Upo Morning Brewery
우포의아침
A modern brewery in Changnyeong, Gyeongnam, featuring sparkling makgeolli and clear rice wines inspired by the Upo wetlands.
- Region
- Gyeongsangnam
- Address
- 경남 창녕군 대지면 대지농공단지길 40, (2공장) 경남 창원시 의창군 북면 천주로 1173번길29
- Website
- www.woopo.net
Products (4)
Korean Cheongju
Malgeunnaeil Upo
맑은내일 우포
Upouiachim Brewery in Gyeongsangnam-do introduces an unexpected duo — onion and corn starch — alongside domestic rice, yeast, and nuruk in this 12% cheongju. The onion doesn't read as savory on the nose; instead, it manifests as a subtle caramelized sweetness, almost like slow-roasted allium folded into grain warmth. Corn starch smooths the texture to a near-silky consistency. On the palate, the body is light and flowing, with a gentle umami undercurrent that distinguishes it from purely grain-driven cheongju. The finish is clean and quick, with a mineral whisper. The compact 325ml bottle makes it a focused pairing choice: try it with eomuk-tang (fish cake soup) where the broth's dashi-like depth echoes the drink's hidden umami, or alongside cheonggukjang whose pungent fermented soybean intensity needs a gentle, clean foil.
Caramelized onionSilky corn starchUmami undercurrent
eomuk-tang (fish cake soup)cheonggukjang (fermented soybean stew)
12% ABV325ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Malgeun Naeil Unam 1945
맑은내일 운암1945
Malkeunnaeil Unam 1945 is a 12% ABV fruit wine from Gyeongsangnam-do, fermented from a base of rice, nuruk, purified water, and enzyme preparations. The rice foundation gives this wine a clear, silky texture, while the fermentation profile introduces gentle fruity nuances that keep it interesting without becoming assertive. Unam 1945 moves with a mellow, understated sweetness and refined body that makes it easy to enjoy alongside light cheese pairings, simple appetizers, or uncomplicated dessert courses.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
12% ABV750ml
Korean Makgeolli
Malkeunnaeil Sparkling Makgeolli
맑은내일 스파클링 막걸리
Malkeunnaeil Sparkling Makgeolli is a 5% ABV carbonated makgeolli from Gyeongsangnam-do, where rice and nuruk fermentation meets lively effervescence for a modern, playful drinking experience. The carbonation lifts the classic creamy makgeolli body into lighter, more refreshing territory while preserving the grain-derived sweetness that defines the category. At just 5%, it is one of the most accessible makgeolli styles available, designed to pair with bold-flavored foods like jeon, fried chicken, and kimchi-based dishes.
CreamySweet
Korean pancakes (jeon)fried chicken
5% ABV750ml
Korean Traditional Drink
Joseon Jujosa
조선주조사
Joseon Jujosa is a 14% ABV traditional drink from Gyeongsangnam-do, produced by Upo-ui Achim Brewery using rice, ipguk (cultured rice koji), nuruk, distilled spirit, and purified water. The dual-fermentation approach — combining ipguk and nuruk — builds layered complexity that neither starter achieves alone, while a small addition of distilled spirit adjusts the final proof. At 700ml and 14%, it is positioned as a versatile table wine that prioritizes balance and harmony over any single dramatic flavor note.
SmoothBalanced
Korean side dishes (banchan)grilled meat
14% ABV700ml
