Gyeryong Baegilju 40%

Description

Gyeryongbaekilju 40% is a 40% ABV botanical spirit from Chungcheongnam-do built on glutinous rice and white rice, then enriched with an ambitious set of native botanicals: wild chrysanthemum, omija, azalea, and pine needles. Each addition contributes a distinct aromatic layer, creating a spirit that unfolds sequentially rather than presenting a single note. The nose is immediately floral — chrysanthemum's honeyed, slightly bitter petal character leads, with omija's bright tartness and azalea's delicate sweetness close behind. Pine needles arrive last as a clean, resinous freshness. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, gently coating texture. The glutinous rice provides a soft, rounded base while the botanicals take turns across the palate. Chrysanthemum's bitter-sweet floral tone opens, followed by omija's five-flavor tartness at mid-palate, azalea's gentle sweetness, and finally pine needle's clean, bracing lift in the finish. The progression is remarkably distinct — each botanical gets its moment. The finish is long and layered, with pine freshness and chrysanthemum bitterness persisting in a pleasant interplay. At 600ml, serve neat at room temperature to fully experience the botanical sequence, alongside grilled meats or hanjeongsik where the aromatic complexity can match multiple courses.

Ingredients

Glutinous Rice, White Rice, Nuruk, 재래종국화꽃, Omija Berry, 진달래, 재래종 솔잎

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