Singapore is a tropical city-state with an average humidity above 80%. This means keeping your body hydrated is important when exploring the city. The good news is Singapore never falls short when it comes to thirst-quenching beverages.

Whether you’re looking for an iced- cold boba to freshen up your day or some alcohol drink to give you just the right amount of kick, these Singaporean drinks and beverages will surely quench your thirst.

Here’s a list of the most favorite drinks in Singapore that you must try.

Teh and Kopi

Tea and coffee are the direct English translation of “teh and kopi.” Singapore has coffee shops that serve traditional coffee and tea with in-house roasted beans. Moreover, the traditional drink Teh Tarik is a foaming tea that tastes sweet and milky. 

There is a bevy of stores offering tea and coffee in Singapore and one store worth checking out is Kopi & Tarts, which also serves mouth-watering pastries perfect to be paired with a cup of iced coffee. It has various branches across Singapore.

Milo Dinosaur

One of the most favorite drinks in Singapore is the Milo dinosaur, which is perfect for the scorching summer heat. This drink is a mixture of a cup of cold Milo topped with undissolved Milo powder. This easy-to-prepare drink is perfect for Milo-obsessed and chocolate lovers regardless of age.

You can also add a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream on top of it to make it more flavorful and chocolatey.

Check out Tiger Sugar Singapore's take on this beloved drink!

Bubble Tea

Undeniably, bubble tea is a growing obsession among people from Southeast Asia, especially the younger generation. If you’re living in Singapore, you’ll probably notice there is a new bubble tea outlet that pops up almost every other day.

Bubble tea is a favorite drink in Singapore because it’s affordable, easy to drink, and comes in various flavors. From brown sugar boba to matcha milk tea, bubble tea shops in Singapore can satisfy your cravings anytime.

You can find a bubble tea shop in almost every corner of Singapore, both homegrown and imported brands. With several outlets scattered all over the city since its foray into the Singaporean market, Chi Cha San Chen is definitely worth a try.

Bandung

Made from rose syrup, Bandung is a popular street-side drink in Singapore and Malaysia. The preparation for Bandung is very simple as you only need to mix condensed or evaporated milk, rose syrup, water, and pink food coloring altogether. Others upgrade their Bandung recipe by adding toppings like black grass jelly or boba pearls.

For people who want to drink Bandung but are health-conscious, it is recommended to use fresh milk or soy milk and rose syrup with no artificial flavors to maintain one’s diet.

Sugarcane Juice

Made from the juice of pure sugarcanes, this is the perfect beverage to cool down from the heat. Sugarcane juice comes in a gentle sweet flavor. Most importantly, it contains nutrients that energize a person’s body and have therapeutic effects on the liver.

Order a cup or two for takeaway at Sugar Daddy to have a taste of this thirst quencher.

Chin Chow Drink

Popularly known as the Grass Jelly Drink, Chin Chow is a mixture of crushed fruits, cold milk, syrup, and water. You can buy this drink from native vendors in Singapore markets.

This favorite local drink in Singapore has various health benefits which can prevent indigestion and reduce high blood pressure.

Barley Water

This is a healthy drink derived from Chinese traditions. It is believed that Barley Water can promote digestive systems and lactation, be a remedy for sore throat, help cure UTI, and prevent high blood pressure.

Soya Bean

Soya bean is a smoothie that you can mix with different flavors according to your preference. In general, soya bean has a slightly sweet flavor and is usually served frozen like ice cream.

Check out Pure Soyabean's own version of this well-loved drink.

Penicillin Cocktail

Penicillin cocktail is one of the most popular alcoholic drinks in Singaporean bars. It is a concoction of Islay Scotch, honey-ginger sweetening, and lemon juice. The drink tastes lemony, sweet, and smoky.

This is a must-try cocktail in the country as it comes with various mixtures that are incredibly fun to drink.