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Pronounced: MEE-SU GAH-RU

Love a cereal, malty, nutty flavor in your latte or smoothie? Then you’ll love Misugaru. It’s caffeine free, nutritious, a low calorie yet filling beverage that Koreans have been drinking for centuries.

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What is Misugaru?

Misugaru is a powder comprised of multi grains that have been roasted and grounded into powder. These grains are often a mix of barley, oats, quinoa, sweet rice, brown rice, lentils, soybean, millet, adzuki beans, and other grains. It’s often drank as a nutritious beverage and meal replacement by Koreans.

Best part? It’s low in calories, healthy, caffeine free, and full of nutrition, folates, and calcium.

It’s an old school, traditional Korean drink. A lot of Koreans drink this to lose weight because it keeps you full for a long time.

I actually drink this often after a workout when I am in the mood for a nice, filling latte— whole milk with spoonfuls of misugaru, full fat milk, and some banana. It keeps me full until dinner.

How is it Served?

The classic way to make this is mix 2-3 tablespoons of Misugaru with some cold or hot milk and sweetener of choice (typically honey). Add in some ice if serving cold or serve it as a hot, soothing latte. Mmmm.

Or as a topping for ice cream or patbingsu.

Where to buy Misugaru & Which one?

So here’s my recommendation. Misugaru has a unique flavor— it’s definitely an acquired taste.
If you’ve never tried Misugaru, try the instant Misugaru pack first and follow the pack’s instructions. This will give you an idea of what Misugaru tastes like.

If you like it, hooray! Then stop buying the instant pack and buy pure misugaru without all the added stuff and make it your own way.

You can buy instant Misugaru (contains added sugars) that you can just pop in and mix with your milk.
Or you can buy pure Misugaru without the added sugars.

Korean Grocery Store: They will have instant Misugaru and pure Misugaru in stock.

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Local Korean Rice Cake Bakery: They will sell pure, freshly roasted ground Misugaru by the pound. This is my preference because I can buy the exact amount I want, and there’s a lot of powders I can buy, not just Misugaru, and some delicious Korean rice cakes!

I would Google Search: ‘Korean Rice Cake Bakery near me’, and you should be able to find some local to you.

If you’re in Orange County, California, my favorite location is Han Yang Bakery in Garden Grove.

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Author: Sarah Ahn

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Classic Misugaru Latte + Misugaru Dalgona Whip

Love a cereal, malty, nutty flavor in your latte or smoothie? Then you’ll love Misugaru. This latte is not only flavorful, but it’s a healthy-protein packed beverage Koreans have been drinking for centuries. Make it special with a Misugaru Dalgona Whip!

Prep time: Cook time: 5 MTotal time: 5 M

Ingredients:

Classic Misugaru Latte

  • 2-3 Tbsp misugaru
  • 1 cup of milk
  • Sweetener of choice (honey, sugar, condensed milk, banana, sugar syrup, etc.)*

Misugaru Dalgona Whip (optional)

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg white
  • 1.5 tsp Misugaru

Instructions:

How to cook Classic Misugaru Latte + Misugaru Dalgona Whip

Misugaru Latte

  1. In a shaker or blender, mix all ingredients. Adjust misugaru and sweetener according to taste.
  2. Serve hot or cold (add ice cubes). Additionally, you may serve with a Misugaru dalgona whip (recipe below)!

Misugaru Dalgona Whip (optional)

  1. Create Misugaru Latte, but add no sweetner to this latte base because the Dalgona Misugaru whip will be very sweet. Set aside.
  2. Make Dalgona Whip: In a medium pot, boil 1/4 cup of water with 1/4 cup sugar. Over medium heat, stir until a syrup develops (mix often!).
  3. With a hand mixer, beat 1 egg white. Once stiff peaks form, add in desired amount of sugar syrup, and continue to beat egg whites. Add in 1.5 tsp of Misugaru while beating egg whites. Set aside once thickened.
  4. Add this whip on top of Misugaru latte, and mix when ready to drink!

Notes:

If adding Misugaru Dalgona Whip, do NOT sweeten this latte base because the Dalgona whip will be very sweet!The Dalgona Misugaru Whip will not be as thick as the classic Coffee Dalgona due to the texture of Misugaru. It will still thicken up and be tasty!

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Pretty simple recipe! The Dalgona whip is something I tried for fun, and it came out really good. Granted, it’s not as airy and thick as the traditional Coffee Dalgona, but it was still foamy and thick, and it added a great flavor! Definitely a treat.

I personally think Misugaru will be a popular food trend in the future, just like how I predicted Matcha would be back in 2010! I remember drinking matcha in high school, and so many people would ask what that green drink was and comment that it tasted like seaweed. Fast forward to 2020, matcha shops are everywhere!

I predict this will be the same for Misugaru. We shall wait and see!

Hope you enjoyed learning about Misagaru.

Eat Well,
Sarah

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Sarah Ahn

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All About Misugaru + Misugaru Dalgona Latte Recipe | 미수가루 — ahnest kitchen (2024)

FAQs

What does a misugaru latte taste like? ›

Some brands boast 17-20 grains in their misugaru. Though this list of grains can initially bring to mind flavors like chalky oatmeal or bland protein powder, one taste may just change your mind: Ahnesty describes misugaru as having a “cereal, malty, nutty flavor,” and I couldn't say it better.

Does misugaru make you gain weight? ›

It's low in calories, healthy, caffeine free, and full of nutrition, folates, and calcium. It's an old school, traditional Korean drink. A lot of Koreans drink this to lose weight because it keeps you full for a long time.

Is misugaru alcohol? ›

Misugaru Latte - Non-Alcoholic Drinks - The Bite of Korea (The BOK)

Is misugaru hot or cold? ›

You can enjoy misugaru as a hot or cold drink but lately, I've been loving it as a frozen shake. I typically use oat milk, a few spoons of misugaru powder, agave syrup, and ice. But the good thing about this recipe is you can adjust the ingredients according to your taste and preferences!

Is misugaru high in protein? ›

Misugaru is commonly added to water or milk and stirred to make a drink. Sugar or condensed milk can be added as a sweetener. The beverage is high in protein, vitamins, calcium, magnesium, molybdenum, folate, and selenium, and is a dieter's drink, as it is quite filling but low in calories.

Is misugaru a meal replacement? ›

ENJOY THE HEALTH BENEFITS: caffeine-free drink that can be consumed as a low-calorie, highly nutritious meal replacement. EASY & CONVENIENT: Misugaru is a Korean beverage made from traditional grain powder, containing 7-15 different types of grains.

How do Koreans lose belly fat? ›

The Korean weight loss diet requires you to cut foods like bread, cheese, fatty meals, soft drinks, and bakery goods. It also strictly discourages snacking in between meals. The diet focuses more on minimally processed foods that may aid in weight loss, improve your skin and overall health.

How do Koreans eat so much but never gain weight? ›

Korean diets tend to contain a lot of carbs that are consumed within a matter of hours. If they do not increase their calorie consumption, weight gain will not occur. Korean people love their vegetables, which is one of the key reasons behind their slim, healthy body.

Does Greek yogurt cause weight gain? ›

Greek yogurt is protein-rich, so it may help people feel fuller for longer. Research suggests that people may eat less throughout the day after a meal that is high in protein. A further study found that increasing dietary protein lead people to consume fewer calories overall, which contributed to greater weight loss.

Is grain alcohol 100% alcohol? ›

A pure grain alcohol is a highly purified product with a very neutral odor and taste. In its pure form, grain alcohol contains a minimum of 95 percent ABV. Grain alcohol that is 200-proof (100 percent ABV) is not for human consumption. It can be made from corn, rye, wheat, grapes, grains, sugarcane, tubers, and beets.

What do Koreans eat while drinking alcohol? ›

It consists of a variety of foods, including both main dishes and side dishes. Consuming food with alcohol is a widespread practice in Korea, especially when the alcoholic beverage soju is involved. Certain types of foods consumed primarily as anju include golbaengi muchim, nogari with peanuts, and jokbal.

What alcohol do South Koreans drink? ›

Soju, a clear, slightly-sweet distilled spirit, is the most popular Korean liquor.

What is Misugaru in English? ›

Misugaru (Multigrain Powder Drink) Misugaru is a traditional Korean Multigrain Powder Drink that's made with various grains and beans.

Is A latte hot or Cold? ›

Is a latte hot or cold? The latte is one of those wonderfully versatile drinks that can be enjoyed hot or cold. The only difference is in the preparation. When you're frothing the milk for your iced latte, don't heat it up!

Is misugaru gluten free? ›

For those of you who are not familiar with it, misugaru is a 7 to 23-grain mix that tastes like peanut butter. But it is not made with nuts, nor does it have gluten. And it can be used like flour if you are familiar with how to use it in such a way.

Does a cafe latte taste like coffee? ›

Caffe latte and latte are both espresso-based coffee drinks that consist of steamed milk and a shot of espresso. They have distinct differences in their taste profiles. A caffe latte has a mildly sweet, creamy flavor that balances well with the pleasant taste of caffeine.

What is misugaru powder made of? ›

This popular Misugaru is made by Bangyudang, a local seed roaster in Gwangju, Korea, with more than 40 years of experience in roasting grains! Their Signature Original Misugaru is made from a combination of barley, glutinous brown rice, and soybeans.

Is gingerbread latte sweet? ›

The perfect combination of spicy and sweet. This Gingerbread Latte pairs the warm flavors of cinnamon, ginger and molasses with the slight sweetness of maple syrup.

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