Mowol In

Description

Mowol In is a 41% ABV distilled spirit from Gangwon-do, built from domestic rice, purified water, and wheat nuruk. The use of wheat nuruk rather than the more common rice nuruk shifts the fermentation character — wheat nuruk tends to produce a slightly earthier, more aromatic base with different ester profiles than rice-based starters. At 41%, this is a serious spirit that rewards attention. The nose opens with warm toasted grain, a distinctive wheat-bread quality from the nuruk, a subtle honey note, and a clean earthiness. On the palate, the body is medium-full with a smooth, slightly viscous texture. The rice provides a familiar warm, sweet backbone, while the wheat nuruk introduces its own personality — an aromatic, slightly yeasty depth with more complexity than standard ipguk fermentation would deliver. There is a pleasant savory quality in the mid-palate that adds dimension. The alcohol integrates well, providing warmth without harsh edges. The finish is long and warming, with persistent grain sweetness and a clean, earthy close. The 500ml bottle suits focused drinking occasions. Serve neat at room temperature with hearty Korean fare like braised short ribs (galbi-jjim), alongside fermented accompaniments, or with roasted root vegetables where the spirit's earthy wheat-nuruk character finds complementary flavors.

Ingredients

Korean Rice, Purified Water, Wheat Nuruk

Tasting Notes

Awards

• ★2020 우리술 품평회 증류주 대통령상

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