Yeongilmanchingu Makgeolli
영일만친구 막걸리
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Taste and aroma
Silky · Lactic
Pair with
Korean pancakes (jeon) · fried chicken · kimchi
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Donghaemyeongju Brewery in Gyeongsangbuk-do adds agar (umumgasari) to their rice fermentation, creating a mouthfeel noticeably silkier than standard makgeolli. This is an unusual technique - most breweries rely purely on rice starch for body - and the result is a textural signature you can feel on the tongue as a slippery, almost gel-like coating. At 6% ABV, the sweetness leans approachable, aided by corn syrup (mulyeot) in the mix, and the fermentation is managed with refined enzymes and lactic acid for consistency. The aroma is gentle steamed rice with a subtle dairy note from the lactic component. First sip: that distinctive silkiness hits immediately, smoother than expected, followed by a familiar rice sweetness that sits in the middle without overpowering. The finish is clean and slightly tart, resetting quickly for food. Named 'Yeongilman Friend' after the coastal bay in Pohang, it carries a local identity rooted in seaside culture. Pair it with haemul jeon (seafood pancakes) - the silky texture contrasts the crispy batter - or with fresh raw fish (hoe) from Pohang's famous Jukdo Market, where the gentle sweetness complements soy-wasabi dips.
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Ingredients
Korean Rice, Malt Syrup, 우뭇가사리, Yeast, 조제 종국, Enzyme Preparation, Aspartame, Lactic Acid