Trader Joe's Just Stocked a Popular Drink on Shelves, and Fans are Sprinting to Grab a Bottle

When Trader Joe’s isn’t bringing back fan-favorite treats and highly sought after seasonal offerings, the quirky neighborhood grocery store is doing everything but taking a break. No matter which day of the week, shoppers are met with an array of grocery staples, snack concoctions and limited-edition beverages. And no matter what part of the world your tastes are craving, chances are, Trader Joe’s has an item that represents that region to a T.

As we gear up for the cooler months of the year, TJ’s can be expected to release some of our favorite fall treats. And while we haven't officially left summer behind just yet, the popular grocers latest release is the perfect beverage choice while hosting your next get-together during this transitional period. Those who prefer a strong alcoholic drink that features delicious fruity notes with dinner will be excited to hear about the official arrival of Soon Hari Soju.

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Initially spotted by the always reliable Trader Joe’s Obsessed, this Korean alcoholic beverage sports a name that conveniently translates to “smooth” and is the original flavored soju to make it to market. The brand makes seven different soju flavors in total, and Trader Joe’s has officially stocked two of them: Peach and Grape. Customers can expect to find 12-ounce bottles available for $4.99 a pop, which can be compared to H Mart, where the bottles are sometimes sold as a pack of two for $9.

Customers who have tried Soon Hari soju before have reported the beverage as being “good,” albeit sometimes too sweet. However, Shannon from Trader Joe’s Obsessed describes the authentic Korean soju as “too strong, but sweet,” so it's really going to come down to your personal taste preferences when gauging its likeness.

For those who may be unfamiliar with soju, the distilled alcoholic beverage is clear by design and often called the national drink of Korea. Soju is traditionally made with rice, wheat, barley and other grains, and has a neutral flavor with a bit of sweetness added. Most will compare soju to vodka, though it does have a much lower alcohol content, sometimes between 16 and 25-percent. Traditionally, soju is consumed as a shot, but when things are bottled up nicely with pretty packaging, who are we to judge you from sipping it straight from the source?

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