5 Soju Cocktails For The Experimental Drinker In You

Soju is possibly one of the most popular liquors in the world and yet we haven’t managed to get too much of it in India. Of course, with the exception of Jinro, which can still be found in quaint Korean restaurants around the country. If you do happen to get your hands on a bottle, you’ll know that drinking soju straight up may be great but in a cocktail is even better. Here are 5 soju cocktails for the experimental drinker in you!

5 Soju Cocktails

1. Apple Soju Cocktail
2. Korean Yogurt Soju Cocktail
3. Soju Watermelon Cocktail
4. Celery And Tonic
5. Lemon And Pear Soju Martini

1. Apple Soju Cocktail

A fruity take on soju is possibly the best take on this delicious Korean liquor. It’s refreshing and perfect to have right before dinner to start on a high note. This recipe serves 8 so you’ll have 7 really impressed friends. Try it out and we’re positive that it’ll make it to your list of favorites!

Ingredients

• 1 Granny Apple
• 16 ounces of soju
• 5 cups chilled tonic water
• 8 lime wedges

How To Make An Apple Soju Cocktail

1. Slice the apple into thin matchstick sized slices.
2. Add the slices to the soju and stir, then cover and chill for 30 minutes.
3. Fill 8 glasses with ice and strain ¼ cup soju into each glass.
4. Add in a few lime wedges into each glass and then serve.
5. Top with tonic water and lime wedge.

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2. Korean Yogurt Soju Cocktail

It might sound strange to mix yogurt and alcohol but yogurt soju drinks are actually extremely popular in Korea. And who are we to argue with the people who created soju for the world to enjoy? You can also experiment with different flavored sojus to find your perfect mix.

Ingredients

• 3 ounces of soju
• 3 ounces of Asian yogurt drink or Yakult
• 3 ounces of lemon-lime soda (like 7UP or Sprite)

How To Make A Korean Yogurt Soju Cocktail

1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add all the three ingredients.
2. Shake well till the mixture is chilled.
3. Pour into a glass and serve.

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3. Soju Watermelon Cocktail

If you’re one to host several drunken parties and like to serve up different concoctions everytime – try making the Soju Watermelon Cocktail. It’s called Subak Soju in Korea and is perfect for all those who love a fruity flavor in their drinks. This cocktail is cute, potent, and effing delicious. 

Ingredients

• 2 small seedless watermelons, chilled in the fridge
• 2 chilled bottles of soju

How To Make A Soju Watermelon Cocktail

1. Cut the top of the watermelon and scoop out the watermelon, making a bowl.
2. Put the scooped out flesh into a mixer and blend for 1 minute, till smooth.
3. Strain the mixture in a sieve, pressing on it gently and discard the pulp.
4. Pour 4 cups of the strained juice and 4 cups of soju into a pitcher and mix.
5. Pour this mixture into the watermelon bowl and add ice to it. Your Soju Watermelon Cocktail is ready!

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4. Celery And Tonic

If someone were to tell you to have a drink with celery in it, you would probably just walk out of the room. But, bring soju into the mix and you’ve got yourself a winner! A spin on the classic Gin And Tonic, this drink definitely doesn’t disappoint even the most seasoned drinker.

Ingredients

For cocktail –

• 12 ounces of rice-based soju
• 1 ounce of celery shrub
• Tonic water

For celery shrub –

• ¼ cup white sugar
• 4 ounces of fresh celery juice
• 4 ounces of wine vinegar
• A Pinch of salt

How To Make The Celery And Tonic Cocktail

To make the celery shrub –

1. Gently cook vinegar, sugar, and salt in a saucepan until sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
2. Remove from heat (do not bring vinegar to a boil) and place mixture in the fridge to completely cool down.
3. Mix the freshly pressed celery juice and vinegar mixture and shake.
4. The shrub can be stored for 1.5 weeks in a fridge.

To make the cocktail –

1. Add soju and celery shrub to a glass with ice.
2. Stir with a spoon.
3. Top with tonic water and stir once more before serving.

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5. Lemon And Pear Soju Martini

Just the name has us drooling and planning to make seconds. A quirky mixture of sweet peaches, tangy lemons, and of course, the star of the show, soju. This Martini gets all the points for being unique yet managing to class up any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 lemon wedge
• 1 ounce of pear liqueur
• 100 ml soju

How To Make A Lemon And A Pear Soju Martini

1. Squeeze lemon into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
2. Pour pear liqueur, soju into the shaker and shake well.
3. Strain into a chilled Martini glass and serve.

Summing Up

Soju tastes much sweeter compared to vodka. Its flavor is not that strong, so it’s perfect for making mixed drinks for beginners. Looking for something fun and exciting for your happy hours? Then you better try the above-mentioned soju cocktails.

FAQs

What Is A Good Combination For Soju?

Yogurt, lime juice, or club soda are good combinations for soju.

How Many Shots Of Soju Does It Take To Get Drunk?

If you take 7-8 shots of soju to get you drunk.

How Many Bottles Of Soju Can Make You Drunk?

A bottle of soju is enough to get you drunk.

Is Soju Stronger Than Vodka?

Soju is known to have approximately 24% ABV which is less than vodka’s average of 40% ABV. So, soju is not as strong as vodka.

Will 5 Shots Of Soju Get You Drunk?

If you’re a beginner and have a low tolerance for alcohol, 5 shots of soju can get you drunk.

Does Soju Taste Better Cold Or Warm?

Soju can be enjoyed as a chilled or cold neat drink.