Korea Wild Ginseng
한국산삼
A wild ginseng liquor producer in Gongju, Chungnam, crafting premium spirits with Gyeryongsan mountain ginseng.
- Region
- Seoul
- Address
- 충남 공주시 계룡면 여서울2길 9
Products (2)
Korean Traditional Drink
Gyeryongsan Wild Ginsengju Geumsugangsan 21%
계룡산 산삼주 금수강산 21%
Geumsugangsan 21% is a cultivated wild ginseng (sanyang-sansam) spirit from Seoul, bottled at 21% ABV with purified water and neutral alcohol as the base. Cultivated wild ginseng occupies a prestigious tier in Korean herbal culture — grown in mountain conditions that mimic wild growth, producing roots with more complex aromatic profiles than farm-raised ginseng. At 21%, this expression prioritizes the ginseng's delicate aromatic nuances over alcoholic intensity. The nose is distinctly ginseng-forward — earthy, woody, with the characteristic sweet-bitter duality of quality ginseng root, a faint forest-floor mustiness, and clean mineral undertones. On the palate, the body is light-medium with a smooth, gentle texture. The ginseng character unfolds gradually: initial earthy sweetness, then a woody bitterness, followed by a warm, almost peppery quality that builds slowly. The neutral spirit base stays deliberately in the background, serving as vehicle rather than contributor. There is a subtle medicinal warmth that spreads through the palate. The finish is moderate, with lingering ginseng earthiness and a clean, slightly bitter close. The large 740ml bottle is designed for regular consumption as a health-oriented drink. Serve at room temperature in small portions, alongside Korean herbal soups, medicinal cuisine, or as a standalone health ritual.
SmoothBalanced
Korean side dishes (banchan)grilled meat
21% ABV740ml
Korean Traditional Drink
Gyeryongsan Wild Ginsengju Geumsugangsan 40%
계룡산 산삼주 금수강산 40%
Geumsugangsan 40% is the full-strength expression of the cultivated wild ginseng spirit from Seoul, doubling the proof of its 21% sibling. At 40% ABV, the ginseng character is significantly more concentrated and intense — this is no longer a gentle health tonic but a serious spirit that demands the same respect as any premium distillate. The same cultivated wild ginseng root, purified water, and neutral alcohol base are used, but the higher proof extracts and preserves a deeper spectrum of the root's aromatic compounds. The nose is powerful — concentrated ginseng earthiness, a pronounced woody bitterness, dried root sweetness, and a warm, almost resinous quality that the 21% version only hints at. On the palate, the body is medium-full with a smooth, slightly oily texture. The ginseng character is commanding: deep earthy bitterness, a rich woody-sweet complexity, and a peppery spice that builds assertively. The higher proof gives the spirit structure and gravitas, carrying the ginseng's nuances with greater definition. The medicinal warmth is more pronounced, spreading through the chest. The finish is long and deeply warming, with persistent ginseng bitterness, woody sweetness, and a dry, mineral tail. The 740ml bottle invites slow, measured enjoyment. Serve neat in small portions at room temperature, alongside rich herbal preparations, strong-flavored Korean dishes like bossam, or as a meditative after-dinner spirit.
SmoothBalanced
Korean side dishes (banchan)grilled meat
40% ABV740ml
