Makgeolli, also known as ‘makkoli’ or ‘makguli’ (and referred to in English as “Korean rice wine”) is an alcoholic beverage native to Korea. It is made from a mixture of wheat and rice which gives it a milky, off-white color, and sweetness. It is made by fermenting a mixture of boiled rice, wheat and water, and is about 6.5–7% alcohol by volume.
It used to be largely popular among farmers, earning the name ‘nongju’ which means “farmer’s liquor.” However, recently new trend has started to rebrand its trademark with more delicate taste and modern appeal aiming the young generations in the city.
If you are familiar with Korean food, you must have paired soju withKorean BBQ at some point. With makgeolli, you can pair up not only with Korean BBQ that are meaty but also lighter dishes such as tofu with stirred kimchi, Dotorimuk (acorn jelly) or Jeon (Korean pancake.)
On rainy days your appetite gets boosted up for elevation of metabolism leading you to crave for more foods. To cure rained out soul and body, you will discover the perfect remedy from the miss Korea’sRainy Day Special where you can get a bottle of Makgeolli and Kimchi Pancake for only $20!
Whenever it’s rainy, you know where to head now for a good reason!
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