Meet at Anguk Station Exit 1 for a tasting experience of about 3 hours in Bukchon, where a brewing expert introduces the world of traditional Korean liquor. Taste makgeolli, yakju, takju and soju while comparing texture, aroma, flavor and brewing methods. You will also hear about the history of Korean alcohol, brewing philosophy and the rituals of drinking culture. The experience is held in a small group, and an optional hanjeongsik lunch with makgeolli pairing is available. Only guests aged 19 and over can join.

Taste traditional Korean liquor with a brewing expert
in Bukchon for 3 hours

Meet at Anguk Station Exit 1 and explore traditional Korean liquor such as makgeolli, yakju, takju and soju, guided by an expert in Korean food and fermentation culture. The guide speaks English and Korean, and the small group leaves plenty of time for conversation, questions and cultural exchange. Only guests aged 19 and over can join.

Taste a range of traditional liquors with a brew master

Taste handmade soju (distilled liquor), takju (the original form of makgeolli), makgeolli (a milky fermented rice drink) and yakju (a clear fermented rice drink). Each is introduced with careful explanations, so you can compare texture, aroma, flavor and brewing methods, and learn how ingredients, fermentation techniques and regional conditions shape each drink.

The experience focuses on understanding, context and sensory awareness rather than quantity.

Learn the history and culture of Korean liquor

Hear about regional stories, brewing philosophy and the rituals around Korean drinking culture. You will also learn how traditional liquor has accompanied meals, celebrations, labor and seasonal customs, and how it continues to evolve in modern Korea.

You will also hear how Korea's traditional brewing culture declined through the colonial period, war and industrialization and is now being revived.

Add a hanjeongsik lunch with makgeolli pairing

As an option, you can enjoy an authentic hanjeongsik lunch together with a makgeolli tasting. Pair different styles of makgeolli with Korean dishes to see why Korean food and drink have traditionally been enjoyed together, with explanations of ingredients, flavors and pairings.

※ Guests under 19 cannot take part.
※ The hanjeongsik lunch is an optional add-on.

• Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.

• Meet your guide at the meeting point, Anguk Station Exit 1, to start the experience.

• Valid only on the date and time you selected.

Meeting point:
Anguk Station Exit 1
164-6 Anguk-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Meeting point details:
Meet in front of Anguk Station Exit 1. Please check the start time you selected when booking.

Cancellation and refunds

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

Participation

• Only travelers aged 19 and over, who have reached the legal drinking age, can participate.

• Guests under 19 cannot take part.

On-site information

• This is a small-group experience with limited places to ensure quality and a personal atmosphere.

• The hanjeongsik lunch is an optional add-on.

• The experience values understanding, context and sensory awareness over quantity.