Iljichun
일지춘
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Taste and aroma
Clean · Smooth
Pair with
Korean full course (hanjeongsik) · grilled fish · steamed dishes
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Description
Iljichun is a 15% ABV cheongju from Nogeum Brewing in Gangwon-do, built on Cheorwon Odae rice - a cold-climate variety prized for clean, precise grain character - with a small addition of glutinous rice for textural roundness. Nuruk made from domestic wheat handles the fermentation, and the result is a cheongju that feels centered and defined: smooth, clean, and dry-leaning without thinness. The Cheorwon provenance matters here, as the mineral-rich Gangwon terroir gives the rice a crispness that translates directly into the final product. At 375ml, this is a contemplative pour intended for restrained Korean cuisine where the drink steps back and lets delicate food flavors stay in focus.
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- Nogeum Brewery
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- Gangwon (강원)
Ingredients
철원오대쌀(국내산), Glutinous Rice, Nuruk, Purified Water