Jijangsu Hobak Makgeolli - Korean Makgeolli, Gangwon, 6% ABV, 550ml. Mineral-rich water, Silky mouthfeel, Gourd-like sweetness, Creamy nuruk grain
Korean Makgeolli

Jijangsu Hobak Makgeolli

지장수 호박막걸리

ABV 6%
Volume 550ml

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Taste and aroma

Mineral-rich water · Silky mouthfeel · Gourd-like sweetness · Creamy nuruk grain

Pair with

hobak-jeon (pumpkin pancake) · kimchi-jjigae (kimchi stew) · goguma-mattang (candied sweet potato)

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Description

Nakcheon Brewery in Gangwon-do brews this 6% makgeolli with jijangsu - a mineral-rich underground water filtered through yellow clay - which gives the mouthfeel a distinctly rounded, almost silky character before any grain flavor even registers. Rice, nuruk, and yeast build the familiar creamy core, while the 'hobak' (pumpkin) styling brings a mellow, gourd-like sweetness that is comforting rather than assertive. The 550ml format sits between single-serve and shared pouring. A 2014 Korea Woorisool Top Prize in pasteurized makgeolli confirms the technical precision. Serve at 6-8°C with hobak-jeon (pumpkin pancake) for thematic harmony, or with kimchi-jjigae where the silky body absorbs chili-sour heat.

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Brewery
Nakcheon
Region
Gangwon (강원)

Ingredients

Purified Water, Rice, Yeast, Nuruk, 과당 등

Awards

  • 2014 대한민국우리술품평회 최우수상 (살균막걸리 부문)

Food Pairings

hobak-jeon (pumpkin pancake)
kimchi-jjigae (kimchi stew)
goguma-mattang (candied sweet potato)
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