KUALA LUMPUR, January 30, 2024 -- Fizzy Pineapple
In celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year, Santan is delighted to announce the launch of its Chinese New Year Limited Edition range of drinks, aptly named "Ong Ong Lai." The collection features a meticulously crafted array of beverages centred around the auspicious pineapple, symbolising prosperity and good fortune.
Available from January 31st, Santan's "Ong Ong Lai" drinks are carefully designed to elevate the Chinese New Year festivities, embodying the spirit of renewal, abundance, and positive beginnings.
The exclusive range of drinks in the "Ong Ong Lai" collection include:
Pineapple Jasmine Green Tea
(Chinese Name represents the message of "Blossoming prosperity")
A harmonious blend of tropical sweetness, delicate jasmine florals, and earthy green tea, offering a refreshing and well-balanced beverage with a unique and delightful flavour.
Pineapple Coconut Milk
(Chinese Name represents the message of "Flourishing Fortune.")
Tropical and creamy, this beverage combines the sweetness and tanginess of pineapple with the velvety taste of coconut milk, creating a satisfying and indulgent flavour experience.
Fizzy Pineapple Americano
(Chinese Name represents the message of "Good and beautiful things are happening.")
A unique combination of bold coffee, effervescence, and tropical sweetness, resulting in a refreshing and multidimensional beverage that combines the familiar with the unexpected.
(Chinese Name represents the message of "Prosperity and Good Fortune Herald.")
Sparkling Pineapple Juice offers a refreshing and effervescent twist to traditional pineapple juice, combining tropical sweetness with lively carbonation.
In brief
Santan announced a Chinese New Year limited-edition drink collection called “Ong Ong Lai,” with availability beginning January 31. The beverages feature pineapple and include tea, a coconut milk drink, a coffee-based option and sparkling juice. Santan says the range draws on Chinese New Year themes of prosperity, renewal and good fortune. General Manager Catherine Goh said the company developed the drinks to reflect cultural traditions and offer wishes of abundance and success. The drinks are set to be sold on AirAsia and AirAsia X flights and at Santan cafes. Each drink is priced at RM12, and customers may pair one with a meal for an additional RM10.
Key takeaways
- Santan is launching its limited-edition “Ong Ong Lai” Chinese New Year drinks from January 31.
- The collection includes pineapple-based tea, coconut milk, coffee and sparkling juice beverages.
- The drinks will be available on AirAsia and AirAsia X flights and at Santan cafes.
- Each drink costs RM12; adding one to a meal costs an additional RM10.
Catherine Goh, General Manager of Santan, said, "Chinese New Year marks a new beginning, filled with positivity. We at Santan aim to usher in the Year of the Dragon by getting creative with Chinese traditions. The 'Ong Ong Lai' beverages have been meticulously crafted by Santan's expert team, aligning with cultural nuances to convey wishes of abundance, prosperity, success, and blessings. We invite you to embark on a delightful journey of taste by trying our exclusive, limited edition drinks and we wish everyone a joyous and Happy Chinese New Year!"
The "Ong Ong Lai" drinks will be available for purchase on all AirAsia and AirAsia X flights, as well as Santan cafes from January 31st. Priced at RM12 each, customers can elevate any meal by pairing it with the newly launched series for an additional RM10. Purchase your drinks on board and savour the festive flavours as you travel during Chinese New Year. Hurry, while stocks last.
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About Santan
Santan, the renowned inflight service provider, soared into the skies in 2015, delighting millions of AirAsia guests annually with its famed Pak Nasser’s Nasi Lemak. Formerly known as 'AirAsia Café' (2005), the rebranded 'Santan' in 2018 expanded its offerings to encompass a wider range of Southeast Asian-inspired meals, catering to diverse tastes across AirAsia's extensive network. In 2019, Santan made a groundbreaking move, introducing its inaugural ground-based restaurant to bring its highly sought-after meals to to enthusiastic diners. Dedicated to affordability and premium taste, Santan curates delightful, culturally-infused dishes, celebrating the rich flavors of Southeast Asia while aligning with AirAsia's vision of offering exceptional services at accessible prices. Beyond meals, Santan also extends its offerings to duty-free and merchandise, featuring an enticing array of local and international products, ensuring passengers enjoy the best offers during their travels.
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At a glance
- Company
- Santan
- Announcement
- Product
- Location
- Kuala Lumpur
Key figures
- Price per drink
- RM12
- Additional price when paired with a meal
- RM10
People
- Catherine GohGeneral Manager of Santan
Products and programs
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