Chewy & Delicious: Exploring Asia’s Top 3 Jelly Powders from Golden to Black
Discover three colourful and delicious jelly powders loved across Asia - Aiyu, Grass Jelly, and Pudding. Learn what they are, how to use them, and how to prepare each one easily.
🌟 Introduction
If you’ve tried bubble tea or Asian-style desserts, you’ve probably seen cubes of jelly floating in your drink or layered in a bowl. But what are they made of - and what makes each one so different?
In this guide, we introduce you to three of the most popular jelly powders in Taiwan and beyond:
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🟡 Aiyu Jelly - light, fresh, and golden
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⚫ Grass Jelly - herbal, cooling, and dark
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🟠 Pudding - creamy, silky, and comforting
They’re colourful, tasty, and easy to make at home - perfect as toppings or standalone desserts.
🟡 Aiyu Jelly - Taiwan’s Golden Summer Treat
Aiyu jelly comes from the seeds of a wild fig native to Taiwan. It’s known for its delicate, smooth and springy texture. Traditionally seen as a cooling, hydrating jelly, it’s especially popular in hot weather.
Best enjoyed in:
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Lemon or lime tea
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With honey syrup and ice
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In refreshing fruit tea drinks
Its natural golden hue and refreshing taste make it the perfect jelly for light, summery drinks.
⚫ Grass Jelly - The Herbal Black Classic
Despite the name, grass jelly isn’t made from grass - it’s made from a mint-family herb called Mesona chinensis. Its deep colour, soft texture, and slightly bitter taste make it a beloved herbal dessert across Asia.
Common uses:
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In milk tea, fresh milk or oat milk
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With shaved ice, red beans, or taro balls
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Served plain with brown sugar syrup
In many cultures, it’s believed to cool the body - especially after fried or spicy foods - and is widely used during summer.
🟠 Pudding - The Smooth and Silky Favourite
Asian pudding is similar to custard or flan, but lighter in texture. It has a creamy, sweet flavour and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth feel that pairs perfectly with bubble tea or dessert bowls.
Perfect for:
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Milk teas (especially brown sugar or Thai tea)
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Topping off shaved ice desserts
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Eating on its own or with flavoured syrup, fruit, etc.
It’s vegetarian-friendly, perfectly matched with vanilla milk tea, matcha milk tea, mango milk tea, and more.
🍮 How to Prepare Aiyu, Grass Jelly & Pudding?
You don’t need special tools to enjoy these jellies at home. Follow this easy step-by-step guide:
Basic Ratio & Instructions:
✨ Enjoy the Chewy & Delicious texture in your drink!
From the golden brightness of aiyu to the deep, earthy richness of grass jelly and the soft comfort of pudding, these jellies are more than just toppings - they’re part of Asia’s diverse dessert culture.
Whether you're making bubble tea at home or exploring new textures for your menu, our premium jelly powders make it easy to bring authentic flavour and colour to every cup.