Maju Sogok Hwaju

Description

Maju Sogokhwaju is a 41% ABV distilled spirit from Chungcheongnam-do, crafted from a remarkably diverse ingredient list: domestic glutinous rice, white rice, mosil leaves (mosinnip), wheat nuruk, purified water, and yeast. Few Korean spirits layer this many components, and the result is a flavor profile of unusual depth and herbal sophistication. Sogokhwaju is a traditional style with historical roots, and the mosil leaf addition is a signature element that links this bottle to Korea's long tradition of infusing spirits with local botanicals. The nose opens with fragrant herbal notes — dried mosil leaf, a subtle green-vegetal freshness — layered over warm grain sweetness from the dual-rice base. On the palate, the body is medium-full with a rounded, coating texture. The glutinous rice provides a characteristic chewiness and sweetness, while the white rice contributes a cleaner grain structure. The mosil leaf imparts a distinctive herbal layer — slightly bitter, earthy, and aromatic — that gives the spirit a contemplative quality. Wheat nuruk adds its own earthy, tangy fermentation depth. The finish is long and warming, with herbal and grain notes intertwining through a dry, clean close. The 500ml bottle suits deliberate sipping. Serve neat at room temperature with Korean medicinal herb cuisine (boyangshik), alongside hearty soups like samgyetang, or with aged cheese where the herbal complexity adds an unexpected dimension.

Ingredients

Korean Glutinous Rice, Korean White Rice, 모싯잎, 우리밀 누룩, Purified Water, Yeast

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