Cheonbihyang Hwaju
천비향 화주
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Taste and aroma
Clean · Smooth
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Korean full course (hanjeongsik) · grilled fish · steamed dishes
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Cheonbihyang Hwaju is a 40% ABV cheongju-style spirit from Gyeonggi-do, made from domestic rice and nuruk. The hwaju (fire liquor) designation indicates this has been distilled to high proof, concentrating the fermented rice and nuruk character into a powerful, aromatic spirit. The simplicity of ingredients - just rice and nuruk - means the quality of fermentation and distillation must carry the entire result. The nose opens with intense rice concentration - toasted grain, warm rice porridge, and a complex nuruk-derived bouquet of dried herbs, wild flowers, and a hint of aged funkiness. On the palate, the body is medium-full with a rich, oily texture. The rice character is amplified and layered: warm grain sweetness that builds through toasted, caramelized, and honeyed stages. The nuruk adds remarkable depth - a complex, almost wine-like savory quality with umami undertones. At 40%, the alcohol is assertive but well-integrated, providing structure and carrying the aromatics. The finish is long, warming, and deeply satisfying, with persistent grain warmth and nuruk complexity fading into a clean, dry tail. The 375ml bottle demands respect. Serve neat at room temperature as a meditation spirit, alongside Korean temple cuisine, fermented side dishes like aged kimchi, or strong-flavored grilled meats.
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Ingredients
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