A simple fan gift from G-Dragon is now on track to become one of the most talked-about dessert launches of the year.
What began as a heartfelt reverse fan support event has evolved into a highly anticipated commercial release, once again proving the artist’s unmatched influence over consumer culture.
During his recent solo fan meeting, G-Dragon surprised attendees with a specially produced walnut pastry created as an exclusive gift.
The dessert was developed in collaboration with an F&B company and his public interest foundation, and it immediately drew attention for its distinctive design. Each piece features a daisy-shaped topping, a visual signature closely associated with his fashion brand and personal identity.
Following the event, the brand’s social media channels were flooded with global fan inquiries asking when and where the product would be available. The pastry is now scheduled for official release in major department stores in early March, turning a one-time fan item into a full-scale retail product.

The excitement surrounding the item goes beyond its taste.
Fans are treating the pastry as:
This shift from food to fandom-driven merchandise highlights how his projects often blur the boundaries between lifestyle products and artist goods.

The dessert had already generated buzz before the fan meeting after being selected as an official dessert for a major international summit, but its cultural impact multiplied once it became associated with G-Dragon’s personal gesture toward fans.
The narrative an artist personally preparing a meaningful gift added emotional value that traditional product marketing cannot replicate.
Industry observers note that products connected to G-Dragon tend to expand beyond his core fandom and reach mainstream consumers.
What makes the phenomenon particularly powerful is the combination of:
These elements create viral sharing culture and immediate purchase demand.
Rather than promoting a product through advertising, this case shows how an artist’s personal action can generate organic global demand.
The upcoming launch is expected to attract not only fans but also trend-driven consumers, positioning the daisy walnut pastry as a potential successor to recent viral desserts in Korea.
More than a seasonal snack, it represents a new form of fandom-linked retail, where the value of the product comes from the artist’s narrative and identity.