If you haven’t tried it, you’re not a true drink enthusiast — Top trending handmade drinks of 2017

Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team, compiled and reported

As 2017 comes to an end, in the fiercely competitive market for handmade drinks, new brands are constantly emerging while established shops continue to innovate. This year has witnessed the rise of numerous new popular drinks, giving drink enthusiasts constant surprises. Below is an introduction to the handmade drink brands that have rapidly gained popularity this year — a reference worth checking out for travelers who love beverages.

#Ri Ri Liang Xuan
Located on Yitong Street in Taipei, Ri Ri Liang Xuan features tastefully decorated interiors, specializing in fresh juices, tea drinks, and natural smoothies. Their must-order white jade tapioca paired with gradient-colored beverages has won over the hearts of many drink lovers.

#Qingshui Sen Ji Cha
Qingshui Sen Ji Cha, which has been around for some time, only rose to fame this year. Its wildly popular “Devil Boba Fresh Milk” sparked a wave of photography enthusiasm. Freshly cooked black sugar tapioca is added on the spot to rich, creamy tall fresh milk. The entire preparation process takes four hours to bring out the deep, aromatic black sugar sweetness and warm tapioca pearls, attracting many netizens to visit.

#Shuang Sheng Green Bean Milk
Shuang Sheng Green Bean Milk is a new brand under Shuang Sheng Brunch. Though it just opened recently, it has caused a stir on IG. The signature green bean milk is a must-drink, combining silky-smooth mung beans with fresh milk from local small farms in Tainan, offering a rich and fragrant taste.

#Lan Yong Shuo
Photos of black sugar lattes are going viral online, with the latte topped with a thick layer of black sugar powder, sparking a wave of check-in fever. At “Lan Yong Shuo Then Espresso” in Shilin Night Market, the black sugar latte and black sugar milk are...hugely popular must-drinks, drawing many visitors who come specifically to savor the rich and delicious coffee.