You might have seen us out and about in Koreatown taking shots of yogurt soju, eating kimchi fried rice, and listening to the DJ mixing old hip hop with new EDM. Ah, those were the days! Lately, we have been using our kitchen to pay homage to our favorite LA pochas, and coming up with this yogurt soju cocktail is one of them.
Yogurt Soju is a popular soju-based cocktail that combines the creaminess of yogurt with the refreshing taste of soju, topped with soda, giving it a pleasant, fizzy texture. Have it alone or pair it with your favorite bar food (pulutan) and you’ll be sure to have a great time!
Read on for the quick and tasty recipe!
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What is Yogurt Soju?
Yogurt Soju is a popular Korean alcoholic beverage that combines the refreshing taste of yogurt with the smoothness of soju. It is a delightful and slightly sweet drink that has gained popularity due to its drinkability, especially among younger people.
Some soju brands make their own yogurt soju flavor, but it is quite easy to make at home! In our opinion, yogurt soju is one of the best flavors of soju, so read on for the recipe!
Why Drink Yogurt Soju?
Yogurt Soju is not only a tasty and refreshing iced beverage, but it also offers some unique benefits. Yogurt contains beneficial probiotics and nutrients that can support digestion and overall gut health.
In addition, yogurt soju can be made with just three ingredients, making it an easy and cost-effective drink to enjoy at home or at gatherings with friends.
This drink also pairs well with many dishes like Korean Barbeque Pork Belly (a pocha favorite), Kare-Kare Chicken Wings, or Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice!
How to Make Yogurt Soju
Yogurt Soju is surprisingly simple to make at home, requiring only three ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Yakult or yogurt drink
- 3 oz soju (Original or Fresh flavor)
- ¼ cup lemon-lime soda or ginger ale
Recipe
You can make this drink in less than a minute! Here are the simple steps:
- First, mix 2 oz of your yogurt drink with 3 oz of Soju in a glass.
- Top it off with about 1/4 cup of lemon-lime soda or ginger ale.
- Enjoy in the glass or pour it out in shot cups. Bottoms up!
Best Sojus for Yogurt Soju
When it comes to choosing the best soju for your Yogurt Soju drink, the main factor to consider is the flavor (or lack thereof). The soju should be flavorless to not compete with the taste of the yogurt.
Some popular brands of soju that work well for this recipe are Saero, Jinro, Chum Churum, and Good Day Soju. Look for sojus that say “Original” or “Fresh” on the label to ensure that they have a neutral taste.
Best Yogurt Drink for Yogurt Soju
In order to create the perfect Yogurt Soju, it’s important to choose the right yogurt drink. Opt for a plain and unsweetened yogurt drink to avoid an overly sweet or flavored final product.
Some popular yogurt drink options include Yakult (a Japanese fermented milk drink), Cool Plus, or any other plain yogurt drink that you can find at your local grocery store.
Make sure you are using a yogurt drink (sometimes labeled as a probiotic drink) for your yogurt soju, as using regular yogurt will result in a thicker consistency.
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Best Sodas for Yogurt Soju
The role of the soda in yogurt soju is mainly to provide a light taste and bubbly texture while increasing the overall volume of the cocktail. The soda used in yogurt soju should have some mild citrus flavors that complement the flavors of the yogurt without overpowering it.
Some popular choices for sodas to use in Yogurt Soju are Sprite, 7Up, or Starry.
We decided to use ginger ale in our recipe because we enjoyed the slightly spicy notes of ginger in addition to the ginger flavor.
What Goes Well with Yogurt Soju?
Yogurt Soju pairs well with a variety of street food dishes and snacks and appetizers. The creamy and slightly sweet flavor of the yogurt in Yogurt Soju provides a nice contrast to the savory and bold flavors found in Korean cuisine.
As the drink itself is light and refreshing, consider pairing it with dishes with strong flavors such as Pork Belly Sisig, Chicken Katsu Curry, or (our personal favorite) Corn Cheese.
Additionally, Yogurt Soju can be enjoyed as a standalone drink during social gatherings or as a refreshing iced beverage on a hot summer day.
Final thoughts
Yogurt Soju is a refreshing and tasty cocktail for when you want it sweet and simple. The creaminess of the yogurt stands out in this drink, making it easy to enjoy with food or by itself.
Yogurt soju is a great option for when you want something a little stronger than a beer, but not as hard as liquor.
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Yogurt Soju Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 oz Yakult or yogurt drink
- 3 oz soju (Original or Fresh flavor)
- ¼ cup lemon-lime soda or ginger ale
Instructions
- In a glass, mix your cold Yakult and soju. Stir.
- Top off the glass with lemon-lime soda or ginger ale of choice.
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References & Further Reading
https://www.grandecig.com/blog/food-trends-drinkable-yogurt-on-the-rise
https://www.tastingtable.com/1066465/best-soju-brands-ranked/
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