that contains Hokkaido cream. The toppings are accented with tangerine pulp and tangerine sauce.
The contrast between bright gold and white is fun even before the lid is opened. The decorated mandarin orange flesh is plump and fresh, and when you bring it to your mouth, the sweetness and acidity spread.
The tangerine sauce also has a strong citrus scent and sweet and sour taste. However, it has a refreshing taste like fresh juice, not a jam-like taste that has been thoroughly cooked.
The pudding is thick and rich. It is easy to crumble when scooped with a spoon and is soft, so it may be more appropriate to call it "apricot kernel cream". It has a smooth texture and a stronger sweetness than the sauce. In addition, the apricot kernel flavor tickles the nose. It goes well with the flavor of mandarin oranges, and although it is thick, you can eat it comfortably and steadily.
If you want to combine drinks, we recommend refreshing oolong tea. It is a dish you want to enjoy in a well-heated room or on the windowsill of Indian summer.