Yeoncheon Uju
연천 우주
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Taste and aroma
Clean · Smooth
Pair with
grilled meat (galbi) · bossam · sashimi
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Yeoncheon Uju is a 22% ABV distilled soju from Gyeonggi-do, distinguished by the incorporation of locally grown Job's tears (yulmu) alongside Korean rice, nuruk, and yeast. Job's tears is a grain with deep roots in Korean traditional medicine and cuisine, valued for its mild nutty flavor and healthful associations. Adding it to the soju base creates a subtle but meaningful flavor distinction - a grainy, almost savory quality that sets this apart from standard rice-only soju. The nose opens with clean rice grain, a gentle nutty warmth from the yulmu, and a faint, pleasant earthiness. On the palate, the body is light-medium with a smooth, flowing texture. The 22% ABV makes it gentle and easy-drinking, ideal for long meals where you want steady, comfortable sipping. The yulmu contribution appears as a quiet savory undertone in the mid-palate, adding depth without heaviness. The finish is clean, moderate, and carries a subtle grain warmth. The specific use of Yeoncheon-grown yulmu anchors this soju to its place of origin with genuine regional identity. Bottled at 360ml. Serve slightly chilled at 10-14°C with bossam where the spirit's subtlety matches tender pork, sashimi, or alongside Korean stews for a harmonious grain-meets-grain pairing.
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- Yeoncheon Brewery Co.
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- Gyeonggi (경기)
Ingredients
Rice, Nuruk, Yeast, Enzyme, 연천율무, Purified Water