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Nutritional Values
127kcal
1gProtein
5.6gCarbs
—Fat
0.2gFibre
200 mlServing
* Per serving · 200 ml. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Makgeolli
How to order / say it
Say it
막걸리 — [Mahk-guh-lee]
Order
I'd like a glass of makgeolli, please.
Locally
막걸리 한 잔 주세요.
Say locally
A milky, off-white traditional alcoholic beverage made from rice.
Why try it?
Makgeolli offers a taste of Busan's communal dining culture, often shared in lively gatherings and paired with savory dishes like pajeon.
How it tastes
This beverage has a milky sweetness with a slight tanginess and an effervescent finish, making it refreshing and slightly tart.
Origin & History — first documented: 1400
Dating back over a thousand years, makgeolli was developed as a farmer's drink but gained popularity throughout Korea during the Joseon dynasty.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 400 g glutinous rice
- 🥕 500 ml water
- 🌾 100 g nuruk (fermentation starter)
Method
- 1 Clean rice, steam until soft.
- 2 Mix cooled rice with water and nuruk.
- 3 Allow to ferment in a warm location for 4-5 days.
- 4 Strain and bottle, serving chilled.
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