{"product_id":"chum-soon-hari-yogurt-soju-375ml","title":"Soon Hari Yogurt Soju","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoonhari Yogurt Soju 375mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is the creamy outlier in the Soonhari lineup, built around the sweet-tart character of yogurt rather than straightforward fruit. At \u003cstrong\u003e12% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, it combines lemon, melon, peach, vanilla, and a light dairy-like tang into a soft, refreshing profile that drinks more like a chilled dessert cocktail than traditional soju. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in Korea by \u003cstrong\u003eLOTTE\u003c\/strong\u003e, Soonhari Yogurt is made with water, high-fructose corn syrup, alcohol distilled from \u003cstrong\u003egrain and tapioca\u003c\/strong\u003e, yogurt flavor, and citric acid. The current U.S. expression is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e12% ABV in a 375mL bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e and is labeled gluten-free. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoonhari uses a modern flavored-soju process in which ingredients such as rice, tapioca, barley, and wheat are fermented and distilled into a clean spirit, then diluted with activated carbon-filtered water before flavoring is added. That neutral base is particularly useful here because it allows the yogurt character to come through without a strong alcoholic edge competing with it. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, \u003cstrong\u003elemon, melon, and peach\u003c\/strong\u003e give the expression more fruit than its name might suggest, followed by a softer vanilla and creamy aroma. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the profile is \u003cstrong\u003ecrisp and lightly tangy at first\u003c\/strong\u003e, before becoming rounder and creamier through the middle. Yogurt and vanilla provide the richer side of the drink, while lemon and melon keep the sweetness from becoming too heavy. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is smooth, lightly sweet, and gently tart, with lingering creamy vanilla and fruit rather than noticeable alcohol heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoonhari Yogurt also has an interesting place in the brand’s U.S. history. LOTTE launched the expression in the American market in \u003cstrong\u003e2019\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it became the fifth Soonhari flavor available after Citron, Peach, Apple, and Strawberry. The initial U.S. shipment consisted of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e190,000 375mL bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the flavor was specifically developed as an export-focused product built around yogurt’s characteristic sweet-and-sour profile. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes \u003cstrong\u003eSoonhari Yogurt\u003c\/strong\u003e distinctive is that it moves beyond conventional fruit soju. Instead of simply adding another berry or tropical flavor, it combines fruit, acidity, vanilla, and creaminess into a profile that resembles the popular yogurt-style drinks found throughout East Asia. The expression also received a \u003cstrong\u003eBronze Medal at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe it \u003cstrong\u003every cold\u003c\/strong\u003e, straight from the bottle or poured into small soju glasses. Soonhari specifically recommends pairing Yogurt with \u003cstrong\u003etteokbokki\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its sweetness and creamy tang help soften the heat and spice of the dish. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Soonhari Yogurt Soju?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Korean flavored soju from LOTTE combining a grain-and-tapioca-based spirit with yogurt flavor for a sweet, creamy, lightly tart profile. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the specs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e375mL, 12% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, made with water, high-fructose corn syrup, alcohol distilled from grain and tapioca, yogurt flavor, and citric acid. It is labeled gluten-free. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect \u003cstrong\u003elemon, melon, and peach\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside yogurt, vanilla, and a light creamy texture. The profile is crisp and refreshing upfront, followed by a subtle tang and smooth sweetness. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should you enjoy it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe it very cold, over ice, or use it in a creamy or fruit-forward cocktail. It pairs especially well with spicy dishes such as tteokbokki. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this release notable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoonhari Yogurt was introduced to the \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. in 2019 as an export-focused flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e and stands apart from the brand’s fruit expressions by combining sweetness, acidity, fruit, and creamy yogurt character. It also earned a \u003cstrong\u003e2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Bronze Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Golden Eagle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43859956596984,"sku":"12104","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/LotteChumChurumSoonhariYogurtSoju375ml.webp?v=1788292340","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/chum-soon-hari-yogurt-soju-375ml","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}