Strong Yet Smooth: The 7 Best Soju Drinks in Singapore

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There’s something inherently alluring about knowing about and trying various signature liquors from different countries. Russia has vodka, Japan has sake, and the United States has bourbon, and these liquors represent their countries well since you can get a feel of where they came from because of the flavours. The same thing applies to soju, and it does its job well in representing Korea. 

Soju, which translates to “burned liquor”, is Korea’s number one liquor of choice, and since Korea is ranked as the number one consumer of hard liquors per week worldwide, it’s safe to say that this liquor is one of the most popular spirits in the world. 

Having the title of being one of the most well-known liquors in the world, you would think that soju can do no wrong, but that would be an ill-informed assumption. The trade-off of being this popular is many cheap knock-off brands don’t do as advertised. 

If you are wondering how to weed out the best soju brands from the not-so-best ones, read the article to find out. 

How Soju is Made

While it’s easy to confuse soju with sake, their manufacturing processes differ. Sake is fermented, similar to how beers are made, and its Korean counterpart is distilled like vodka. This distillation process also makes the alcohol content of the Korean spirit higher than the Japanese one. 

Another difference, aside from the manufacturing process, is the ingredients used for these liquors. While they can be both rice-based, it’s only soju that uses other ingredients such as barley and sweet potato, giving it that distinctly sweet flavour profile. 

As for the manufacturing process, this spirit undergoes every step that you would come to expect from distilled liquors, and these steps are: 

• Fermentation 
• Boiling 
• Distillation

While the whole process might look simple on paper, the execution allows for no mistakes because the idea is to produce a high-quality product that can be enjoyed worldwide. Another goal for the makers is to create a final product with an ABV (alcohol by volume) of 17%, which is the industry’s standard for this type of liquor. 

The 7 Best Soju Drinks in Singapore

Being one of the most popular liquors worldwide is a huge achievement. However, this title also means that there are a lot of sub-par brands out in the market, making the search for superior brands harder. But let this article guide you to find high-quality soju brands and flavours in Singapore. 

With that being said, here are the 7 best soju drinks in Singapore: 

Jinro Green Grape Soju

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It is common for this spirit to have flavoured variations, and the Jinro Green Grape Soju is a perfect example of this marriage between alcohol and exciting flavour profiles. With each sip, you get a smooth body followed by the sweet and sour flavour profile of green grapes, giving you an enjoyable drinking experience. 

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Oneshot Juicy Watermelon Soju

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Watermelon is a refreshing fruit, and Oneshot has done a great job combining its refreshing flavour profiles with soju. The result is an amazingly smooth and sweet drinking experience. Another thing this soju brand has got going on for itself is its ABV, which sits at 10.1%, allowing you to drink a lot without feeling the effects of the alcohol. 

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Bohae Gulp! Gulp! Honey Soju

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Honey has always mixed well with other liquors, such as whiskey, with Jack Daniels Honey, which is still a popular flavour today. Bohae understands the value that this ingredient brings to the table, which is why we get to enjoy the Bohae Gulp! Gulp! Honey Soju today. Combining the smooth body of soju and the sweetness of honey, all finished with a light 9.2% ABV, ensures you’ll return for more! 

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Chuga Soju Lychee

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Marketed as a “lychee martini”,  the Chuga Soju Lychee is a liquor that can be taken neat, on the rocks, or mixed in your favourite cocktails. With an ABV of 12%, it doesn’t take a lot of shots to give you a good buzz, but with the sweet flavour notes brought on by the lychee, it would be hard not to take multiple shots. 

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Hana Peach Soju

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One of the remarkable things about soju is that it can be mixed and matched with different flavour profiles that you would not otherwise see combined with other types of liquors. This ability to be mixed with unique flavour profiles has given us Hana Peach Soju, and we are glad we got it. Incorporating the subtle and sweet flavour of peach with the smooth soju body and having an ABV of 8%, we see no reason this brand shouldn’t be your go-to liquor. 

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Oneshot Original Soju

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If you think mangoes can’t get more refreshing than they already are, you still haven’t tried the Oneshot Tropical Mango Soju. Combining the sweet and tropical flavour profiles of mangoes with the smooth and satisfying burn of soju, this is a flavour that you cannot miss. The 10.1 ABV also perfectly balances drinkability and buzz, creating a highly synergistic and flavourful liquor. 

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Oneshot Tropical Mango Soju 

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If you think mangoes can’t get more refreshing than they already are, you still haven’t tried the Oneshot Tropical Mango Soju. Combining the sweet and tropical flavour profiles of mangoes with the smooth and satisfying burn of soju, this is a flavour that you cannot miss. The 10.1 ABV also perfectly balances drinkability and buzz, creating a highly synergistic and extremely flavourful liquor. 

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Conclusion

These are the different soju flavours you can find in Singapore. We have kept the list varied to cater to different preferences and tastes. If you are looking for a specific brand or flavour, let Cellarbration help you find those particular liquors! Our wide selection of soju and other liquor brands are guaranteed to tickle your fancy, whatever they may be. 

With a highly successful online store and 11 retail locations throughout Singapore, it’s almost guaranteed that we will address your soju needs in Singapore. If you wish to learn more about our other products and services, feel free to browse our website. You can also read other interesting articles such as this one here.