Seoul Bukchon Traditional Korean Liquor Tasting with a Brew Expert - Makgeolli, Yakju, Takju and Soju

Taste traditional Korean liquor with a brewing expert
in Bukchon for 3 hours

Meet at Anguk Station Exit 1 and explore traditional Korean liquor such as makgeolli, yakju, takju and soju, guided by an expert in Korean food and fermentation culture. The guide speaks English and Korean, and the small group leaves plenty of time for conversation, questions and cultural exchange. Only guests aged 19 and over can join.

Taste a range of traditional liquors with a brew master

Taste handmade soju (distilled liquor), takju (the original form of makgeolli), makgeolli (a milky fermented rice drink) and yakju (a clear fermented rice drink). Each is introduced with careful explanations, so you can compare texture, aroma, flavor and brewing methods, and learn how ingredients, fermentation techniques and regional conditions shape each drink.

The experience focuses on understanding, context and sensory awareness rather than quantity.

Learn the history and culture of Korean liquor

Hear about regional stories, brewing philosophy and the rituals around Korean drinking culture. You will also learn how traditional liquor has accompanied meals, celebrations, labor and seasonal customs, and how it continues to evolve in modern Korea.

You will also hear how Korea's traditional brewing culture declined through the colonial period, war and industrialization and is now being revived.

Add a hanjeongsik lunch with makgeolli pairing

As an option, you can enjoy an authentic hanjeongsik lunch together with a makgeolli tasting. Pair different styles of makgeolli with Korean dishes to see why Korean food and drink have traditionally been enjoyed together, with explanations of ingredients, flavors and pairings.

※ Guests under 19 cannot take part.
※ The hanjeongsik lunch is an optional add-on.