7 Korean Drinks You Must Try

Khuraijam Roger Singh
Oct 05, 2024

Hwachae

A classic fruit punch from Korea, usually made with watermelon, strawberries, and other fruits combined with honey or sweetened water. This cool summer beverage is sometimes garnished with edible flowers and is often served over ice.

Omija-cha

A unique tea is packed with antioxidants and known as the "five-flavor berry tea," Omija-cha is made from dried omija berries, which exhibit sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and pungent flavors.

Banana Milk

A nostalgic treat and loved by locals and visitors, a popular drink available in convenience stores across Korea, banana milk is a creamy, sweet beverage with a subtle banana flavor.

Sujeonggwa

Simmer sugar, ginger, and cinnamon sticks to make a sweet cinnamon punch. Add flavor with dried persimmons. Sujeonggwa is typically drunk during festivals and festivities and is served cold.

Yuja-cha

Known for its vitamin C content and immune-boosting properties, a tangy and sweet citron tea made from yuzu fruit marmalade mixed with hot water. Yuja-cha is often consumed in winter.

Bori-cha

A popular tea made from roasted barley in Korea. Bori-cha is frequently served hot or cold and has a nutty, toasted flavor. It has digestive advantages and is free of caffeine.

Sikhye

This is a sweet and refreshing rice punch made with cooked rice and fermented malt. Sikhye is typically consumed cold and is best savored on special occasions. Its soft rice grains complement its subtly sweet flavor.

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