While people always talk about Korean food and fashion, one of the most underrated topics of conversation is Korean drinks. Koreans have a wide array of unique beverages that suit every taste. If ever you visit a Korean supermarket or go to Korea, make sure to grab these drinks for a quick refresher!
1. Banana Milk
Banana milk is one of the most popular beverages with K-Pop fans, as idols are often seeing drinking this on shows and broadcasts. It also happens to be one of the most famous drink in South Korea, with nearly one million a day in the country. The drink has both sweet and savory notes and will surely become your next favorite!
2. Sikhye
Sikhye is a traditional Korean rice drink. It's very sweet and people usually have it after meals. The drink itself has cooked rice, so there is an interesting texture with every gulp. This drink has been served in Korea for centuries and is mostly sold in cans now.
3. Coffee Milk
We talked about banana milk, now get ready for coffee milk! For those who need the energy boost, this one is for you. It's sold in cute little milk boxes and is perfect for those with a long day ahead of them.
4. Milkis
This is another popular drink. Milkis is literally milk soda - it's fizzy and sweet like soda but is also milk. Despite how weird it sounds, it's surprsingly good! Milkis comes in a variety of flavors, like strawberry and banana, and can be found in almost every Asian grocery and super market.
5. Bacchus
If you need energy and the coffee just isn't hit the spot, then try Bacchus. Bacchus is an energy drink that is often compared to Red Bull and is used by people who need the energy boost. Oddly enough, it was originally intended to get rid of hangovers!
6. Dawn 808
Korean is known for their drinking culture and how its used in almost every adult social gathering, including with friend and work collegueas. With the drinking comes the hangovers, and everybody hates the felling of waking up in the morning with wicked headache. If you're in Korea, Dawn 808 solves that problem and gets rid of hangovers in a snap!
7. McCol
If you're a fan of barley tea, then McCol is the drink for you! This is a carbonated version of the sweet tea and is perfect to cool you down during those warm summer days. The sweetness of the drink can also help cheer you up and help you seize the day!
8. Chilsung Cider
Cider is often dubbed as "Korea's Sprite" and the two do have similiarties! Cider is known for its green packaging and the soda's lemon lime flavor. Despite it being a soda, Koreans love it since it makes them feel refreshed, especially after exercising! It is also known as Korea's number 1 original carbonated beverage.
10. Sac Sac Orange Juice
This is perfect for anyone of every age! This orange juice is not only sweet, but has extra pulp. Whenever you bite in to the pulp bits, your mouth will explode with the sweetness and crispness of fresh oranges!
11. Sac Sac Grape Juice
For those who prefer grape over orange juice, this one is for you. Similar to the orange juice variant, this also has pulp that provide an intense, refreshing grape flavor with every bite!
12. Trevi Sparkling Water
This citrus-infused sparkling water is for those with sophisticated taste. The water is just lightly infused with the taste and is not overpowering, allowing you to take your time ahd cherish the smoothness of the drink. Trevi Sparkling Water also comes in various flavors, such as lime and grapefruit.
13. Pororo Fruit Drinks
Korea's famous penguin has his own line of drinks! Pororo Fruit Drinks come in a variety of flavors: Stawberry, Tropical Apple, Milk, and Green Grape. It's fun to drink thanks to the unique sippy-cover and is perfect for anyone of any age.
