By: ET Online

Soju and nine other Korean alcoholic drinks that locals love

Sep 5, 2023

​#10 Gukhwaju

Gukhwaju is a Korean rice wine flavored with dry chrysanthemum flowers that are macerated while the wine is fermented. According to TasteAtlas, it ranks in the 10th position of best Korean drinks.

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​#9 Dongdongju​

Also called as makgeolli, dongdongju is a type of rice wine made with glutinous rice, starter, and water.

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​#8 Bokbunja-ju

It is also referred to as fruit wine. It is a dark red drink with fruity aromas and flavors. It is not cloyingly sweet and has a dry finish.​

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​#7 Moju​

Moju is a thick Korean drink with fairly low alcohol content.

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​#6 Baekseju​

Baekseju is a clear, herb-flavored Korean rice wine made with fermented glutinous rice. Ginseng is the dominant flavor.

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​#5 Maesil-ju​

Maesil-ju is a traditional Korean liqueur made with small-sized Asian plums (Prunus mume). It is traditionally enjoyed neat, served in small shot glasses.

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​#4 Somaek​

Somaek is a simple Korean cocktail that combines beer and soju—a traditional Korean rice spirit.

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#3 Cheongju

Cheongju is an ancient beverage that was once enjoyed on the royal court, and it is still often used a ceremonial or a welcome drink.

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#2 Makgeolli

Makgeolli was the most popular Korean drink until the 1980s when it was largely. Also known as farmers' drink

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​#1 Soju

Soju is a clear spirit that is usually low in alcohol and has a mild, neutral flavor, which makes it work well with a wide array of dishes.

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