Beer Made by Airlines? 3 New Drinks Full of Travel Vibes

Published 02 Aug.2022 17:00(KST)

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Beer Made by Airlines? 3 New Drinks Full of Travel Vibes

Late July to early August marks the vacation season. If you want to go somewhere but plan to stay home this vacation season, how about enjoying a ‘home-cation’? With delicious food and drinks, you can have a time that rivals a faraway vacation. In line with the home-cation concept, we have selected three new alcoholic beverages that evoke a strong travel vibe. All items are conveniently available at nearby convenience stores.

Asiana Hoppy Lager

Asiana Hopi Lager. Available for purchase at CU.

Asiana Hoppy Lager is a collaboration between Asiana Airlines and KBC, the craft beer brand of OB Beer. This beer is scheduled to be served on Asiana Airlines international flights and is currently available at CU convenience stores. The can is designed with the image of the traditional Korean color-striped jacket, a symbol of Asiana Airlines. The alcohol content is 4.7%.

True to its name, ‘Hoppy Lager’ combines characteristics of both ale and lager. It subtly emits fruity aromas like an ale while maintaining the refreshing feel of a lager. It is a clean lager beer with added tropical fruit’s fresh scent, making it crisp and light. After a sip, the gently rising sweet and sour fruit aroma leaves a memorable impression. Although it is a hoppy lager, the hop aroma is not overwhelmingly strong, so it is unlikely to be divisive. It is a romantic beer that seems to capture the excitement of travel. Perfect for sipping slowly while reminiscing about travel memories.

Blue Girl Beer

Blue Girl Beer. Available for purchase at GS25, CU, and Emart24.

You can now enjoy Blue Girl, a beer representing Hong Kong made by Koreans, domestically. OB Beer, which has been producing Blue Girl in Korea for export to Hong Kong, has started selling it in domestic convenience stores. It comes in a 500ml can with an alcohol content of 5%.

Perhaps considering the climate characteristics of Hong Kong and Macau, this is a clean and mild lager that is perfect for gulping down on sweltering hot days. Compared to Korean beers, its taste and carbonation are not strong, so some might find it bland depending on their palate. If you prefer rich and heavy beers, this might be disappointing, but it pairs very well with this season. If you miss Hong Kong travel, we recommend buying a can to try. It’s a good addition to a “four cans for 10,000 won (or 11,000 won)” list. Pair it with slightly greasy snacks, like sausages scored and grilled to look appetizing.

Maldives Soju

Maldives Soju. Available for purchase at GS25.

The last drink introduced is not beer but soju. Not just any soju, but mojito-flavored soju named Maldives. The green soju bottle features a label with a famous movie line: ‘Mojito, then Maldives?’ It is a collaboration between Bohae Brewery, known for making leafy liquor and bokbunja (Korean black raspberry wine), and GS25. The alcohol content is 7%, lower than typical soju.

The aroma is remarkable. It exudes lime scent. The characteristic taste of soju is not felt at all; instead, it blends apple mint and tangy lime flavors. It is different from the sticky sweetness found in fruit soju. Rather, it is closer to a lime mojito cocktail with a strong fresh taste. There is no alcoholic or heavy aftertaste, leaving only a pleasant freshness after drinking. You can add ice and a lime garnish to create a cocktail bar atmosphere at home.