Munbaesul Heritage 40°

Description

Munbaesul Heritage 40 is a 40% ABV grain spirit from Gyeonggi-do that achieves something remarkable: a clear, pear-like aroma produced entirely from grain fermentation, without any fruit. The recipe uses millet, glutinous sorghum, and rice — a combination that, through nuruk fermentation and careful distillation, generates esters that mimic ripe Korean pear. This is Munbaesul's signature, and the Heritage 40 expression frames it with authority. The nose is unmistakable: a vivid pear fragrance — juicy, ripe, almost startlingly fruit-like — rising from what is purely a grain spirit. Beneath the pear sits a dry, mineral grain base and a whisper of nuruk funk. On the palate, the body is medium with a crisp, precise texture. The pear illusion continues, though the palate reveals the grain truth: there is a dry, slightly austere millet backbone, a chewy sorghum richness, and a clean rice smoothness. The mid-palate is focused and classical, with minimal sweetness. The finish is moderately long with persistent pear fragrance over a dry grain close. The Korea Food Master designation anchors its heritage. At 200ml, this is a concentrated experience. Serve neat at room temperature alongside grilled meats, bossam, or sashimi where the pear aroma adds an elegant aromatic layer.

Ingredients

메조, Glutinous Sorghum, Rice

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