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Cheongju for two? Yes please!

It’s no secret that I am a big fan of cheongju (청주). That golden clear layer of booze that rises to the top after filtering is one of my favourite things to drink. Not all recipes yield the best ratio of cheongju to takju, so when you get a good batch you definitely feel like a brew master! What is cheongju? Cheongju is a clear refined rice wine that is consumed as an alcoholic beverage but is also often used in Korean marinades, sauces, and with other seasonings. It has a rich flavor with hints of sweetness so it is usually enjoyed cold in the spring and summer months but warm in the fall and winter months. Cheongju is usually…

Buying Sool Online In Korea: The Makgeolli Edition

Living in Korea? Do you know how many traditional Korean alcohol options you can get delivered straight to your door? Read on for our recommendations for where to buy makgeolli online in Korea.   While most dedicated makgeolli bars will offer a 15-20% discount for take-out purchases, the Korean government thankfully changed its policy to allow the sale of traditional alcohol online a few years ago. Even though beer, wine and imported spirits are still a no-go, it is possible to get your fix of makgeolli, cheongju, and soju home-delivered. But with so much choice, what to buy?!   Never fear, we have gone through the options with a fine-tooth comb to come up with the best options for every palate…

Buying Sool Online in Korea: The Artisan Takju Edition

What better time than during Social Distancing to expand your sool tasting horizons! There are a lot of traditional Korean alcohols available for delivery straight to your door. Read on to find out recommendations and where to buy them. This is part two of our online shopping recommendations to support Korean breweries during this time of social distancing. If you’re looking for something lighter in alcohol content for your boozing needs, check out The Makgeolli Edition.   Some Things to Note Once again, our links to purchase these brews are to Coupang, as we find them to be the most comprehensive sool source in one place. If you are already a Coupang user, it means you don’t have to compete…

Buying Sool Online: The Cheongju / Yakju Edition

What better time than during Social Distancing to expand your sool tasting horizons! There are a lot of traditional Korean alcohols available for delivery straight to your door. Read on to find out recommendations and where to buy them. This is part three of our online shopping recommendations to support Korean breweries during this time of social distancing. Don’t forget to check out The Makgeolli Edition and The Artisan Takju Edition. Some Things to NoteOnce again, our links to purchase these brews are to Coupang, as we find them to be the most comprehensive sool source in one place. If you are already a Coupang user, it means you don’t have to compete with the terrifying world of Korean website…

SULA: Milla, sool cup, makgeolli cup

SULA: Scandinavian Influence on Korean Tradition

These stunningly designed sool cups are a thing of beauty for any table setting. Serving up a glass of hand-crafted makgeolli to eager guests in a beautiful cup is like putting the icing on the cake. Serving ware is a craft unto itself, with an equally long tradition in regards to Korean alcohol. We are always on the lookout for unique and storied cups and decanters, so when SULA crossed our internet pathways it was an instant click. We were delighted to see that it was a familiar face behind the brand, as one of the talented designers happens to be an Advanced Brewing Course student of ours, Milla Niskakoski. O riginally from Finland, Milla and her partners from Norway…

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