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Gosorisul

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ABV 40%

Volume 500ml

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Taste and aroma

Smooth · Balanced

Pair with

raw fish (hoe) · Korean side dishes (banchan) · grilled meat

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Description

Gosorisul is a 40% ABV pot-distilled spirit from Jeju-do that combines white rice and millet through nuruk fermentation, producing a rounded, savory-leaning profile anchored in Jeju's traditional gosori distillation method. This is not a spirit that seeks to impress with flashy aromatics - its appeal lies in balance and an almost meditative consistency. The nose opens with warm, savory grain - a mix of steamed rice and toasted millet - with a subtle nuruk-derived funkiness and a clean mineral undertone from Jeju's volcanic water. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, rounded texture that wraps the grain flavors in a comfortable warmth. The millet adds a toasted, nutty dimension that white rice alone would not provide, while the rice contributes its familiar clean smoothness. Nuruk's umami influence threads quietly through the mid-palate, giving the spirit a savory depth that reads almost as broth-like. The finish is moderate and warming, with persistent grain savory character and a clean exit. The competition history spanning 2011-2013 top awards and a 2014 Find-a-Brewery designation reflect its standing. At 500ml, serve at room temperature alongside hoe where the clean profile frames seafood, or with banchan-heavy meals where the savory character mirrors the food.