๐๏ธ Local Indonesian Products You Must Buy
Have you ever wondered, while living in or traveling through Indonesia, "What should I bring back to Korea?" ๐ค
Here's a list of popular local Indonesian products that are ๐ฏ satisfying once you try them!
These are also popular among Koreans, so keep them in mind while shopping. ๐
1. Food & Drinks ๐โ
- Indomie: Known as "Indonesia's national instant noodle," Indomie is famous for its variety of flavors and great value. Perfect as a gift too!
- Sambal Sauce: A spicy-sweet traditional Indonesian chili sauce that also pairs well with Korean food.
- Kopi Luwak: A world-famous premium coffee, known for its rich, distinctive flavor.
- Anomali Coffee & Bacha Coffee: If you're after high-end specialty coffee, this is the place! Try beans and drip coffee capturing the flavor of local coffee.
- Uray Honey: Traditional natural Indonesian honey, popular as a healthy gift โ individually packaged options are recommended!
- KOU Cuisine: Famous for its signature Ubud jam! Jam and toast made with natural ingredients are also popular gifts. ๐ Also available for purchase online on Tokopedia!
2. Beauty & Care ๐๐งด
- Sensatia: A natural skincare brand. Cleansers, oils, and body lotions are especially popular.
- Ellips Hair Vitamin Capsules: Easy-to-use hair treatment capsules that add shine to hair.
- Pompia Soap: Fragrant soap made from natural ingredients, with a distinctly natural, local feel.
3. Fashion & Accessories ๐๐
- Batik: Clothes, scarves, and bags made from traditional Indonesian fabric โ perfect for an elegant gift!
- Jelly Bag (straw bag): A must-have for summer fashion! Affordable and comfortable to carry.
- Indonesia Polo: Polo shirts with an upscale design at a reasonable price.
- Deus T-shirts: An Australian brand, but it's become a must-have for honeymooners in Bali!
4. Traditional Crafts & Home Goods ๐๏ธ๐ฟ
- Teak Wood Products: High-end kitchenware and furniture made from teak wood โ popular as unique interior pieces.
- Scented Candles and Essential Oils: Famous natural scented candles, eucalyptus, lemongrass, and coconut oil.
5. Snacks & Desserts ๐ซ๐
- Chocolate Banana Granola: A healthy yet delicious snack that's popular.
6. Traditional Remedies & Health Products ๐งโโ๏ธ๐
- Jamu: A traditional Indonesian herbal drink, effective for recovering from fatigue and boosting immunity.
- Tolak Angin: An herbal syrup effective for preventing colds and recovering from fatigue.
Indonesia really does have so many appealing products, doesn't it?
Use this shopping list to enjoy some worthwhile shopping.
Do you have any other recommendations you'd add to this list? Share them in the comments โ it'll be a big help to others too! ๐๏ธ
Life in Indonesia is complete with nongKrong by your side! ๐
