Baesangmyeon Juga
배상면주가
Renowned traditional brewery in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, producing a vast array of makgeolli, soju, and fruit-infused liquors under the Slow Village brand.
- Region
- Gyeonggi
- Address
- 경기도 포천시 화현면 화현리 512
- Website
- www.soolsool.co.kr/
Products (19)
Korean Traditional Drink
Atti
아띠
Atti from Pearsangmyeon Brewing in Gyeonggi-do is as minimal as Korean fermented drinks get: the ingredient list shows only domestic rice, with no starter, sweetener, or additive named. This extreme minimalism suggests either a proprietary fermentation method or a label convention that groups the starter under the rice entry. Regardless, the result in the glass is a 6% pour with a quiet, polished character that lets rice quality speak without distraction. The aroma is soft, steamed short-grain rice with a faint floral lift that dissipates quickly. On the palate, the texture is smooth and medium-bodied — lighter than glutinous-rice styles but heavier than diluted commercial makgeolli. The sweetness is barely-there, registering more as grain warmth than actual sugar. The finish is notably dry and clean, almost water-like in how quickly it leaves the tongue. This dry, neutral profile makes Atti one of the best food-pairing drinks in its ABV range: it genuinely does not compete with anything on the table. It excels alongside delicate dishes that other makgeolli would overpower — steamed eggs (gyeranjjim), tofu drizzled with soy sauce, or cold acorn jelly (dotori-muk). Also pairs beautifully with sashimi-style raw fish where you do not want any sweetness interfering.
Bone-dry riceQuiet floral
Korean side dishes (banchan)grilled meat
6% ABV450ml
Korean Makgeolli
Simsul6 Makgeolli
심술6 막걸리
Pearsangmyeon Brewing in Gyeonggi-do uses domestic rice with ipguk (cultured rice koji) and dried yeast to create this compact 500ml makgeolli designed for weeknight convenience. The ipguk starter drives a cleaner, more predictable fermentation than traditional nuruk, yielding a profile that is soft and approachable with fewer wild-fermentation edges. The aroma is mild steamed rice with a hint of vanilla from the koji culture. On the palate, the body is medium-light and creamy, with sweetness that hits quickly but retreats into a tidy, dry-ish finish — partly shaped by artificial sweeteners (aspartame and acesulfame-K) that keep the calorie count manageable while maintaining perceived sweetness. At 6% ABV, it sits squarely in session territory: light enough for a solo dinner, sweet enough to handle gochujang heat. Compared to nuruk-driven makgeolli at the same strength, this reads more streamlined and less funky. Serve at 4-6°C with crispy kimchi-jeon where the mild sweetness balances fermented tang, or alongside tteokbokki as a cooling, creamy counterpart to the chili paste.
Mild koji vanillaLight steamed-rice aromaQuick sweet onset
Korean pancakes (jeon)fried chicken
6% ABV500ml
Korean Makgeolli
Neurinmaeul Makgeolli
느린마을 막걸리
Baesangmyeon Brewing in Gyeonggi-do — one of Korea's most commercially successful craft breweries — produces this 6% fresh makgeolli from rice, guk (starter culture), yeast, and purified water. The formula prioritizes silky consistency above all: each batch aims for the same smooth, easy-drinking profile that has won back-to-back recognition at national competitions (2014 Excellence Prize and 2017 Top Prize in the takju category). The aroma is gentle steamed rice with a mild lactic freshness from the live ferment. On the palate, the body is silk-textured and medium-light, with sweetness that feels calm and ambient rather than assertive — it does not demand attention but is always present. The finish is clean, with a brief grain echo and no lingering heaviness. At 6% ABV, this is designed for volume: it flows through meals, snacks, and conversation without interrupting any of them. Compared to bolder, higher-ABV offerings from the same producer (like Neurinmaeul Yakju or the distilled spirit), this is the gateway — the one you pour for guests who have never tried makgeolli. Also holds 2014 Chajaganeun Yangjojang designation. Serve chilled at 4-6°C with hoe (raw fish) where the silky body complements slippery sashimi texture, or with dakgangjeong (crispy sweet chicken) where the ambient sweetness harmonizes rather than clashes.
Silky rice consistencyMild lactic freshnessCalm ambient sweetness
raw fish (hoe)Korean pancakes (jeon)
★Awards
6% ABV750ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Simsul 10
심술 10
Simsul 10 is a sparkling fruit-style drink from Gyeonggi-do that leans into candied sweetness and aggressive carbonation at 10% ABV. The base mixes corn starch with fructose and white sugar, so expect a flavor profile closer to a hard soda than a traditional fermented brew — think green apple candy and cotton candy with a tart lactic acid backbone that keeps it from collapsing into pure sugar. The carbonation is injected rather than naturally produced, giving it a crisp, soda-like fizz that prickles sharply on the tongue. The finish is short and clean, with an artificial sweetener (acesulfame-K) echo that lingers just slightly. This is not a contemplative pour; it is a party drink, best served ice-cold at 3-5°C with dakgangjeong (crispy fried chicken bites), where the sweet glaze on both creates a playful mirror effect. It also works with tteokbokki, where carbonation cuts through the gochujang sauce's sticky heat.
Green apple candyCotton candy sweetnessSharp lactic tartness
dakgangjeong (crispy sweet fried chicken)tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)
10% ABV330ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Simsul 7
심술 7
The lighter sibling at 7% ABV, Simsul 7 dials down the alcohol but keeps the same sparkling candy-forward blueprint. Built on corn starch, fructose, and sugar with injected CO2, it tastes like fizzy melon soda crossed with a mild wine cooler — light-bodied, effervescent, and unabashedly sweet. The lactic acid edge is softer here than in the 10% version, making it smoother but also less interesting on its own. Where it excels is as a session drink at gatherings where nobody wants to think too hard about what they are drinking. Pour it over ice with hwachae-style fruit cubes for a DIY punch, or pair it straight with hotteok (sweet filled pancakes) for a dessert-course match where sugar meets sugar and nobody minds.
Melon sodaWine cooler lightnessSoft lactic tang
hotteok (sweet filled pancake)hwachae (fruit punch)
7% ABV330ml
Korean Cheongju
Dandelion Daepo
민들레대포
Mindeulredaepo (Dandelion Daepo) is a 13% ABV cheongju from Pearsangmyeon Brewing in Gyeonggi-do, made with rice, nuruk, and dandelion — an unusual botanical choice that gives this bottle a distinct herbal identity. The dandelion introduces a gentle, green bitterness that threads through the grain sweetness, preventing the palate from feeling flat. The nose opens with clean grain and a faint wild-herb note, grassy and slightly medicinal. On the palate, the body is medium-light and polished, with the dandelion's herbaceous quality emerging mid-sip and carrying through a moderately long, dry finish with a pleasant bitter tail. Winner of the 2011 Korea Traditional Liquor Awards Grand Prize (yakju/cheongju) and 2008 SWSC Bronze. Designated a 2014 Visiting Brewery. Serve at 10-12°C with namul platter where the herbal drink and seasoned wild greens share botanical kinship, or alongside gwangeo-hoe where the green bitterness provides a refreshing counterpoint to the fish's richness.
CleanSmooth
raw fish (hoe)Korean full course (hanjeongsik)
★Awards
13% ABV330ml
Korean Cheongju
Simsul Alssu
심술 알쓰
Simsul Alssu is a 3.8% ABV cheongju from Pearsangmyeon Brewing in Gyeonggi-do, infused with bokbunja (Korean black raspberry) to add a subtle berry accent over a clean rice base. At just 3.8%, this is one of the lowest-alcohol traditional Korean rice wines available, designed for effortless, all-day drinkability. The nose is gentle and inviting, with polished rice and a faint berry sweetness from the bokbunja, barely there but enough to distinguish it from plain cheongju. On the palate, the body is ultra-light with a smooth, water-like flow that makes it dangerously easy to pour glass after glass. The rice backbone is clean and neutral, and the bokbunja adds a whisper of berry warmth to the midpalate — never dominant, just a soft color in the background. The finish is short, clean, and refreshing. The 180ml single-serving format is ideal for a quick accompaniment to a meal. Serve chilled at 5-8°C with grilled fish where the light body complements without competing, alongside steamed dishes where the gentle flavors create harmony, or within a full hanjeongsik spread where its quiet presence ties delicate courses together.
CleanSmooth
Korean full course (hanjeongsik)grilled fish
3.8% ABV180ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Black Raspberryeum
복분자음
Black Raspberryeum is a 12% ABV bokbunja fruit wine from Pear Sangmyeon Brewing in Gyeonggi-do, made with domestically grown black raspberries and purified water. The minimalist ingredient list — just fruit and water — signals a purist approach that lets the bokbunja speak for itself. The nose is intense and focused: deep black-raspberry, cassis, and a slightly earthy undertone that hints at the wild berry's natural character. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, coating texture that carries concentrated berry flavors across the full palate width. The sweetness is generous but structured by the bokbunja's inherent tartness, creating a balanced push-and-pull that keeps each sip engaging. The fruit depth is impressive for a 375ml bottle — every drop feels purposeful and concentrated. The finish is moderately long, with berry warmth and a pleasant tannic dryness. The wine's competition record validates the quality: Grand Prize in the fruit wine category at the 2017 Korea Traditional Liquor Awards and Top Excellence in 2014. Serve at 9-12°C with raw fish (hoe) where the berry concentration provides unexpected harmony with clean seafood, with aged cheese where the tannins interact, or with light appetizers where the wine's intensity can lead the pairing.
FruitySweet
raw fish (hoe)cheese
★Awards
12% ABV375ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Bingtanbok
빙탄복
Bingtanbok is a 7% ABV bokbunja (Korean black raspberry) fruit wine from Pear Sangmyeon Brewing in Gyeonggi-do, made from domestically grown black raspberries. The name evokes icy refreshment (bing = ice, tanbok suggests blessed enjoyment), and the wine delivers exactly that — a cold-weather-friendly, low-ABV bokbunja experience designed for easy drinking. The nose is bright and berry-cheerful, with fresh bokbunja, a hint of cranberry, and a light candy sweetness. On the palate, the body is light with a crisp, almost slushie-like quality when served very cold. The bokbunja flavor is present and recognizable — that signature dark-berry sweetness with an earthy undertone — but dialed down to a gentle hum rather than full-volume concentration. The 7% ABV keeps things breezy, and there is just enough fruit acid to maintain a refreshing edge. The finish is short and clean, practically resetting the palate for another sip. The 370ml bottle is a comfortable single-serving size. Serve very cold at 4-7°C with soft cheese and crackers as an easy afternoon pairing, alongside desserts like berry cheesecake or panna cotta where the bokbunja resonance enhances the course, or on its own as a chilled summer refresher when you want bokbunja character without the weight of higher-proof versions.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
7% ABV370ml
Korean Soju
Persimmon Arak 25
감아락 25
Persimmonarak 25 (Gamarak 25) is a 25% ABV spirit from Gyeonggi-do, crafted from domestic rice blended with persimmon distillate. The dual-base approach gives this spirit a layered personality — rice providing the familiar warm grain foundation, persimmon distillate adding an orchard-fruit aromatic layer that lifts the profile beyond standard soju. The name references arak, the broad family of anise-less distilled spirits across Asia, situating this bottle in an artisanal tradition. The nose opens with dried persimmon, warm rice grain, a gentle honey sweetness, and a subtle autumn-leaf earthiness. On the palate, the body is light-medium with a smooth, balanced texture. The rice and persimmon work in tandem — the grain offers warmth and structure, the persimmon contributes a honeyed fruit sweetness with a delicate tannic edge from the fruit's skin character. The integration is clean, neither ingredient overwhelming the other. The mid-palate has a pleasant warmth and a faint spice quality. The finish is moderate, clean, and gently sweet with a persistent dried-fruit echo. The 500ml bottle is practical for regular enjoyment. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled, alongside Korean autumn dishes like japchae, with mild cheese platters, or as a gentle evening spirit that bridges grain and fruit character.
CleanSmooth
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
25% ABV500ml
Korean Makgeolli
Neurinmaeul Soju 21
느린마을소주21
Neurinmaeul Soju 21 (Slow Village Soju) is a 21% ABV distilled spirit from Gyeonggi-do, made with rice, purified water, ipguk (rice koji), enzyme preparation, and dried yeast. Despite some database classifications under makgeolli, this is a clear distilled spirit built on the Neurinmaeul (Slow Village) philosophy of unhurried, quality-focused brewing. At 21%, it targets the approachable end of the soju spectrum while maintaining the depth that traditional methods can deliver. The nose opens with clean steamed rice, a soft yeast-bread sweetness, and a delicate floral quality from the ipguk fermentation. On the palate, the body is light with a remarkably smooth, polished texture — the kind of refinement that comes from careful distillation and attentive water blending. The rice character is gentle and comforting, with a clean grain sweetness that feels pure and unadorned. The ipguk and enzyme contribute to a well-controlled fermentation that keeps the profile tidy without sacrificing character. The finish is moderate, clean, and softly warming, with a pleasant rice-grain whisper. The 375ml bottle is well-sized for dinner service. Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature with a wide range of Korean dishes — from simple egg dishes and tofu preparations to moderately seasoned stews, or as a gentle table spirit that enhances rather than dominates the meal.
CreamySweet
Korean pancakes (jeon)fried chicken
21% ABV375ml
Korean Soju
Black Raspberryarak40
복분자아락40
Black Raspberry Arak 40 is a 40% ABV spirit from Gyeonggi-do, distilled from Korean bokbunja (black raspberry) base liquid. Bokbunja holds a special place in Korean drinking culture — traditionally associated with vitality and health — and distilling it into a high-proof spirit concentrates those distinctive dark-berry characteristics. The nose is rich and immediately identifiable: dark raspberry, blackberry jam, a subtle earthy undertone, and a faint floral lift. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, slightly grippy texture from residual tannins. The bokbunja character is assertive — deep berry darkness, a concentrated tartness, and a wild-fruit quality that distinguishes it from cultivated berry flavors. The 40% proof provides structure and warmth while allowing the fruit's natural acidity to remain prominent. A subtle woody dryness emerges in the mid-palate, adding complexity. The finish is long and warming, with persistent dark-berry sweetness, a tannic grip, and a clean, dry tail. The 500ml bottle is generous for a fruit spirit. Serve neat at room temperature for full aromatic impact, or slightly chilled alongside dark chocolate, berry-based desserts, or rich game meats where the wild-fruit character finds natural affinity.
CleanSmooth
raw fish (hoe)grilled meat (galbi)
★Awards
40% ABV500ml
Korean Soju
Odi Arak 40
오디아락40
Mulberry Arak 40 is a 40% ABV spirit from Gyeonggi-do, distilled from mulberry (odi) base liquid. Mulberry occupies a nostalgic space in Korean food culture — the deep purple fruit once foraged from neighborhood trees — and distilling it yields a spirit with distinctive character. The nose opens with dark mulberry fruit, a subtle jam-like sweetness, and an earthy, slightly woody undertone that reflects the fruit's rustic origins. On the palate, the body is medium with a clean, dry texture that surprises given the fruit's natural sweetness. The mulberry character shows as a contained, wine-like fruitiness — less overtly sweet than expected, more tannic and structured. There is a pleasant astringency from mulberry's natural tannins that gives the spirit grip and backbone. The mid-palate reveals a warm, berry-skin bitterness and a faint earthy quality. The finish is moderately long with persistent berry warmth, dry tannins, and a clean close. The 500ml bottle offers ample room for exploration. Serve neat at room temperature, alongside aged cheeses where the tannic structure finds kinship, with dark chocolate, or with Korean-style braised dishes like jangjorim where the earthy fruitiness complements soy-based seasoning.
CleanSmooth
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
40% ABV500ml
Korean Soju
Neurinmaeul Distilled Spirit
느린마을 증류주
Neurinmaeul Distilled Spirit is a 16.9% ABV soju from Gyeonggi-do, made from domestic rice. At under 17%, this is one of the gentlest distilled sojus on the market, proving that low proof need not mean low identity. The Neurinmaeul (Slow Village) name signals the philosophy: unhurried brewing that prioritizes character over strength. The nose is subtle and clean — gentle steamed rice, a faint yeasty note, and a delicate floral quality that floats rather than asserts. On the palate, the body is light with an almost water-like transparency, yet the rice character comes through clearly: a soft, clean grain sweetness, polished and refined, with none of the harsh edges that plague low-quality diluted sojus. There is a barely perceptible umami depth and a gentle warmth that reminds you this is, indeed, a distilled spirit. The texture is smooth and effortless. The finish is short and clean, with a whisper of rice sweetness that disappears without lingering. The 360ml bottle is an everyday companion. Serve chilled or at room temperature with virtually any Korean meal — its gentleness makes it universally compatible, from fried foods to fresh salads to delicate soups.
CleanSmooth
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
16.9% ABV360ml
Korean Soju
Omaerak
오매락
Omaerak is a 40% ABV pear-based distillate from Gyeonggi-do that incorporates both maesil (green plum) and omae (roasted maesil), producing a spirit with genuine aromatic depth from its fruit components alone. The distinction between fresh and roasted plum is the key — maesil contributes a sharp, tangy fruit acidity while the roasted omae brings caramelized, darker tones that add weight and complexity. The nose opens with ripe pear and a bright maesil tartness, immediately layered with a deeper, almost molasses-like warmth from the omae. A hint of dried apricot bridges the two plum characters. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, slightly viscous texture. The pear distillate provides a neutral, round foundation while the dual plum elements play above it: maesil's clean acidity freshens the palate at entry, then omae's roasted sweetness fills the mid-section with caramel-like depth. The two never merge completely, maintaining a dynamic tension that keeps each sip interesting. The finish is moderately long with lingering plum tartness, a gentle roasted warmth, and a clean exit. At 500ml, this is a spirit for food-pairing experimentation. Best at room temperature alongside galbi or bossam where the plum acidity cuts through fat, or with sashimi where the fruit brightness plays a citrus-like role.
CleanSmooth
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
40% ABV500ml
Korean Soju
Omaerak Puck
오매락퍽
Omaerakpeok is a 40% ABV soju distilled entirely from Korean pear spirit, giving it a fruit-forward nose that sets it apart from grain-only distillates. The pear base produces a bright, almost floral opening, followed by a silky mid-palate that belies its high proof. The finish is clean and polished rather than burning, making it a surprisingly approachable 40% sip. Commendation honors at the 2012 and 2014 Korea Traditional Liquor Quality Awards validated the quality of its pear-based distillation approach.
CleanSmooth
raw fish (hoe)grilled meat (galbi)
★Awards
40% ABV500ml
Korean Cheongju
Neurinmaeul Yakju
느린마을 약주
Neurinmaeul Yakju is a 12% ABV refined rice wine from Gyeonggi-do, produced by the well-known Baesangmyeon Juga brewery. The base uses domestic rice and wheat-based nuruk, supplemented with fructose, sugar, lactic acid, and dried yeast for a smooth, clear drinking experience with calm depth. The brewery earned a 2014 "Chajaganeun Yangjojang" (Outstanding Visiting Brewery) designation, reflecting decades of steady craftsmanship. The 700ml bottle is composed enough for formal Korean meal settings, especially steamed dishes and lightly seasoned fare.
CleanSmooth
Korean full course (hanjeongsik)grilled fish
12% ABV700ml
Korean Makgeolli
Onggi Makgeolli
옹기 막걸리
Onggi Makgeolli is a 7% ABV makgeolli from Gyeonggi-do, produced by Baesangmyeon Juga in a generous 1,980ml bottle built for group drinking. The base of domestic rice flour fermented with active dried yeast and grain-derived enzymes produces a creamy, approachable body with gentle sweetness. White sugar and citric acid fine-tune the flavor balance, while the large format and moderate proof position this as a daily-table makgeolli rather than a craft sipping bottle. Baesangmyeon Juga is one of Korea's most established brewing houses, known for consistent, widely distributed traditional alcohol products.
CreamySweet
Korean pancakes (jeon)fried chicken
7% ABV1980ml
Korean Traditional Drink
Ripe Persimmon
홍시
Hongsi (Ripe Persimmon) is a 12% ABV fruit-based drink from Gyeonggi-do, produced by Baesangmyeon Juga with 30.8% domestic ripe persimmon (hongsi) content. The high fruit ratio gives each sip an immediate, rounded autumn-fruit depth — the honeyed sweetness and silky texture characteristic of fully ripened Korean persimmon. High-fructose corn syrup, spirits, and sugar supplement the base, while malic acid provides the counterbalancing acidity that prevents the sweetness from becoming cloying. At 700ml and 12%, it sits between a fruit wine and a liqueur, making it versatile as a standalone dessert drink or as a food pairing partner.
SmoothBalanced
Korean side dishes (banchan)grilled meat
12% ABV700ml