Seoul Soju Tasting and Makgeolli Class: Discover the Intriguing World of Korean Spirits

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Discover the intriguing world of Korean spirits with our Seoul Soju Tasting and Makgeolli Class. Learn about the trends and tastes of Soju, Makgeolli, and cocktails in a fun and rewarding experience.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

346-35 - Soju is a distilled rice wine that has been cherished in Korean history for centuries. Unfortunately, its rich, savory taste is often overshadowed by the mass-produced green bottles and fruity flavors everyone knows.
Join us to debunk these myths and enjoy the real taste of Soju!
We’ll kick off with a tasting of premium Makgeolli from our…

What's Included

Craft Makgeolli experience at Baekusaeng Makgeolli brewery
Suitable for ages 20 to 80
Includes snacks

Meal Options

Light snack for tasting - Dried Korean Snacks to pair Soju and Makgeolli

Additional Information

Explore the Amazing World of Soju!

Participate in our Soju tasting event and uncover the delightful mysteries of this renowned spirit. Soju offers much more than many people know, and our engaging, interactive class will acquaint you with the newest trends and flavors influencing the Soju industry. It’s a delightful adventure for your palate—be sure to join in!

Location

346-35

Our location is at Mapo-gu Ahyeon-dong 346 at Ahyeon Market. Take exit 4, continue straight to Mega Coffee, turn left into the market, and look for the shop's logo there.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Carson_w

Dec 16, 2024

Joe was great. When the... - Joe was great. When the class started, we realized there was so much we didn’t know about Korean alcohol. We learned so much and Joe was great. I felt that after the class I was able to look at the Korean alcohol we usually have back home and compare to what we learned during our class.

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Nakaura_y

Dec 3, 2024

Makgeolli & Soju wasted! - Very informative and great presentation! Joe is amazing with educating us about foundation of Korean alcohol. So many options and tastings it definitely did not disappoint! Very cute space in the market pretty easy to navigate all and all a five rating experience!

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Brianjk4650od

Nov 26, 2024

Opened our eyes to the world of good Korean drinks. - Great experience. Very friendly brewer and sommelier. Had a great time. Sojus were a real eye-opener. Makgeolli was a million times better than store-bought. So good.

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Andysidaris

Nov 13, 2024

Great way to learn about Korean drinks - Had a bloody great time at Joe's brewery & bar. We learnt about the history of alcohol in Korea, a rundown of how it is made. Of course we also got to taste many different styles of makgeolli, soju, and even fruit wine as Joe was a very generous host. It's a great little spot, and I highly recommend the tasting and learning experience for anyone interested in local and traditional drinks.

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Ted_l

Oct 29, 2024

Excellent Makgeolli and Soju tasting class by Joe in Seoul Korea - An excellent experience (probably the best thing I have done in Seoul being a first timer in Korea). Joes is a great teacher, and he knows his Makgeolli and Soju. He speaks perfect English. My wife and friends learned so much about Makgeolli and Soju and can now tell the difference between good and not-so-good Makgeolli and Soju. My friend and I enjoyed the class so much that we went back the second day for his Makgeolli-making class that was another memorable experience! Highly recommended for anyone who wishes to learn more how to appreciate Makgeolli and Soju.

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Margaret_b

Jul 25, 2024

Fun, delicious, informative and entertaining. - We really enjoyed learning more about soju and makgeoli. It was interesting and a lot of fun. It was great to taste the different varieties and learn more about the process of making these drinks along with some historical and cultural information. I wish we had time to try making some makgeoli. Thanks Joe.

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Brenna_h

May 27, 2024

Great, unique tasting... - Great, unique tasting experience with a bit of history thrown in! This tasting was a lot of fun and very informative, too!

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Loren1977

May 15, 2024

Fun time for adults that like strong spirits - I took my 20-year-old daughter to Joe’s establishment, Baekusaeng Makgeolli. Joe was so informative about the history and process of making Makgeolli and Soju. Until then, we had no idea Soju came in varieties other than the classic green bottle, which we learned is considered diluted Soju. Nor had I ever heard of or tasted Makgeolli. Joe was so patient with our questions and graciously refilled the snack bowls. I highly recommend taking this tour.

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Gary_f

Mar 19, 2024

Awesome - Joe was excellent and very personable! The soju and Makgeolli was all very good. The small group made it more intimate and fun!

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Manda

Mar 7, 2024

Soju and Makgeolli tasting - This was a fantastic experience. Joe gave us a complete history of Soju and Makgeolli. The tastings were diverse and there is something for everyone. A great couple of hours. Highly recommended

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