Daedaero Agricultural Cooperative
대대로영농조합법인
A traditional Jindo red liquor producer in Jeonnam, famous for Hongju (red wine) and Baekju (white liquor) varieties.
- Region
- Jeonnam
- Address
- 전남 진도군 군내면 둔전리 98
- Website
- www.e-hongju.co.kr
Products (4)
Korean Soju
Premium Hongju
명품홍주
Myeongpumhongju is a 38% ABV soju from Jeollanam-do that showcases jicho root (lithospermum erythrorhizon), a traditional Korean ingredient known for its deep red-purple pigment and subtle medicinal properties. Combined with rice, this spirit carries the distinctive crimson color and herbal depth that defines Jeonnam's hongju (red liquor) tradition. The nose opens with an earthy, root-forward aroma — dried herbs, a faint floral quality from the jicho, and underlying warm rice distillate. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, refined texture. The rice provides a clean, neutral backbone while the jicho root introduces its signature character: a subtle, dry bitterness with earthy medicinal undertones and a faint sweetness reminiscent of dried roots. The interplay between rice neutrality and jicho complexity gives the spirit its identity. The 38% strength is well-calibrated — assertive enough to carry the herbal character but smooth enough for extended sipping. The finish is long, gently warming, with persistent jicho earthiness and a clean, dry close. The 375ml bottle preserves tradition in a modern format. Serve neat at room temperature to appreciate the jicho character fully, alongside Korean herbal dishes, mushroom-based preparations, or smoked meats where the earthy profile resonates.
CleanSmooth
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
38% ABV375ml
Korean Soju
Jindo Hongju, Manhong
진도홍주, 만홍
Jindo Hongju Manhong is a 40% ABV distilled soju from Jeollanam-do whose striking red-violet color comes from jicho (Lithospermum erythrorhizon), a root traditionally used in both Korean medicine and natural dye. The jicho infusion adds an earthy, slightly bitter botanical quality beneath the color, giving the spirit a dimension that goes well beyond visual novelty. Crafted by Daedaero Brewery on Jindo Island, it has been served at major state events including the 2004 Blue House National Security Council dinner and the 2005 Korea-US friendship banquet. It was also selected as a 2015 'Visiting Brewery' (Chajaganeun Yangjojang), and received an encouragement award at the 2013 Korea Traditional Liquor Awards.
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Korean pancakes (jeon)raw fish (hoe)
★Awards
40% ABV400ml
Korean Cheongju
Jindo Hongju Arari 35%, Rubicon 40%
진도홍주 아라리35%, 루비콘40%
Jindohongju presents two distinct expressions of the same heritage: Arari at 35% ABV for a gentler approach, and Rubikon at 40% ABV for a bolder, more concentrated experience. Both draw their signature ruby-red hue naturally from jicho (Lithospermum erythrorhizon) root, a Korean botanical historically used in dyeing and medicine. Brewed with Jeollanam-do rice as the structural base, the spirit balances herbal spice with clean grain character. This lineage includes selection as a banquet spirit for the 2007 inter-Korean summit, and subsequent national awards have reinforced its standing.
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raw fish (hoe)Korean full course (hanjeongsik)
★Awards
35% ABV375ml
Korean Cheongju
Jindo Baekju Cheongju
진도 백주
Jindo Baekju is a 38% ABV clear rice spirit from Jeollanam-do, brewed with 100% Korean rice and distinguished by the addition of domestic jicho (Lithospermum erythrorhizon), a root historically used in Korean dyeing and herbal medicine. The jicho introduces a subtle herbal nuance — slightly sweet, slightly bitter, and faintly floral — that layers over the clean rice distillate base. The nose stays transparent, but the palate opens into layered warmth with an elegant, extended finish. Oligosaccharides and alanine in the formulation add a rounded sweetness and body. This is a spirit designed for slow, attentive sipping alongside refined Korean cuisine such as steamed seafood or full-course hanjeongsik.
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Korean full course (hanjeongsik)grilled fish
38% ABV375ml