Makgeolli, also known as sparkling rice wine, is an alcoholic Korean drink with a rich history and delicious flavour. Enjoy its sweet, tangy taste along with both creamy and fizzy textures for a unique drinking experience.
Below, you’ll find several fruity makgeolli flavours to provide the perfect option for every occasion!
Makgeolli, also known as sparkling rice wine, is an alcoholic Korean drink with a rich history and delicious flavour. Enjoy its sweet, tangy taste along with both creamy and fizzy textures for a unique drinking experience.
Below, you’ll find several fruity makgeolli flavours to provide the perfect option for every occasion!
korean rice wine
Korean rice wine is a traditional drink that dates back centuries. It is made from fermented rice, is slightly sparkling and is often enjoyed with sweet and spicy Korean food, pairing particularly well with kimchi dishes.
Kooksoondang is one of the go-to producers of Korean rice wine; their name translates to ‘house of good yeast and wines’, so you know you can’t go far wrong with Kooksoondang rice makgeolli.
makgeolli alcohol percentage
Makgeolli is among the slightly milder Asian alcoholic drinks, not being as strong as soju. It usually has around 6-8% alcohol content.
makgeolli flavours
Like soju, another popular Korean alcoholic drink, makgeolli is available in several flavours to intrigue the senses. Those offered here at Oriental Mart include tasty options like white grape, peach and banana makgeolli.
how to drink makgeolli
Traditionally, makgeolli is served in small bowl-like cups, so drinkers can easily mix any sediment that has settled. It is enjoyed cold, making it a wonderfully refreshing beverage.
If you can’t wait to try makgeolli or want to return to a tried and tested favourite, remember to add it to your basket today!