Gyeryongsan Wild Ginsengju Geumsugangsan 21% - Korean Traditional Drink, Seoul, 21% ABV, 740ml. Smooth, Balanced
Korean Traditional Drink

Gyeryongsan Wild Ginsengju Geumsugangsan 21%

계룡산 산삼주 금수강산 21%

ABV 21%
Volume 740ml

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Taste and aroma

Smooth · Balanced

Pair with

Korean side dishes (banchan) · grilled meat

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Description

Geumsugangsan 21% is a cultivated wild ginseng (sanyang-sansam) spirit from Seoul, bottled at 21% ABV with purified water and neutral alcohol as the base. Cultivated wild ginseng occupies a prestigious tier in Korean herbal culture - grown in mountain conditions that mimic wild growth, producing roots with more complex aromatic profiles than farm-raised ginseng. At 21%, this expression prioritizes the ginseng's delicate aromatic nuances over alcoholic intensity. The nose is distinctly ginseng-forward - earthy, woody, with the characteristic sweet-bitter duality of quality ginseng root, a faint forest-floor mustiness, and clean mineral undertones. On the palate, the body is light-medium with a smooth, gentle texture. The ginseng character unfolds gradually: initial earthy sweetness, then a woody bitterness, followed by a warm, almost peppery quality that builds slowly. The neutral spirit base stays deliberately in the background, serving as vehicle rather than contributor. There is a subtle medicinal warmth that spreads through the palate. The finish is moderate, with lingering ginseng earthiness and a clean, slightly bitter close. The large 740ml bottle is designed for regular consumption as a health-oriented drink. Serve at room temperature in small portions, alongside Korean herbal soups, medicinal cuisine, or as a standalone health ritual.

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Region
Seoul (서울)

Ingredients

Wild Ginseng, Purified Water, Distilled Alcohol

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