Singer Lim Young-woong recently revealed his coffee philosophy, which highlights his strict self-management and delicate taste, through content on his YouTube channel. His daily choices are as firm as his perfect image on stage.

A change selected by the King of Self-Management: From Cafe Mocha to Americano Lim Young-woong used to enjoy iced cafe mochas, but now he insists on iced americanos. At the heart of this change was self-management. He revealed that he gave up mochas and switched his preference to americanos to reduce dairy intake. This glimpse shows his professionalism as an artist who prioritizes his voice and physical condition.

The birth of a Decaf "Iced Coffee Fanatic" due to caffeine sensitivity The challenge Lim Young-woong faced when he started drinking americanos was caffeine. He confessed to being sensitive to caffeine, which prevents him from sleeping, leading him to settle on decaf coffee. He also reaffirmed his status as a member of the "Iced Coffee Fanatic" group (Eol-juk-ah), insisting on cold coffee even in winter. Instead of sacrificing sleep for taste, he chose decaf to suit his condition while maintaining his firm preference for the refreshing chill of ice.

Lim Young-woong’s preferred coffee taste: Neither too sour nor too bitter Lim Young-woong has clear standards for the taste of coffee. He does not prefer coffee with strong acidity, nor does he like flavors that are too bitter. He has a balance-oriented taste that values moderate nuttiness and a smooth finish. During a blind test, he proved his keen sense of taste by identifying familiar flavors and even picking out coffee from his regular shop just by its color and aroma, earning him the nickname "Coffee Sommelier."

The meeting of a competitive spirit and coffee philosophy While Lim Young-woong humbly stated that he isn't overly picky about coffee, he showed his competitive side during challenges. He made efforts to identify the characteristics of decaf coffee by brand and displayed unique observational skills when searching for his regular shop's coffee. Ultimately, for Lim Young-woong, coffee is more than just a beverage; it is a means of management to maintain peak condition and a small joy in daily life. Through his ability to accurately understand his constitution and make the best choice, fans once again saw his thorough professional spirit.