Hosanchun
호산춘
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Taste and aroma
Balanced · Piney
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Korean side dishes (banchan) · grilled meat
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Description
Hosanchun is an 18% ABV traditional spirit from Mungyeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, layering non-glutinous rice, glutinous rice, nuruk, and pine needles into a complex, deeply rooted flavor profile. The pine needles introduce a distinctive forest-fresh lift - resinous, green, and quietly aromatic - that sits over the grain base without overwhelming it. At 18%, the body carries impressive density and warmth, yet the pine's cooling effect prevents the spirit from feeling heavy or hot. Hosanchun holds designation as Gyeongsangbuk-do Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 18, a recognition that reflects centuries of accumulated brewing technique specific to the Mungyeong region. The dual-rice base provides both the chewy sweetness of glutinous rice and the clean structure of regular rice, creating a foundation sturdy enough to support the botanical overlay.
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Similar Drinks by Type or Region
- Brewery
- Mungyeong Hosanchun
- Region
- Gyeongsangbuk (경북)
Ingredients
Non-glutinous Rice, Glutinous Rice, 정재수, Nuruk, Pine Needles