Write this down in your notebook right away—these 6 must-try drinks in Hualien!

▲ Hualien not only boasts stunning natural scenery, but its local drinks are also not to be missed. (Photo / Reporter Chen Ruizhong)

Travel Center / Comprehensive Report

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, traveling to Hualien is definitely a great choice. Surrounded by nature, it helps you leave your worries behind and immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery. And sipping on a local specialty drink at such a moment is nothing short of bliss,ETtoday EBC News Cloudhas handpicked the top 6 must-drink beverages in Hualien. The classic old-school flavors will definitely make you want to linger in this charming natural town.

▲ Temple Entrance Steel Pipe Black Tea. (Photo / Reporter Chen Ruizhong)

1. Temple Entrance Steel Pipe Black Tea
You haven’t really been to Hualien if you haven’t tried this place’s tea upon arrival. The wildly popular Temple Entrance Black Tea is famous for its three steel pipes. The inner layer is used for delivering the beverage through water tubes, while the outer layer utilizes chilled ice water pipes to cool the inner drinks naturally. This keeps the drinks refreshingly cold without compromising their pure taste by adding ice cubes. The chilled black tea locks in the full-bodied flavor, offering a smooth and aromatic sip that fans of traditional black tea simply can't miss. Besides black tea, almond tea and sour plum soup are also fan favorites. Pair a Temple Entrance drink with an egg pancake for a super satisfying late-night snack!

Address: No. 216, Chenggong Street, Hualien City, Hualien County
Phone: (03) 832-3846
Business Hours: Monday–Sunday 06:00–02:00

▲ Jiashing Ice Store. (Photo / Reporter Huang Yanqi, archival photo)

2. Jiashing Ice Store
Just by looking at the signboard of Jiashing Ice Store, you’ll know it’s been a long-time fixture in Hualien. Its most renowned drink is the lemonade, made with the whole fresh lemon—including the peel—and condensed milk. The tangy sourness of the lemon is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the cream, making it incredibly easy to drink and totally changing the notion that lemonade has to be overly sour. Aside from drinks, the shop also offers stir-fried dishes due to the limited food options nearby, so you can enjoy hot stir-fry in what looks like an ice cream parlor—it's a truly unique experience!

Address: No. 22, Bo'ai Road, Xincheng Village, Xincheng Township, Hualien County
Phone: (03) 861-1888
Business Hours: Monday–Sunday 08:00–17:00

▲ Dingge Tea Drinks. (Photo / Screenshot fromDingge Tea Drinks _ Beibu Branch Fan Page)

3. Dingge Tea Drinks
Dingge Tea Drinks is committed to healthy and natural beverages. The founder aims to maintain high-quality drinks so that everyone can enjoy premium tea experiences. More importantly, they keep up with trends, so the menu is frequently updated with new offerings to ensure every visit feels fresh. Popular drinks include Dulu Fresh Milk Tea, Signature Fruit Tea, Red Bean Milk Tea, Orange Green Tea, and Milk Foam Chocolate—all of which bring back fond memories with just one sip. This tea shop, exclusive to Hualien and Eastern Taiwan, is a must-visit when you’re in Hualien.

Address: No. 201, Beibu Road, Beibu Village, Xincheng Township, Hualien County (Beibu Branch)
Phone: (03) 826-6733
Business Hours: Monday–Sunday 09:30–21:30

4. Miao Bu Ke Yan Juice Bar
Having moved from the Ziqiang Night Market to the Dongmenmen Night Market, Miao Bu Ke Yan Juice Bar is one of the must-buy juices at Hualien’s night markets. It even won a national gold award for excellence. The secret? Its use of real, fresh fruits to create juices where the natural sweetness truly shines through. Best of all, the prices are super affordable—you can easily enjoy several cups in one go. With quality and reasonable prices, it’s no wonder this shop is hugely popular!

Address: Inside Dongmenmen Night Market, Hualien City, Hualien County
Phone: 0926-203-010
Business hours: 18:00–00:00 (these are the operating hours of Dongdaemun Night Market)

▲Fresh-squeezed juice at Champs-Élysées City. (Photo / Reposted fromChamps-Élysées City Fresh Juice Dongdaemun Futo Main Store official fan page)

5. Champs-Élysées City Fresh Juice
With a history of 40 years, Champs-Élysées City Juice is famous for its strawberry milk — the sweet-tangy flavor of strawberries mixed with the freshness of milk makes it not only nutritious and healthy, but they also ensure that real fruit bits are always in their drinks, proving the quality of their ingredients. In addition to fresh juices, there are also oversized candied haws loved by children nearby. The fresh fruits paired with traditional rock sugar give you a taste that feels like a trip back to childhood. But whether you’re enjoying the candied haws or the juice, you can savor the freshest fruits the shop has to offer — a happy and healthy treat.

Address: A49, Dongdaemun Futo Night Market, Hualien City, Hualien County
Phone: 0919-506-575
Business hours: Please check the fan page for operating hours

▲Dawn Black Tea. (Photo / Reporter Chen Ruizhong)

6. Dawn Black Tea
Dawn Black Tea is a well-established local black tea shop in Hualien. It competes with the nearby Temple Entrance Black Tea for loyal customers — usually, the line at Temple Entrance is longer, so for those who want to skip the queue, Dawn Black Tea is a great alternative. Their menu isn’t much different from Temple Entrance’s, but the two shops offer distinct flavors. Dawn Black Tea has a slight coffee aroma, and it’s not overly sweet, making it hard to stop at just one sip. Their long rectangular pastries, often referred to as Taiwanese macarons, have a sweetness that pairs perfectly with the tea — both are must-try items here.

Address: No. 185, Nanjing Street, Hualien City, Hualien County
Phone: (03)835-6883
Business hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 05:00–23:00