The Soju Hangover is Different. Here’s How to Win the Morning After

From Tanjong Pagar to Holland Village, the "cheers" over clinking green bottles is a familiar sound across Singapore. Soju nights have become a beloved ritual, but so has the notoriously brutal morning after. If you’ve ever felt that a soju hangover is somehow worse, more intense, and just different from other hangovers—you are not imagining things. The struggle is real.

But why is that, and more importantly, what can you do about it? Let's win the morning after your next soju session.

Why Soju Hits Different: A Quick Look

While the exact science is debated, a few factors contribute to soju's reputation. Some varieties contain congeners—byproducts of fermentation that can worsen hangovers. More significantly, the social nature of drinking soju, often consumed quickly in shots, can lead to a much higher overall alcohol intake than you might realize.

The Korean Art of "Haejang" (Curing a Hangover)

To solve a Korean problem, we can look to Korean wisdom. In Korea, the practice of curing a hangover is a serious cultural institution known as Haejang.

This traditionally involves seeking out specific hangover soups (Haejang-guk), like:

• Kongnamul-guk (콩나물국): A clear bean sprout soup. The magic is in the bean sprouts, which are rich in the amino acid aspartate, known to help the body break down alcohol.

• Bugeotguk (북엇국): A dried pollock soup. Dried pollock is packed with amino acids that are believed to help protect the liver.

This traditional wisdom evolved into a first wave of modern solutions: popular Korean hangover drinks like Condition and Morning Care, which often feature powerful ingredients like Oriental Raisin Tree extract (containing DHM).

The New Wave of Korean Hangover Tech: Jellies and Gummies

Now, the culture of Haejang is evolving again. Right now in Korea, consumers are shifting away from chugging drinks and moving towards something even more convenient and pleasant: hangover relief jellies and gummies.

This trend signals a clear demand for solutions that are portable, easy to take, and taste good. It's the latest in hangover innovation, straight from the home of soju itself.

The Singaporean Solution to a Korean Problem: UpSide Jelly

This brings us to the ultimate modern solution. UpSide embraces the best of both worlds. We've formulated our product with powerful, natural ingredients inspired by the herbal wisdom behind traditional Korean remedies. But we deliver them in the ultra-convenient, modern jelly format that is now trending in Korea.

The practical advantage is immense. You no longer need to find a Korean restaurant that's open late for a bowl of hangover soup. The solution is already in your pocket. Just tear open an UpSide jelly before you start drinking or before you go to bed.

Conclusion: Drink Soju, Not Regrets

Embrace the fun and camaraderie of a great soju night without dreading the consequences. By combining the ancient wisdom of Haejang with the latest in Korean product innovation, you can finally win the battle against the soju hangover.

Enjoy your soju night. UpSide has your morning covered.