Korean Makgeolli Food Master

Byeongyeongseolseong Fresh Makgeolli

병영설성 생막걸리

ABV 6%

Volume 750ml

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Taste and aroma

Living-culture · vibrant

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Korean pancakes (jeon) · fried chicken · kimchi

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Description

Byeongyeong Brewery in Jeollanam-do holds a Sikpum Myeongin (Food Master) designation - one of Korea's highest artisanal honors - and channels that expertise into this fresh, unpasteurized makgeolli using domestic rice, yeast, nuruk, and purified water. The 'Byeongyeong' in the name refers to the old garrison town (Byeongyeong-seong) in the Gangjin area, linking the brew to Jeollanam-do's deep military and cultural history. At 6% ABV, the fresh (saeng) style means the yeast and bacteria remain active in the bottle, creating a living product that evolves subtly over its shelf life. The aroma is lively - newly steamed rice, a bright yeasty lift, and a subtle tang from ongoing fermentation. The first sip is creamy and gently sweet, with a fine natural effervescence from the active cultures that machine-carbonated makgeolli cannot replicate. Midpalate, the nuruk's earthy character comes through as a grounding note beneath the sweetness. The finish is moderately clean with a lingering grain warmth. Compared to pasteurized or shelf-stable makgeolli, this has more textural energy and aromatic vibrancy. Pair it with Gangjin's local specialty, hanjeongsik (multi-course Korean meal), where its adaptable profile can shift from mild banchan to grilled fish to spicy stew without missing a beat.