Korean Soju

Myeongrang Skull

명랑 스컬

ABV 17%

Volume 375ml

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Taste and aroma

Honey · Clean

Pair with

grilled meat (galbi) · bossam · sashimi

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Description

Myeongrang Seukeol is a 17% ABV soju from Seoul that takes a playful, layered approach: plum distillate is combined with honey, glucose, juniper berry, and purified water. The result sits at the intersection of traditional Korean maesil spirits and Western-influenced botanical blending. At 17%, this is an accessible, aperitif-weight spirit designed for easy drinking rather than contemplation. The nose is immediately inviting - ripe plum, floral honey sweetness, and a juniper berry lift that adds an unexpected gin-like dimension. On the palate, the body is light with a smooth, slightly sweet texture. The plum distillate provides the foundation: tart stone-fruit character with the depth that comes from distillation rather than simple maceration. Honey rounds out the edges with a gentle, natural sweetness, while glucose ensures the texture remains soft. The juniper berry is a clever addition, introducing a resinous, piney brightness that prevents the sweetness from becoming one-dimensional. The finish is short and clean, with lingering plum tartness and a faint juniper echo. The 375ml bottle is casual and session-friendly. Serve well-chilled as a summer aperitif, with fried Korean street food like tteok-bokki or fried chicken, or as a base for simple cocktails with tonic water.