Bangmunju Takju - Korean Makgeolli, Jeonbuk, 15% ABV, 500ml. Toasted mochi aroma, Custard-like body, Warm cinnamon-spiced finish, Honey rice cake sweetness, Dried persimmon undertone
Korean Makgeolli

Bangmunju Takju

방문주 탁주

ABV 15%
Volume 500ml

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Taste and aroma

Toasted mochi aroma · Custard-like body · Warm cinnamon-spiced finish · Honey rice cake sweetness · Dried persimmon undertone

Pair with

braised galbi-jjim with chestnuts · slow-simmered doenjang-jjigae · pan-fried kimchi mandu

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Description

K-Soju in Jeonju crafts this 15% takju from domestic glutinous rice, nuruk, and purified water - a stripped-back recipe that lets rice fermentation do all the talking. The aroma opens with toasted mochi and honey-drizzled rice cake, followed by a velvety, almost custard-like mouthfeel that coats every corner of the palate. Despite the high ABV, there is no sharp burn; instead, warm grain sweetness rolls through a long, gently spiced finish with a whisper of cinnamon and dried persimmon. Serve lightly chilled at 10-14°C to let the glutinous rice depth shine without muting the nuance. Exceptional alongside braised galbi-jjim where the fat-cutting warmth is welcome, or slow-cooked doenjang-jjigae for a satisfying umami echo.

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Brewery
K-Soju
Region
Jeonbuk (전북)

Ingredients

Korean Glutinous Rice, Nuruk, Purified Water

Food Pairings

braised galbi-jjim with chestnuts
slow-simmered doenjang-jjigae
pan-fried kimchi mandu
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