Korean Traditional Drink

Udo Peanut Traditional Liquor

우도땅콩전통주

ABV 6%

Volume 750ml

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Description

Udo Peanut Traditional Liquor from Joeunsul Sejong Brewery in Chungcheongbuk-do bridges Korean rice fermentation with Jeju Island's peanut farming tradition. Udo island, just off Jeju's east coast, is noted for its distinctive peanuts - smaller and more intensely flavored than standard varieties. The rice provides the fermentation base and structural body at 6% ABV, while the Udo peanuts infuse a roasted, slightly savory character that makes this bottle genuinely distinct from grain-only traditional liquors. On the nose, toasted peanut shell and warm sesame sit above a mild grain sweetness. The first sip has a dual identity: the creamy rice texture arrives first, then the nutty flavor pushes through in the mid-palate with an almost peanut-butter-like richness. The finish is medium-length with a savory, roasted tail rather than a sweet one. This savory-leaning finish is what makes it exceptional for food pairing - it mirrors rather than contrasts the flavors of Korean banchan. Try it alongside grilled meat (galbi or samgyeopsal) where the peanut richness matches the fat, or with a spread of namul (seasoned vegetable side dishes) where the sesame-like quality creates harmony. Also works well with Korean-style popcorn chicken.