Try Viral Korean Drinks, Banana and Strawberry Milk

Dream - The development of the Korean wave or hallyu has spread worldwide, including in Indonesia. According to research conducted by Snapcart in 2022 based on information from Ichitan received by Dream, 85 percent of Indonesian respondents admit to enjoying Korean culture and entertainment.

This also affects people's interest in consuming Korean products, including food and drinks that often appear in their favorite Korean films/dramas.

"The popularity of Korean culture has spread and developed worldwide, including in Indonesia. This has also influenced the consumption of Korean products by the public," said Tan Passakornnatee, President Director of PT. Ichi Tan Indonesia, in a statement received by Dream.

Banana Milk

One of the popular Korean products circulating on social media is Korean Banana Milk and Korean Strawberry Milk. It's quite easy to make, Dream friends. Here's how to make it.

Prepare 2 ripe bananas, 250 ml full cream milk, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Cut the bananas into small pieces, then put them in a blender. Put the bananas and milk in the blender, make sure they are well mixed.

Prepare a saucepan and a strainer, strain the milk to make it smooth. Heat the milk over low heat until warm, then add the sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves. Prepare ice cubes in a glass, pour the cooked milk into the glass and serve.

Strawberry Milk

For strawberry milk, prepare 6 fresh and red strawberries, 250 ml full cream milk, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Cut the strawberries into small pieces, then put them in a blender. Put the strawberries and milk in the blender, make sure they are well mixed.

Prepare a saucepan and a strainer, strain the milk to make it smooth. Heat the milk over low heat until warm, then add the sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves. Prepare ice cubes in a glass, pour the cooked milk into the glass and serve.

Although it seems easy, sometimes the taste produced is not as authentic as Korean Banana Milk and Strawberry Milk. It makes you want to drink milk more conveniently with the expected taste. This is what makes Ichitan present Korean Ichitan Banana Milk and Korean Ichitan Strawberry Milk.

"Hopefully, the presence of Korean milk from ICHITAN can add more choices for Korean culture enthusiasts in Indonesia," said Tan Passakornnatee.

Mexican Vanilla Cinnamon Milk Recipe

Dream - Milk is a drink that can energize the body when consumed in the morning. While when consumed at night, it can help you sleep better. For milk lovers, how about adding more richness to its taste.

Make Mexican-style vanilla cinnamon milk. It can be enjoyed warm before bed or served with ice. Here's the recipe.

Ingredients:
- 4 cups of liquid milk
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
- ½ cinnamon stick
- 1½ tablespoons of cornstarch flour
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 teaspoons of cocoa powder (if you want to make chocolate flavor)

Instructions:
- Put the sugar and three cups of milk into a medium-sized saucepan with the cinnamon stick
- Place the pan on the stove and turn on low heat, stir until it boils
- After the milk starts to boil, turn off the heat. Let it sit for 10 minutes for the cinnamon flavor to infuse into the milk
- Mix one tablespoon of cornstarch flour and milk in a bowl. Stir well, making sure there are no lumps in the milk
- Pour the milk-cornstarch mixture and vanilla extract into the still hot milk pan
- Turn on low heat and boil for 6-8 minutes
- Let the milk cool until the steam disappears, pour it into a bottle and refrigerate. It can also be consumed immediately if you want warm milk
- To make chocolate-flavored milk, mix cocoa powder with milk and cornstarch

Source: Mexico Kitchen