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When in Korea, crack the banana milk code
KR🎭 Culture5 hr. ago

When in Korea, crack the banana milk code

The article discusses the origin and popularity of the 'banana latte' drink in South Korea, which emerged as a creative combination of ingredients available at convenience stores. Initially discovered by foreign tourists experimenting at store counters, the drink gained traction through social media posts by celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Emma Roberts. This led to increased awareness among local consumers, who began referring to it as 'ttungba latte.' Retailers such as GS25 responded by offering the components as a pre-packaged set, further popularizing the drink. The trend has inspired additional variations, including a coffee bar version using Deowi Sanyang ice bars and a matcha-based option, showcasing the versatility of the banana milk as a base.

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The Korea Herald logoThe Korea HeraldIndependentCenter5 hr. ago
When in Korea, crack the banana milk code

The article discusses the origin and popularity of the 'banana latte' drink in South Korea, which emerged as a creative combination of ingredients available at convenience stores. Initially discovered by foreign tourists experimenting at store counters, the drink gained traction through social media posts by celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Emma Roberts. This led to increased awareness among local consumers, who began referring to it as 'ttungba latte.' Retailers such as GS25 responded by offering the components as a pre-packaged set, further popularizing the drink. The trend has inspired additional variations, including a coffee bar version using Deowi Sanyang ice bars and a matcha-based option, showcasing the versatility of the banana milk as a base.

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