The Han Liquor
더한주류
A Seoul-based plum liquor producer offering traditional and premium maesil-based drinks with modern twists.
- Region
- Seoul
- Address
- 서울시 은평구 증산로7길 28-13
Products (7)
Korean Fruit Wine
Cheonmae
천매
Cheonmae is a 30% ABV maesil (green plum) spirit produced in Seoul, positioning it firmly in liqueur-to-spirit territory rather than light fruit wine. Korean green plums are prized for their intensely aromatic, tart-sweet character, and at this concentration the fruit's essence is amplified into something almost perfume-like. The nose is immediately striking — candied plum, almond extract, and a deep honey-amber sweetness wrapped in warming alcohol. On the palate, the body is full with a viscous, coating texture that clings to the mouth. The plum sweetness is rich and layered, revealing dried apricot, caramelized sugar, and a subtle bitter-almond note that adds sophistication. Despite the 30% ABV, the spirit maintains remarkable composure — the alcohol integrates with the fruit density rather than overwhelming it. The finish is long and warming, with persistent plum stone and a clean, aromatic tail. The 600ml bottle is generous for a high-proof specialty spirit. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled in small pours, alongside aged cheese where the concentrated sweetness counters saltiness, with buttery pastries or almond desserts, or as a standalone digestif to close a meal.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
30% ABV600ml
Korean Soju
Myeongrang Skull
명랑 스컬
Myeongrang Seukeol is a 17% ABV soju from Seoul that takes a playful, layered approach: plum distillate is combined with honey, glucose, juniper berry, and purified water. The result sits at the intersection of traditional Korean maesil spirits and Western-influenced botanical blending. At 17%, this is an accessible, aperitif-weight spirit designed for easy drinking rather than contemplation. The nose is immediately inviting — ripe plum, floral honey sweetness, and a juniper berry lift that adds an unexpected gin-like dimension. On the palate, the body is light with a smooth, slightly sweet texture. The plum distillate provides the foundation: tart stone-fruit character with the depth that comes from distillation rather than simple maceration. Honey rounds out the edges with a gentle, natural sweetness, while glucose ensures the texture remains soft. The juniper berry is a clever addition, introducing a resinous, piney brightness that prevents the sweetness from becoming one-dimensional. The finish is short and clean, with lingering plum tartness and a faint juniper echo. The 375ml bottle is casual and session-friendly. Serve well-chilled as a summer aperitif, with fried Korean street food like tteok-bokki or fried chicken, or as a base for simple cocktails with tonic water.
HoneyClean
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
17% ABV375ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Wonmae
원매
Wonmae is a 20% ABV fruit wine from Seoul built on plum base wine, plum syrup, honey, caramel, enzyme-treated stevia, and purified water. This is a blended, sweetened maesil (plum) wine that prioritizes accessibility and dessert-like appeal over austerity. The ingredient list signals a product designed for sweetness lovers. The nose is rich and inviting — ripe plum, floral honey, a warm caramel note, and the unmistakable tart-sweet character of Korean maesil. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, lightly syrupy texture. The plum base wine provides genuine stone-fruit depth — tart, slightly tannic, and complex — while the plum syrup and honey amplify the sweetness into dessert territory. The caramel adds a warm, toasted undertone. The stevia provides additional sweetness without heavy body, keeping the wine from becoming overly cloying. A pleasant plum acidity persists throughout, acting as essential counterbalance to the sweetness. The finish is moderate and sweet, with lingering plum tartness and honey warmth. The generous 750ml bottle suits sharing. Serve well-chilled at 6-8°C as a dessert wine, with fruit-based Korean desserts like hwachae, mild cheeses, or on its own as an after-dinner treat.
HoneyFruity
cheeselight appetizers
20% ABV750ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Wonmae
원매
Wonmae is a 15% ABV plum liqueur crafted in Seoul by Deohan Juryu, layering maesil (plum) base extract with plum syrup, honey, a touch of caramel coloring, and enzyme-treated stevia for controlled sweetness. The double plum source — raw extract and concentrated syrup — creates a more dimensional plum character than single-source plum wines, with both the tart green-plum edge and the softer, cooked-fruit sweetness present simultaneously. The honey rounds out the mid-palate while stevia extends perceived sweetness without adding heaviness, resulting in a fruit liqueur that finishes cleaner than its generous flavor profile suggests. The 750ml bottle positions it for sharing across a multi-course meal or dessert spread.
HoneyFruity
cheeselight appetizers
15% ABV750ml
Korean Soju
Night of Seoul
서울의 밤
Night of Seoul is a 25% ABV spirit crafted in Seoul by Deohan Juryu from a maesil (plum) distillate base, enriched with honey and juniper berry (noganji namu yeolmae). The juniper addition draws an unexpected parallel to gin's botanical framework while maintaining a distinctly Korean identity through the plum distillate foundation. The result is a spirit that opens with bright, piney juniper top notes, transitions through a plum-honey mid-palate, and finishes with clean warmth. At 25%, it is approachable enough for cocktail experimentation while retaining enough character for neat sipping.
HoneyClean
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
25% ABV375ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Plum Wonju Heoni
매실원주 허니
Plum Wonju Heoni is a 13% ABV fruit wine crafted in Seoul from an 80:20 blend of Korean yellow plum (hwangmae) and green plum (cheongmae). The yellow plum contributes ripe stone-fruit sweetness and a honeyed texture, while the green plum provides a bright acidic counterpoint that keeps the palate clean. The result is a well-balanced fruit wine that tastes more layered than most single-varietal plum drinks. Gold medals at Monde Selection and a grand prize at the Korea Traditional Liquor Awards confirm its polished execution.
FruitySweet
raw fish (hoe)cheese
★Awards
13% ABV300ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Wonmae Premium
원매 프리미엄
Wonmae Premium is a 20% ABV fruit wine from Seoul made exclusively with Korean yellow maesil (yellow plum). The higher alcohol level places it between a typical fruit wine and a dessert-style digestif, creating a drinking experience with both lush stone-fruit sweetness and structural backbone. The yellow plum character comes through as ripe apricot-like aroma and honeyed viscosity without ever tipping into syrupy excess. Its versatility spans from cheese courses through fruit tarts and light after-dinner sweets.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
20% ABV700ml
