Welcome to Whatcha Eating?, where we explore new and exciting culinary adventures together! Today, I'm thrilled to share with you my experience with the Colorful Ramuné Land Popin' Cookin' kit. This kit is not only fun but also educational, as it teaches us how to mix colors and create our own unique ramuné candies.
As we begin our journey, let's take a look at the components of this set. We have three packages of colored powders – yellow, red, and blue – along with a wooden dowel, a spoon, and a mixing tray. The mixing tray is what sets this kit apart from others; it comes equipped with adorable characters like a rabbit, turtle, carrot, and puppy. I must say, the design is quite cute!
Now that we have all our pieces, let's start by cutting along the lines to separate the mixing tray. Once we've done that, we'll flip it over to create a stand, which will hold our ramuné candies in place. This stand is called "akairo no moto," and it's an essential part of the kit.
Next, we'll begin adding water to each powder. The yellow powder, for example, requires only one scoop of water, but this causes it to turn a lovely shade of pink. As I mix it with my wooden dowel, I'm surprised by how much it smells like grape! To ensure our mixture doesn't dry out, we'll fold it over and set it aside.
We'll repeat the same process for the red and blue powders, adding one scoop each to create a nice level of mixing. The smell of these powders is quite distinct; the blue powder smells like ramuné soda, while the red one has a scent that's more reminiscent of grape. Now that we have all our colors mixed, it's time to experiment and see what flavors we can create.
Using equal parts yellow and blue, I'll mix them together to create a lovely shade of green. To my surprise, this mixture turns out beautifully! Next, we'll try creating orange by combining equal parts yellow and red powders with one scoop of the red powder. This is where things get interesting, as the color doesn't quite match what we expect.
Finally, we'll mix equal parts pink and blue to create a vibrant shade of purple. I'm excited to see how these colors will come together to form our ramuné candies.
Now that we have all our colors mixed, it's time to start creating our little ramuné candies! We'll begin by adding orange, green, and pink powders into the molds, making sure to pack them in tightly. The wooden dowel provided in the kit is perfect for tamping down the powder and ensuring a smooth shape.
As we work on each candy, I'm struck by how much fun this process can be. It's like watching a tiny miracle unfold before our eyes! We'll add the finishing touches to each candy, making sure they're all perfectly formed and filled to the brim.
Once we've finished all the candies, it's time to invert them and pop them out of the molds. This is the moment we've all been waiting for – seeing our creations come to life in all their colorful glory!
And what do these little ramuné candies taste like? As I take my first bite of the carrot-shaped candy, I'm surprised by how much it tastes like lemon! The texture is a bit crumbly and damp, but the flavor is still delightful. Next up, I'll try the rainbow bunny, which turns out to be just as scrumptious.
As we continue to taste each and every one of our creations, I realize that this Popin' Cookin' kit has taught me so much more than just how to make ramuné candies. It's shown me the importance of patience, attention to detail, and having fun in the kitchen.
Of course, there are a few downsides to this kit – it does take some time to get the colors to mix well, and the process can be a bit tedious at times. However, for me, that's all part of the charm. As we wrap up our adventure with Colorful Ramuné Land, I want to thank you for joining me on this culinary journey. Until next time, happy cooking!