Description
Korea's national alcohol, famously served in green bottles like Chamisul. A clear distilled spirit around 16% ABV with a subtle sweetness.
Restaurants serving Soju (Korean Distilled Spirits)
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The Recipe section below is a general reference, not a recipe from the listed shops.
Recipe
Ingredients
- Rice/Barley/Sweet potato starch
- Water
- Sweeteners
Instructions
- (No prep) Strike the bottom of the ice-cold bottle with an elbow before opening it.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Subtle artificial sweetness、Alcohol kick
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Japanese Korui Shochu (but Soju is sweeter)
Pairing
Samgyeopsal / All spicy Korean foods
Trivia
[Trend] Fruit-flavored Soju (Muscat, Grapefruit) is a massive youth trend, loved in Shin-Okubo as a 'dangerously smooth' magic drink.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Poured into shot glasses and taken as a shot shouting 'Geonbae!'. When drinking with elders, turn your head away and cover your mouth.
Allergen
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