Korean Soju

Organic Ido 42

유기농 이도 42

ABV 42%

Volume 375ml

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Description

Yuginong Ido 42 is a 42% ABV distilled soju from Chungcheongbuk-do, made entirely from 100% organic Korean rice. The commitment to organic sourcing sets this apart in a market where most craft soju uses conventionally grown grain - it represents a deliberate choice to prioritize ingredient purity at the foundation level. The distillation process transforms the rice into a spirit of remarkable clarity, where strength and smoothness coexist in a way that defies the ABV on the label. The nose is clean and understated - polished rice grain, a faint floral-yeast note, and a mineral-like purity. On the palate, the body is medium with a surprisingly silky texture for a 42% spirit. The rice character comes through as a soft, grain-sweet warmth rather than rough heat, and the finish extends with impressive length, carrying a gentle toasted-rice whisper. The spirit won the Grand Prize in the distilled-spirit category at the 2016 Korea Traditional Liquor Awards - the highest honor, confirming its standing as a benchmark craft soju. Bottled at 375ml. Serve neat at room temperature to appreciate the full grain complexity, or slightly chilled; pairs excellently with galbi (grilled short ribs) where the spirit cuts through rich fat, bossam (boiled pork wraps), and sashimi.