"Choosing Local Delights: The Trend of Using 'Region-Specific Drinks' as Wedding Favors for Couples"

2017.02.24 published

The most popular petit gifts are 'drinks'!

Future brides, have you decided on your petit gifts?? In the past, sweets were the standard for petit gifts, but lately, drinks are gaining popularity! ♡ Drinks can be enjoyed on the spot, and of course, you can take them home as well. They are also reasonably priced per bottle, which is why they are becoming increasingly popular＊

Among drinks, the top two favorites are Martinelli and Foulda! ♡ Martinelli's apple juice shaped like an apple and the refreshing fruit-flavored Foulda are loved by everyone♩

However, to be honest, many brides might think they are a bit too standard... There must be plenty of brides who received Martinelli or Foulda as petit gifts at their friends' weddings!

If you're looking for a unique drink petit gift, 'local specialty drinks' are recommended!＊

It's great to have drink petit gifts, but if Martinelli and Foulda are too standard! If you’re a bride looking for something a little more unique with a twist, I recommend 'local specialty drinks' ◎

Local specialty drinks are often sold at parking areas, roadside stations, and souvenir shops＊. So, giving those local drinks as petit gifts is a fantastic idea♩

Local specialty drinks are naturally unique because you can only buy them locally. If you choose drinks from the couple’s hometown or memorable places, it adds an even more impressive touch to the petit gifts♡

So, what kind of local specialty drinks have experienced brides been choosing? Here are seven popular local drinks♩

Local drink petit gift ① Kochi Prefecture * Gokkun

The first one we introduce is 'Gokkun', a local drink from Kochi Prefecture＊ Gokkun is a yuzu juice made from the famous yuzu of Kochi♡ The cute package features the big word 'Gokkun' and a cheerful boy drinking it♩ It’s sure to bring warm and cozy feelings on the way home◎

Local drink petit gift ② Wakayama Prefecture * Drinking Mikan

The local drink from Wakayama is 'Drinking Mikan'＊ As the name suggests, it is a 100% mikan juice characterized by its rich flavor◎ A single glass bottle (200ml) contains about 4 to 5 whole mikans! ♡♡ Guests will be surprised by its richness♩

Local drink petit gift ③ Miyazaki Prefecture * Yuzu and Honey

Miyazaki's local drink is 'Yuzu and Honey'＊ It features a refreshing taste of yuzu combined with honey♡ This drink is produced by a beekeeping farm, known for its carefully selected honey, giving it a gentle flavor＊

Local drink petit gift ④ Kanagawa Prefecture * Kamakura Cider

The local drink from Kanagawa is the familiar 'Kamakura Cider'♡ The package with a character enjoying cider is super cute♩ Kanagawa brides sometimes toast with Kamakura beer, making for a wonderful reception full of local love♡

Local drink petit gift ⑤ Aomori Prefecture * Apple Juice

Of course, Aomori's local drink is 'Apple Juice'♡♡ Many farmers in Aomori produce a variety of apple juices, using different kinds of apples♩ Many brides utilize juices from acquaintances or their family's farm＊

Local drink petit gift ⑥ Hiroshima Prefecture * Smack Gold

The local drink from Hiroshima is 'Smack Gold'* This is a milk-based cream soda♡ Its retro packaging is cutely nostalgic!!

Local drink petit gift ⑦ Ehime Prefecture * Pon Juice

One local drink that cannot be forgotten is 'Pon Juice' from Ehime Prefecture! ♡ In Ehime, it's said that you can get mikan juice straight from the tap!? Mikan is extremely famous there♩

It's hard to decide which local drink to choose!＊

This time we introduced seven popular local drinks! ♡ There are still many more local drinks out there! Make sure to prepare your favorite local drinks and keep your guests enjoying until the very end＊

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