Tag: Korean liquor

According to a 2024 report by the Korea Consumer Agency, regular soju contains a surprisingly low average of just 0.12 grams of sugar per 100ml, which legally qualifies as "sugar-free". This finding challenges the common assumption that soju is a high-sugar alcoholic beverage, even though flavored versions can have significantly more sugar.

Despite its smooth and often fruity taste, a standard-sized 360ml bottle of soju with a common alcohol by volume (ABV) of around 16% actually contains over four standard drinks, a fact that surprises many drinkers. This is significantly more than a typical bottle of wine or pack of beer, making it easier to over-consume than people realize.

With an alcohol by volume (ABV) typically ranging from 12% to 14%, peach soju is significantly less potent than traditional, unflavored soju, which often contains 16% to 25% ABV. This sweet and fruity beverage is often misunderstood in terms of its strength, leading many to underestimate its effects despite its lower alcohol percentage.

According to several liquor retailers, most Good Friends soju flavors, such as Peach and Apple, consistently have an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 14%. This article breaks down the specific alcohol content for various Good Friends soju varieties and places it in context with other soju brands and alcoholic beverages.

According to a 2019 report by the Korea Consumer Agency, a standard 360-milliliter bottle of soju contains approximately 400 calories. This guide explains exactly how many calories are in Korean soju, differentiating between traditional and flavored varieties, and provides a broader nutritional perspective on this popular drink.

A 360ml bottle of standard soju can contain around 400 calories, which is more than many people realize. Many are surprised by this number and ask: **Why does soju have so many calories?** The answer lies in the potent, yet often underestimated, caloric density of alcohol itself, compounded by added sugars and the typical serving size.