Korean Soju

Omaerak

오매락

ABV 40%

Volume 500ml

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Taste and aroma

Clean · Smooth

Pair with

grilled meat (galbi) · bossam · sashimi

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Description

Omaerak is a 40% ABV pear-based distillate from Gyeonggi-do that incorporates both maesil (green plum) and omae (roasted maesil), producing a spirit with genuine aromatic depth from its fruit components alone. The distinction between fresh and roasted plum is the key - maesil contributes a sharp, tangy fruit acidity while the roasted omae brings caramelized, darker tones that add weight and complexity. The nose opens with ripe pear and a bright maesil tartness, immediately layered with a deeper, almost molasses-like warmth from the omae. A hint of dried apricot bridges the two plum characters. On the palate, the body is medium with a smooth, slightly viscous texture. The pear distillate provides a neutral, round foundation while the dual plum elements play above it: maesil's clean acidity freshens the palate at entry, then omae's roasted sweetness fills the mid-section with caramel-like depth. The two never merge completely, maintaining a dynamic tension that keeps each sip interesting. The finish is moderately long with lingering plum tartness, a gentle roasted warmth, and a clean exit. At 500ml, this is a spirit for food-pairing experimentation. Best at room temperature alongside galbi or bossam where the plum acidity cuts through fat, or with sashimi where the fruit brightness plays a citrus-like role.