Easy-to-buy souvenirs from Taiwanese supermarkets — perfect for sharing & gifting

easyta
Dec 26, 2025
2 min read

If you’re looking for easy-to-buy souvenirs during your trip to Taiwan, supermarkets are a surprisingly great option. Beyond convenience stores and souvenir shops, supermarkets offer affordable prices and a wide variety of products. From shareable gifts for friends and family to treats for yourself, you can get everything in one place.

This article introduces recommended souvenirs you can easily find in Taiwanese supermarkets, categorized by type.

1. Sweet Snacks & Treats

KoLoKo Snacks (可樂果)

A long-time favorite corn snack in Taiwan. Light, crunchy, and perfect for sharing as souvenirs.

Guai Guai (乖乖)

A classic Taiwanese corn puff snack. It’s believed to bring good luck when placed at home or in the office. Coconut butter flavor is the most popular.

Nougat (牛軋糖)

Soft candy with nuts. Easily found in supermarkets and has a relatively long shelf life.

Dried Fruits (Mango / Pineapple)

Made from Taiwan’s famous fruits, these are light, easy to carry, and always appreciated as gifts.

2. Noodles & Instant Foods

Taiwanese Instant Noodles

Local flavors like beef noodle soup or dry mixed noodles offer tastes you won’t easily find outside Taiwan.

Dried Noodles

Just boil and serve. Lightweight and convenient for souvenirs.

3. Tea & Drinks

Taiwanese Tea (High Mountain Tea, etc.)

Mini packs and gift-friendly packaging are available in supermarkets.

Drinks (Milk Tea Powder / Local Beverages)

Powdered drinks and bottled beverages sold in supermarkets and convenience stores offer unique local flavors.

4. Unique Items (Alcohol & Snacks)

Kaoliang Liquor (高粱酒)

A traditional Taiwanese distilled spirit, available in supermarkets.Note: Check airline regulations for liquids and alcohol.

Iron Eggs (鐵蛋)

Dried, marinated eggs with a strong flavor—perfect for adventurous friends.

Dried Savory Snacks

Great as bar snacks, lightweight, and long-lasting—ideal for souvenirs.

The appeal of buying Taiwanese souvenirs at supermarkets lies in their affordable prices, wide selection, and convenience for bulk purchases. From sweets and meals to tea, drinks, and unique local specialties, they’re perfect for travelers who want practical yet distinctly Taiwanese gifts.