Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery
ID: GYG676817-1115027
Category:
Country: South Korea
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
For centuries, Makgeolli has been Korea's iconic Rice Wine Drink.
Join our classes to learn traditional methods and craft your own Makgeolli creations!
I'm Joe Kim, a certified Traditional Korean alcohol sommelier, Makgeolli Brewery Owner, and author of the first complete English guide to home brewing Korean Rice wine.
We're thrilled to extend an invitation to you to join our diverse range of classes and resources, all designed to celebrate the art of Traditional Korean alcohol-making.
Discover the rich cultural heritage behind this cherished beverage by enrolling in our classes today. It's your first step into experiencing the fascinating world of Korean traditional alcohol.
During our session, you'll discover:
- Choosing the perfect ingredients.
- Selecting the right tools for the job.
- Crafting your very own homemade Makgeolli.
- Enjoy a delightful tasting of Craft Makgeolli.
- Participating in blind tastings and sampling Soju.
Throughout the class, you'll deepen your understanding as you taste various Korean rice wines.
Plus, you'll leave with your very own Makgeolli kit to ferment at home. We can't wait to share this journey with you!
Our Classes are held in our Makgeolli Brewery, located in the center of Seoul inside a Traditional Korean Market.
Highlights
- Learn the differences and sample Craft and Commercial Makgeolli.
- Our classes will take you from Makgeolli taster into an Avid Brewer.
- This class covers in depth theory, history, while sampling Makgeolli and Soju.
- Taught by Brewery Founder, and Korean Alcohol Sommelier , Joe Kim
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Be ready to drink and sample many types of Makgeolli, so avoid driving, and best to take public transportation.
백구생 (Baekusaeng Makgeolli)
마포구 아현동 346-35
- We are located inside Ahyeon Market
By Subway
- Ahyeon Station (Line 2) 아현역
- Head to Exit 4
- Walk straight until you see Mega Coffee
- Turn left, walk straight
- You'll see the entrance to the market on the left
- You'll find our logo on our shop
By Bus or Taxi
- Please take the bus to 웨딩타운버스정류장 (Wedding Town bus stop)
- Tell the taxi driver to drop you off at the bus stop
INCLUDED
- Explanation on Ingredients to make Makgeolli
- Selecting the right tools for the job.
- Crafting your very own homemade Makgeolli.
- Enjoy a delightful tasting of Craft Makgeolli.
- Participating in blind tastings and sampling Soju.
- Light Snacks.
- You'll be taking home your own Makgeolli to ferment which will yield about 1.5 liters. If you can't take it, we can give you a finished bottle.
- Throughout the class, you'll deepen your understanding as you taste various Korean rice wines, both Commercial and Premium.
NOT INCLUDED
- Pick up from the subway station
- Please bring a reusable bag to take your Makgeolli vessel with you.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
