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Somersby Brought A K-Pop Star To KL; Also, There’s a New Cider

Somersby Brought A K-Pop Star To KL; Also, There’s a New Cider

Carlsberg Malaysia quietly launched a lighter version of its Somersby cider last week — then made sure nobody would ignore it by flying in a K-pop idol.

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YEONJUN of TOMORROW X TOGETHER made a special appearance at Connection, Pavilion KL on Sunday (3 May), as part of a four-day brand activation that ran from 30 April.

Fans could try the new Somersby Light, play pickleball-themed games, and walk away with exclusive merchandise.

The kind of afternoon that sells itself.

YEONJUN serves as Somersby’s regional ambassador — a pairing that makes sense on paper.

TXT has a substantial Southeast Asian fanbase, and Somersby’s “No-Nonsense” casual positioning maps reasonably well onto the group’s younger, lifestyle-oriented audience.

Who It’s For

The cider itself is straightforward: 3.5% ABV, 320ml cans, 44% less sugar and 42% fewer calories than the original.

It’s a refreshing cider with vibrant apple flavour, a light sparkling finish, and a balance of floral and citrus notes, perfect for social gatherings or personal enjoyment.

Carlsberg’s marketing director, Olga Pulyaeva, frames it as a response to shifting consumer preferences toward lower-sugar options.

Best served over ice, apparently.

Somersby Light is available now at major supermarkets and hypermarkets nationwide, and on Shopee.

For non-Muslims aged 21 and above.


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