The hazelnut banana latte is born when you mix banana milk with hazelnut coffee. Known for tasting just as good as a proper café latte, this convenience store combo has become hugely popular among foreign tourists too.
From TV to Social Media, a Combo Gone Viral
Comedian Lee Guk-joo first introduced this combo on a variety show, dubbing it the 'Ddungba Latte,' and videos of YouTubers mixing banana milk with hazelnut coffee have steadily gained popularity ever since. Recently, videos by overseas YouTubers introducing this combo have racked up millions of views, making it a must-try experience for foreign tourists as well. In areas with many foreign visitors, such as Myeong-dong, Seongsu, and Hongdae, related sales have actually been on the rise.
How to Make It
1. Pick a large ice cup at the convenience store (it needs to be big enough to hold both the milk and the coffee) 2. Peel off the plastic lid of the ice cup and fill it about half to two-thirds full with banana milk 3. Pour the pouch-type hazelnut coffee into the remaining space until it's full 4. Stir well with a straw to mix
Tips
Be sure to choose a large-size ice cup so both the milk and coffee will fit It's also fine to pour the coffee in first and add the milk afterward Stir thoroughly with the straw so the banana and hazelnut flavors blend evenly
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