Before this trip to Hong Kong, I came across an article or news piece claiming that Korean soju is sold at incredibly low prices in Hong Kong. The pictures certainly backed up the claim—it looked really cheap. In Taiwan, Korean soju is expensive, usually around NT$180 or so. It’s been a while since I checked the prices, but some bottles might go for about NT$150. At Korean restaurants, the price is even steeper, typically at least NT$250 to NT$300. Honestly, it’s an outrageous price for alcohol that costs only a fraction of that in its country of origin.
When I got to Hong Kong, I made a point to visit a supermarket to check the prices myself. And wow, I was shocked. It really is that cheap! The price of one bottle in Taiwan could get you 3–4 bottles in Hong Kong. What on earth is going on? The price difference is just insane. From what I remember, soju in mainland China is also quite cheap—not as cheap as in Hong Kong, but still much cheaper than in Taiwan. I found myself standing in front of the shelves debating whether to buy some to drink at the hotel—the temptation was real.
In the end, rationality prevailed, and I walked away. Honestly, it’s not that Korean soju is exceptionally tasty—many people might not even like its flavor. It’s usually mixed with something else before drinking. The allure was purely in the massive price difference.
The conclusion? Not drinking at all is the best way to save money!
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