Takuko White Shoyu 750 mL - Professional White Soy Sauce

Takuko White Shoyu is an exquisite, high-end Japanese seasoning prized by chefs for its ability to provide deep umami and salinity without altering the color of a dish. Unlike traditional dark soy sauce, which is made primarily with soybeans, White Shoyu is brewed with a significantly higher proportion of wheat. This results in a clear, amber-hued liquid with a thinner consistency and a more delicate, floral flavor profile that features a subtle, natural sweetness.

As a Canadian supplier based in Calgary, Alberta, we provide this 750 mL professional format to help fine-dining establishments and modern bistros achieve visual perfection. Whether you are seasoning a pale seafood crudo or a clear consommé, Takuko White Shoyu offers the essential "fifth taste" while maintaining the pristine aesthetic of your ingredients. We offer fast shipping across Canada to ensure your kitchen is equipped with this rare and sophisticated Japanese staple.

BEST FOR: Hamachi Crudo, Clear Broths (Consommé), White Fish Sashimi, Light Cream Sauces, Steamed Vegetables, and Pickled Fruit.

ALLERGEN NOTE: CONTAINS SOY AND WHEAT. PRODUCED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES VARIOUS ASIAN CONDIMENTS.

WHY IT WORKS

• Color Neutrality: Its light, golden-amber transparency ensures that white fish, pale vegetables, and clear soups retain their natural, vibrant colors without the muddy tint of traditional soy sauce.

• Floral Umami Profile: Offers a more nuanced, less aggressive savory flavor than dark shoyu, allowing the delicate sweetness of premium seafood to remain the star of the dish.

• Higher Wheat Content: The traditional brewing ratio emphasizes wheat over soybeans, which creates a lighter body and a refined, slightly sweet aromatic finish.

• Precision Seasoning: Acts as a "liquid salt" with character, providing a more complex seasoning effect than table salt while remaining visually invisible on the plate.

• Clean Label Fermentation: Produced using traditional Japanese brewing methods, ensuring a deep, natural flavor that is free from the harsh chemical notes found in mass-produced light soy sauces.

• Professional Versatility: Equally effective in traditional Japanese "Kaiseki" cuisine and modern Western applications where a hidden umami boost is required.

USE CASES

• High-End Sushi Bars: Used as the primary seasoning for white-fleshed fish (Shiromi), where dark soy sauce would overpower the delicate fat and distract from the presentation.

• Fine Dining Garde Manger: Performs exceptionally well in vinaigrettes for "white" salads or carpaccio, providing a savory depth that surprises the palate without being seen.

• Modern French Sauciers: Solves the problem of seasoning a Beurre Blanc or cream-based reduction without turning the sauce grey, adding a secret layer of complexity.

• Molecular Mixology: Ideal for adding a savory, "salty-sweet" dimension to clear cocktails and savory martinis without clouding the drink.

SPECS

• Weight: 750 mL (25.4 fl oz)

• Brand: Takuko

• Type: White Shoyu (Shiro Shoyu / White Soy Sauce)

• Format: Liquid Seasoning

• Container: Glass Bottle

• Origin: Japan

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is White Shoyu the same as "Light Soy Sauce"? No. Standard "Light" soy sauce (Sheng Chou) is still dark in color and very salty. White Shoyu (Shiro Shoyu) is physically transparent/amber and has a much more delicate, wheat-forward flavor.

Does it taste like regular soy sauce? It shares the same umami foundation but is significantly less "heavy." It is saltier than it looks, so it should be used with the same precision as a finishing salt.

Should I refrigerate Takuko White Shoyu? Yes. To preserve the delicate floral aromatics and the light amber color, we highly recommend refrigeration after opening.

Is this product gluten-free? No. Because White Shoyu is brewed with a high percentage of wheat, it is not suitable for gluten-free diets.

Can I use this for cooking or only as a finishing sauce? While it can be used in cooking, its delicate flavor is best showcased as a finishing element or in "raw" applications like dressings and sashimi.

How fast is shipping from your Calgary warehouse? As a Calgary-based Canadian supplier, we offer fast shipping across Canada, ensuring your premium Japanese pantry essentials arrive quickly for your next service.