Makgeolli

Makgeolli is characterized by a slightly sweet and a tangy taste. It is one of the best-selling alcohol drinks in Korea, along with soju and beer. Also, it is the only alcohol drink in Korea that is cheaper than the same amount of bottled water. In the past, it had a strong image of ‘elderly drink’. However, today, with the improvement of taste, scent, and preservation methods, it has become a national alcohol drink enjoyed by all generations.

Koreans often drink Makgeolli on rainy days. On these days, most Koreans like to drink it with a plate of "Jeon,", the Korean style pizza, which has long been regarded as a snack that always goes really well with Makgeolli. But another characteristic of Makgeolli is that it is usually poured into a fairly large bowl. At that point, it can make you more likely to be drunk than other drinks. For this reason, Makgeolli is also called as a "cripple-maker" in Korea.

The ingredients of Makgeolli are also special. Makgeolli is made from mixed yeast, rice, and pine needles. After that, it should be fermented in a jar for a long time. The alcohol percentage of Makgeolli is around 4% to 6%, which is quite lower than other alcohol drinks.

 Now, it’s time to try Makgeolli and let us know your personal feeling!