Trendy Asian Food & Drink Brands — As Zodiac Signs
From Vietnamese coffee to Sri Lankan superfood lattes, here’s our guide to the best Asian-owned food & drink products — based on your astrology.
We’re living in a golden age of trendy, digital-friendly food & drink products that you can order right to your door, all while scrolling on social media. But with so many options to try, it can be overwhelming. After all, these days, even coffee, olive oil, and other once-mundane pantry items are all beautiful, well-designed commodities worth showing off. Oh, you mean you don’t have the latest Salsero spoon from Fly by Jing, and and you’re not subscribed to The Snaxshot? I could show you the world.
At District One, our writers and designers help brands develop clear identities and showcase their personality through written and visual content. We’re also astrology nerds. So we had a lot of fun doing a little study of some of our favorite brands, both in and out of our network, to figure out which popular Asian drink or snack was giving which sign. Without further ado, here’s your AZN snack horoscope.
Aries: Omsom
“Loud and proud” defines this breakout Asian sauce starter brand from sisters & entrepreneurs Kim and Vanessa Pham. In the Aries spirit, Omsom’s fearless flavors have made it a brand to watch. Plus, the name comes from the Vietnamese “om sòm,” meaning rowdy or rambunctious.
Taurus: Us Two Tea
This soothing Taiwanese tea is for Taurus, a calm, reliable, and persistent sign. Ruled by Venus, Taureans prize beautiful things, and take time to slow down and treat themselves. Founded by Shanghai-born Maggie Xue, Us Two Tea embodies the wellness-loving nature of the bull sign.
Gemini: Brooklyn Delhi
Founded by acclaimed blogger and cookbook author Chitra Agrawal, Brooklyn Delhi is a purveyor of popular Indian condiments ranging from achaar to korma. Like the gregarious, energetic Gemini, Brooklyn Delhi’s delicious, versatile sauces bring life to any kitchen.
Cancer: Moonflowers
Ruled by the Moon, which governs emotion, Cancer is the mother of the zodiac. Moonflowers imports Afghan saffron, a precious, evocative spice. Founded by Kabul-born Tahmina Ghaffer, the brand supports women in Afghanistan, who make up 80% of the saffron farming industry.
Leo: Fly by Jing
One of the most successful new condiment brands to date, Jing Gao’s Fly by Jing is often the star of the pantry shelf. Like the Leo, their Sichuan chili crisp expresses itself confidently in any dish, from stir-fry to dumplings, and yes, even ice cream (it’s a thing).
Virgo: Nguyen Coffee Supply
Not only is Nguyen Coffee Supply founder Sahra Nguyen a quintessential Virgo boss, this pioneering Vietnamese coffee roaster offers a big and bold 100% Robusta expression called TRUE GRIT, making it a fit for this famously hard-working sign.
Libra: Sanzo
Balanced, charming, and diplomatic are classic traits of those born under Libra. Founded by Sandro Roco, Sanzo produces Asian-inspired sparkling water with that perfect balance of crisp, refreshing, and intriguing — with fun flavors like lychee, calamansi, and yuzu with ginger.
Scorpio: Droplet
Often considered the most passionate sign, Scorpios bring excitement to all those around them. The brainchild of Celeste Perez, these sparkling wellness drinks are packed with natural energy and adaptogens to boost your mood. Plus, we love the sexy packaging.
Sagittarius: Diaspora Co.
Sagittarians love to travel, meet new people, and learn new things — much like Diaspora Co. founder Sana Javeri Kadri, who traveled far and wide (40+ farm visits) to source beautiful spices direct from South Asia, challenging the age-old colonial institution of spice trade.
Capricorn: Immi
Founded by ramen lovers Kevin Lee and Kevin Chanthasiriphan, Immi is a brand of 100% plant-based, keto-friendly ramen that’s still “instant” yet also packs a more nutritious bite with 22g of protein and 6g of net carbs. Like the Capricorn, it’s a practical and ambitious product to integrate into a diet or routine.
Aquarius: Yishi Foods
“One-of-a-kind” is one way to describe the Aquarius persona, and it’s also fitting for Yishi Foods — a first of its kind breakfast brand reimagining oatmeal in fun Asian flavors like taro bubble tea and sweet osmanthus. Founded by Lin Jiang, Yishi can now be found in 500+ brick-and-mortar stores.
Pisces: Kola Goodies
The Pisces sign is associated with compassion, intuition, and selflessness. Created by Sri Lanka-born Sajani Amarasiri, Kola Goodies is a superfood wellness brand turning centuries-old recipes into modern, feel-good drinks (like their standout Super Green Latte) that also uplift South Asian producers.
