Published Date : Jan 18, 2021 / Edited Date : Jun 14, 2023
During the Joseon Dynasty, not only was it common for every household to make its own kimchi and fermented sauces or pastes, but even home-distilled alcohol ! The ingredients and flavors also differed from home to home throughout the country. These days, people have drifted from the process of home brewing, yet lately there is an increasing trend for visiting distilleries for the unique and classy flavors offered. So then, what kind of distilleries does Seoul, the city of cultural trendsetting, have up its sleeve? Well, there’s everything from products specific to Seoul to limited brands that are typically only accessible for those willing to spend some dough! Here are a few homebrewed options within the city limits for the more “experienced” palettes to enjoy and keep warm during the winter season!
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The past year was all about home quarantine due to the pandemic. As a result, people started to enjoy drinking at home more and more, leading to makgeolli’s popularity shooting through the roof! Since traditional alcohol and liquor are permitted to be sold online, as opposed to soju and beer, it can be readily purchased without going out to the store. Simply order online one day, and receive it fresh to your door the next! One of the more popular brands in particular is Bae & Brewing Co.’s Neurin Maeul Makgeolli, meaning “slow village” makgeolli. After earning first place in a traditional alcohol blind taste test, it continues to reach even greater heights in popularity! As a by-product of their alcohol being exclusively purchased for delivery, Bae & Brewing Co. operates various shops to make products that are much more accessible even in Seoul! Why not sit back and kick your feet up with a nice cup of Neurin Maeul Makgeolli in the comfort of your own home?
Neurin Maeul Makgeolli can be enjoyed all over the city!
Known as the folk liquor of Korea’s local communities, Samhaejoo earns its name from being distilled as many as three times during production, hence the “sam”, meaning three, in its name. With the arrival of winter and the distillation season , quite a lot of time goes into the fermentation process and results in two kinds of alcohol being produced: cheongju (a kind of refined, clear rice wine) and soju. Samhaejoo is popular in local regions throughout the country besides just Seoul, but there’s a reason why it has become the staple traditional liquor of the city. Originally, Samhaejoo’s reputation was that it demanded significant time and work to make due its use of premium white flour, so the yangban (noble class) of days passed were typically the only ones that could afford it thanks to their comfortable economic status. It may not be as known as it once was, but considering all the applause it had received for its aroma and flavor back in the day, Samhaejoo is sure to expand it’s reach and become a signature traditional liquor brand of not only Seoul, but all of Korea !
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#HangangBrewery
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A true native to Seoul, the trustworthy brand Hangang Brewery's makgeolli is actually made with Gyeongbokgung Rice, which even has rice paddies located in the city. Gyeongbokgung Rice serves as the base of Hangang Brewery makgeolli and is grown using water from Hangang River without the use of any pesticides . Traditional alcohol and liquor are especially more popular than ever thanks to the recent retro-revival trend. Created from a shared passion, Hangang Brewery's authenticity sets itself apart from other brands through a careful selection of ingredients and it's method of production. Its leading makgeolli, Naroo Makgeolli, is especially well-known for its smooth and satisfying taste. This winter, the popular Hangang Brewery distillery will be busier than ever with the steaming and churning of rice to transform it into some tasty makgeolli!
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