Hyunwoo Cho

Hyunwoo Cho

With over 10 years of experience in the Hallyu industry, Hyunwoo has dedicated his career to connecting Korean culture with the world. As the founder of Daebak, he works closely with Korean brands and stays ahead of the latest trends to deliver an authentic taste of Korea to fans globally.

Lotte Chilsung Cantata premium canned coffee lineup, Korea's signature non-alcoholic drink

5 Non-Alcoholic Korean Drinks You Should Try

Hyunwoo Cho

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Here at Daebak, we want to bring you the ultimate Korean snacks and drinks to try. Whether it is a hot summer afternoon or a chilly day in November, you are sure to love these five delicious non-alcoholic Korean drinks. Don't be afraid to try them with your loved ones, and pair them with your favorite K-snacks for the full Korean cafe experience at home.

Lotte Chilsung Cantata premium canned coffee lineup, Korea's signature non-alcoholic drink
Lotte Chilsung's Cantata, the first premium canned coffee launched in Korea. | Source: Seoul Economic Daily

Cantata Coffee

Whether it is the need for sweetness or caffeine, our first recommended drink is the infamous Cantata Coffee. Not only does this come in a cute can, it also has a few flavors for you to try. With a sweet caramel macchiato, a cold brew black coffee, a premium latte, or an americano, your need for coffee is easily fulfilled by these popular drinks. Try a can with your morning routine to spice up your day.

Cantata Lotte Korean pouch coffee drinks, 230ml in iced americano, hazelnut, and caramel macchiato
Cantata pouch coffees come in americano, hazelnut, caramel macchiato, and black. | Source: Exotic Snacks Company

Woobo Coconut Fizz

If you love coconut water, then you will love our next pick. Woobo Coconut Fizz comes in four flavors. Real Coconut, Paradise Mango, Golden Pineapple, and our personal favorite Just Peachy all contain sparkling coconut water. It is perfect for a hot summer day or as a palate cleanser before your next meal. You will not regret trying this one out, that is a promise.

Lotte's Let's Be Coffee

It might be a bit hard to stay awake, especially on a long work day. Our third pick is another delicious coffee for hard workers. Try Lotte's Let's Be Coffee on any day of the week for a refreshing mocha or mild flavor. It is a very popular Korean coffee drink you will wish you found out about sooner. Munch on an afternoon snack and have a sip of this smooth canned coffee.

Lotte Let's Be Mild Coffee 175ml six-pack of Korean canned coffee
Lotte's Let's Be Mild Coffee in the signature 175ml can. | Source: Weee! Asian Market

Haitai's Bong Bong

After a long day of work, pair this next drink with a delicious side of street food. It will leave a refreshing taste in your mouth. Haitai's Bong Bong drink is a delicious grape punch that has real pieces of grape in it. Not only will you get to quench your thirst, you will also get to munch on very refreshing chunks of real grape inside the can.

Haitai Bong Bong grape punch 238ml can with real grape pieces inside
Haitai's Bong Bong grape punch, a Korean nostalgic favorite since 1981. | Source: Shilla Market

Sikhye

Once the work day is all said and done, you finally arrive home with a much needed dessert. End the day with this delicious yet super cool rice drink. Sikhye is a sweet rice drink which contains cooked rice at the bottom of the can. Pour yourself a glass, sit back, relax, and snack on some honey butter chips to end your night on a good note. Happy snacking.

Sikhye, traditional Korean sweet rice punch with floating rice grains in a glass
Sikhye, the sweet malt-and-rice Korean dessert drink. | Source: Korean Bapsang

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