Korean instant coffee sticks are sold in boxes of 30 to 100, and three details on the listing matter more than the brand name: stick weight, whether sugar and creamer are included, and who is actually selling the box. This guide compares six sticks sold through H Mart and Walmart listings in the U.S. by price, stick weight and type. We did not taste-test these products. Everything below comes from retailer listings and brand pages, and prices and stock change often.
Key Takeaways
- Maxim Mocha Gold Mild and Maxim Original are both listed at about US$21 to US$25 for 100 sticks of 12 grams each, or roughly US$0.21 to US$0.25 per stick.
- Maxim White Gold costs more, about US$27 to US$34 for 100 sticks, and H Mart describes it as creamy, mild and sweet.
- Namyang French Cafe is about US$20 for 100 sticks, but each stick weighs 10.9 grams, so the per-gram price is close to Maxim’s.
- Ediya Special Gold Blend has the lowest listed price, about US$14 to US$17 for a 100-stick, 1.1 kg box, but its H Mart page does not clearly state the country of manufacture.
- Kanu Mini Mild Roast Americano is the only black option here, with no sugar or creamer, at roughly US$0.40 to US$0.73 per stick.
The Six Sticks at a Glance
| Product | Type | Box | Stick weight | Listed price | Per stick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxim Mocha Gold Mild | Coffee mix | 100 sticks | 12 g | US$21–25 (H Mart) | US$0.21–0.25 |
| Maxim White Gold | Coffee mix | 100 sticks | 12 g | US$27–34 | US$0.27–0.34 |
| Maxim Original | Coffee mix | 100 sticks | 12 g | US$21–25 (H Mart) | US$0.21–0.25 |
| Namyang French Cafe | Coffee mix | 100 sticks | 10.9 g | About US$20 | About US$0.20 |
| Ediya Special Gold Blend | Coffee mix | 100 sticks (1.1 kg) | About 11 g | US$14–17 | US$0.14–0.17 |
| Kanu Mini Mild Roast Americano | Black, no sugar or creamer | 30 sticks | Not compared | US$12–22 (H Mart) | US$0.40–0.73 |
Prices are the ranges seen on retailer listings when we researched this guide in October 2026. Check the current listing before you order.
How to Compare Korean Coffee Sticks Before You Buy
A coffee mix, as these Maxim, Namyang and Ediya products are sold, combines instant coffee with creamer and sugar in one stick. A black stick like Kanu’s contains only coffee. That difference decides most of what you pay for and how you will use it, so it is the first thing to check.
Next, compare price per stick, not box price, and then price per gram. Boxes of 100 sticks can hold different amounts of product: Maxim lists 12 grams per stick and Namyang lists 10.9 grams. For the water amount, follow the directions printed on the package, since makers set that amount for their own stick weight.
Maxim Mocha Gold Mild, White Gold and Original
These three share the same 100-stick, 12-gram format, so the comparison comes down to price and flavor name. H Mart lists the 100-stick box of Mocha Gold Mild at roughly US$21 to US$25, which is about US$0.21 to US$0.25 per stick. Original sits at the same price tier. Walmart’s marketplace carries Maxim listings too, but third-party sellers there can price a box above US$29, so check the seller name before you add it to your cart.
White Gold costs more, at about US$27 to US$34 for 100 sticks. H Mart’s own product description calls it creamy, mild and sweet. If you want a milder, creamier mix and accept the higher price, that listing language is the clearest signal on offer. We cannot say how any of the three taste, so if you are unsure, start with a smaller box or a variety pack where one is sold.
Namyang French Cafe
Namyang French Cafe is listed at about US$20 for 100 sticks, around US$0.20 per stick. Each stick weighs 10.9 grams, roughly 9 percent less than a 12-gram Maxim stick. Per gram, that works out to about 1.8 cents, against about 1.8 to 2.1 cents for Maxim Mocha Gold Mild, so the lower box price mostly reflects the lighter stick. It is a reasonable way to try a second brand at a similar price.
Ediya Special Gold Blend
Ediya’s 100-stick, 1.1 kg box is listed at about US$14 to US$17, or US$0.14 to US$0.17 per stick, which is the lowest price among the large boxes here. At about 11 grams per stick, it is also the cheapest per gram, at roughly 1.3 to 1.5 cents.
H Mart lists the product under its Korean coffee category, but the product page does not clearly state a country of manufacture the way the Maxim and Namyang listings do. Check the box label or the packaging photos before ordering rather than assuming the origin from the category.
Kanu Mini Mild Roast Americano
Kanu Mini Mild Roast Americano comes in a 30-stick box priced around US$12 to US$22 at H Mart, with no sugar or creamer. Per stick, that is roughly US$0.40 to US$0.73, more than any 100-stick mix above. What you pay for here is the convenience of a black, café-style cup from hot water alone.
Kanu’s official site states that the brand operates under Dongsuh Foods Corporation, with KANU used under license as a Mondelēz International trademark. H Mart also lists a Kanu Mini Dark Roast Americano as a separate product if you prefer a darker roast.
U.S. and Canada Buying Notes
In the U.S., H Mart’s listings give the most consistent stick counts, stick weights and origin labeling across the Maxim, Namyang, Ediya and Kanu lines covered here. Walmart carries several Maxim listings, but prices and sellers vary, so check who ships the box.
In Canada, a 2026 H Mart Calgary flyer advertised a 100-stick box of Maxim Mocha Coffee Mix, which shows that H Mart’s Canadian stores carry the line. Stock and pricing differ by location and season, so check your local flyer or call the store before planning around a specific price.
What to Check Before Ordering a 100-Stick Box
- Confirm whether you are buying directly from H Mart or from a third-party marketplace seller, since pricing and shipping terms differ.
- Check the stick count and the weight of each stick on the page. A 12-gram stick and a 10.9-gram stick are not the same amount of product.
- Look for a clearly stated country of manufacture on the product page or packaging, not only the retailer’s category label.
- Check the expiration date, especially on marketplace listings where stock may have sat in a warehouse.
- Review shipping costs and the seller’s return policy before committing to 100 sticks.
If you have never tried Korean coffee mix, a 20- to 30-stick box, or a variety pack if one is sold, is a lower-risk way to find your preferred mix before buying in bulk.
Editor’s Take
Our reading is that price per gram is a fairer first filter than box price, because stick weights differ. On that measure, Ediya is the cheapest and the Maxim and Namyang sticks are close to each other, while Kanu costs the most per cup because it is a black stick sold in a 30-count box. Because we have not tasted any of these, we are not ranking them by flavor. If taste matters most, buy the smallest box first.
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