Brew your own makgeolli, Korea's traditional rice wine, at Baekusaeng Makgeolli, a working brewery inside Ahyeon Market in Seoul. A certified Traditional Korean Alcohol Sommelier and brewery owner explains the history, ingredients and fermentation of makgeolli in an easy-to-follow way. Take home the makgeolli you made (about 1.3 liters) to continue fermenting. You will also compare craft and commercial makgeolli in a tasting with light Korean snacks.

Learn the history and ingredients of makgeolli
with a traditional alcohol sommelier

This approximately 2-hour class takes place at Baekusaeng Makgeolli, a brewery inside Ahyeon Market, led by Joe Kim, a certified Traditional Korean Alcohol Sommelier and the brewery owner. Learn about the history and culture of Korean traditional alcohol and how authentic makgeolli is made by fermenting rice, water and nuruk. The instructor speaks Korean, English and Spanish.

Brew your own makgeolli with traditional tools

After looking at the essential tools and equipment used in traditional brewing, you will brew your own makgeolli using a traditional recipe. You can take it home to continue fermenting, and it will produce about 1.3 liters.

Compare craft and commercial makgeolli in a tasting

Taste a variety of craft makgeolli with light Korean snacks and compare their flavors. In a guided tasting, learn the difference between commercial and premium makgeolli, and sample Korean traditional liquors including premium soju.

※ Since you will taste several alcoholic drinks, please avoid driving and use public transportation.

• Please check your mobile voucher via email or the WAUG app.
• When you arrive at the brewery, show your voucher to the instructor.
• Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point :
Baekusaeng Makgeolli (inside Ahyeon Market)
60 Gullebang-ro 9-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Meeting point information:
Take Exit 4 of Ahyeon Station (Line 2) and walk straight until you see Mega Coffee, then turn left and keep going straight. You will see the entrance to Ahyeon Market on your left, and the brewery is the shop with the logo inside the market. If you come by bus or taxi, get off at the Wedding Town bus stop.

Cancellation and refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.

Participation restrictions

• Not suitable for people under 21.
• Not suitable for pregnant women.

What to bring

• A reusable bag to carry your makgeolli container

On-site information

• You will taste several kinds of makgeolli.
• Please avoid driving and use public transportation.
• No smoking indoors.
• Outside alcohol and drugs are not allowed.
• Subway station pickup is not provided.