{"product_id":"premium-purple-yam-powder","title":"Purple Yam Powder","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Maison Koko's \u003cstrong\u003ePurple Yam Powde\u003c\/strong\u003er, made from a single ingredient: \u003cstrong\u003e100% pure purple yam \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrom the Philippines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a different variety of purple yam from a different supplier to our existing Ube Powder, giving it its own distinctive character. The colour is naturally lighter and more muted, while the powder has a slightly more textured, whole-food feel and a more traditional purple yam character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally caffeine-free, vegan, gluten-free, and completely free from artificial colours, flavours, preservatives, and fillers, our finely milled Purple Yam Powder makes it easy to enjoy this beautiful ingredient at home or in the café.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts mild, gently sweet and subtly nutty character pairs beautifully with coconut, vanilla, condensed milk, white chocolate, matcha, and your favourite milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it to create a creamy Purple Yam Latte, layer it with ceremonial matcha for a Purple Yam Matcha Latte, or add it to cakes, pancakes, ice cream, smoothies, pastries, and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*The image is for reference purposes only. The actual colour may vary slightly due to differences in the seasonal batch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Our Purple Yam Powder Is Different\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany brightly coloured powders contain added flavouring, sweeteners, fillers, or artificial colouring. Maison Koko Purple Yam Powder contains \u003cstrong\u003eone ingredient only: purple yam.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yam is carefully dried and finely milled into a smooth, versatile powder that blends easily into drinks, batters, frostings, smoothies, and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts natural colour is a soft, muted violet with subtle mauve and lilac undertones, rather than the bright or neon purple often associated with artificially coloured products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo artificial colouring. No added sugar. No added flavours. No preservatives. No fillers. Just pure purple yam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat You Can Make with Purple Yam Powder\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Yam Latte: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhisk with warm milk for a creamy, naturally caffeine-free drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Yam Matcha Latte: \u003c\/strong\u003eLayer with ceremonial matcha for a striking purple-and-green café-style latte.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalaya:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as an ingredient in your own version of the classic Filipino purple yam dessert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCakes \u0026amp; cupcakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to batter for natural colour and a gently sweet, nutty flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce cream:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend into your base for a creamy purple yam scoop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheesecake: \u003c\/strong\u003eAdd to cheesecake fillings for natural colour and subtle flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePancakes \u0026amp; waffles: \u003c\/strong\u003eMix into the batter for a colourful breakfast or dessert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoothies \u0026amp; shakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend with banana, coconut, vanilla, or your favourite milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works beautifully in mochi, macarons, frostings, puddings, pastries, yoghurt bowls, and halo-halo-inspired desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple yam powder has a naturally subtle flavour, so you can adjust the amount depending on the drink or recipe you're creating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Start with 1–2 teaspoons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor drinks, begin with around 1 teaspoon per serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a stronger flavour or deeper colour, increase to approximately 2 teaspoons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal amount will vary depending on your recipe and personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Activate with warm liquid first (for drinks) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the powder to a small amount of warm water and whisk until smooth before adding your milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis helps disperse the powder evenly and creates a smoother drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Sweeten to taste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd your preferred sweetener to create the flavour profile you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondensed milk, honey, maple syrup, vanilla syrup, or coconut sugar all work beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Add directly to baking and desserts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cakes, cookies, pancakes, frostings, and other recipes, add the powder to your wet ingredients or sift it together with your dry ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjust the amount depending on the strength of flavour and colour you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Recipes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Yam Latte\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd  \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 tsp Purple Yam Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e to a mug.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over \u003cstrong\u003e30ml warm water\u003c\/strong\u003e and whisk until smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003e180–200m\u003c\/strong\u003el \u003cstrong\u003ewarm oat, coconut, almond, or dairy milk.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweeten with condensed milk, honey, maple syrup, or vanilla syrup to taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe warm or pour over ice.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Yam Matcha Latte\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003e1 tsp Purple Yam Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e to a glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over \u003cstrong\u003e30ml warm water\u003c\/strong\u003e and whisk until smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd ice and \u003cstrong\u003e180–200ml oat, coconut, almond, or dairy milk.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk \u003cstrong\u003e½–1 tsp matcha \u003c\/strong\u003eseparately with\u003cstrong\u003e 30ml warm water \u003c\/strong\u003euntil smooth and lightly frothy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour the matcha slowly over the milk to create the signature layered purple-and-green effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweeten with honey, maple syrup, vanilla syrup, or condensed milk to taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a richer dessert-style version, use coconut milk and a small splash of vanilla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA naturally muted violet with soft mauve and lilac undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour is subtle and earthy rather than bright or neon, reflecting the natural character of pure purple yam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact shade may vary slightly between seasonal batches and depending on how much powder is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMildly sweet, nutty, and gently creamy with the distinctive character associated with purple yam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple yam is naturally subtle, allowing flavours such as coconut, vanilla, matcha, and condensed milk to complement rather than overpower it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicate, warm, and subtly sweet with the characteristic aroma of cooked purple yam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts fragrance becomes more noticeable when mixed into warm milk or used in baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinely milled but slightly more textured and rustic than our existing Ube Powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a pure whole-food powder, it may retain a little more natural body when mixed into drinks. Whisk thoroughly for the smoothest result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it cool \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at room temperature away from the stovetop or oven. Heat accelerates the breakdown of anthocyanins, dulling the colour and weakening the flavour over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it dry \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever use a wet spoon and avoid steamy spots. If the powder clumps slightly, it has absorbed moisture; still safe to use, but best sifted first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it dark \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUV light degrades anthocyanins and fades the colour. Store in a cupboard away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways reseal after use \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePress the zip seal firmly closed after every use. For even longer life, transfer to a small airtight glass jar after opening. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigeration not required \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo need to refrigerate. Moving the pouch in and out of the fridge introduces condensation. A cool, dark pantry shelf is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat exactly is Purple Yam Powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Yam Powder is made from purple yam that has been dried and finely milled into powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaison Koko Purple Yam Powder contains 100% purple yam, with no added sugar, artificial colours, flavours, preservatives, or fillers.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the colour vary slightly between batches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural colour is affected by the harvest season, soil, and growing conditions. 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