Spirit Spotlight Soju & Makgeolli

Soju is a clear and colorless distilled alcoholic beverage, traditionally made from rice, and has a flavor similar to vodka. It is usually consumed neat but Soju bombs (shot of Soju dropped in a glass of Korean lager),done responsibly, make for a fun night out. Its alcohol content varies from about 12.5% to 53% alcohol by volume (ABV), although recently low alcohol soju below 20% has been trending. Check out these options available at both Redstone locations, our app and website:

This flavor is exceptionally smooth and clean on the palate. Mild and slightly sweet flavor with a subtle hint of rice. Delicate and faint aroma, allowing for a crisp and refreshing drinking experience

Best appreciated for its balance of sweetness and the underlying warmth of alcohol. The infusion of lychee adds a layer of complexity to the drink, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy a
fruit-forward aromatic experience

A classic twist to a classic spirit. One of the original cocktails for soju, the scent is a blend of clean, mild fragrance with a subtle hint of dairy and yogurt. Slightly tangy taste and a velvety texture to the soju, this is a great well-rounded drinking experience

This flavor of strawberry is a delightful combination of smoothness of traditional soju with the bright and sweet notes of fresh strawberries. Fruit-infused, slightly sweet beverage providing a more aromatic alternative to the traditional soju experience

Jinro Beloved since 1924, Chamisul Original is the original classic soju, a neutral spirit distilled from rice. 20.1%ABV

Jinro Plum Soju adds a playful splash of plum flavors to the clean taste of Chamisul Fresh. Plum lovers rejoice! Jinro Plum Soju is a neutral spirit with natural and artificial flavors. 13% ABV

Jinro Grapefruit Soju is infused with a vibrant tasting grapefruit flavor, a refreshing twist on a classic. Jinro Grapefruit Soju is a neutral spirit with natural and artificial flavors. 13% ABV

Jinro Green Grape Soju is sweet and flavorful, a unique green grape taste that everyone can enjoy. Jinro Green Grape Soju is a neutral spirit with natural and artificial flavors. 13% ABV

Jinro Peach Soju is a latest addition to Jinro Flavor Soju line-up. Aromatic sweetness of perfectly ripened peach flavor is easy to drink and enhances any type of food and occasion. Jinro Peach Soju is neutral spirit with natural and artificial flavors. 13% ABV

Jinro Strawberry Soju provides the sweet taste of ripened strawberry in each sip while maintaining its light and refreshing experience. Jinro Strawberry Soju is a neutral spirit with natural and artificial flavors. 13% ABV

Makgeolli [mak.k͈ʌɭɭi]) is a Korean alcoholic drink. It is a milky, off-white, and lightly sparkling rice wine that has a slight viscosity, and tastes slightly sweet and tangy. Chalky sediment gives it a cloudy appearance.(similar to an unfiltered or negori sake) As a low proof drink of six to nine percent alcohol by volume, it is often considered a “communal beverage” rather than hard liquor.

In Korea, Makgeolli is often unpasteurized, and the wine continues to mature in the bottle. Recently, various fruits such as strawberries and bananas have been added to Makgeolli to create forms with new flavors. You can find these varieties in Stoneham, App and website later this week.

Coming Wednsday August 31st! This authentic makgeolli from Korea’s No.1 rice wine brand is made with low- temperature pasteurisation to retain nutrients. Kooksoondang’s Peach Makgeolli adds fresh peach extract delivering a fragrant fruit aroma and a clean, smooth taste; it is laden with beneficial amino acids and dietary fibre and is gluten and sugar- free. Best serve chilled.

Coming Wednsday August 31st! Kooksoondang Rice Makgeolli manufactured by using 100% Korean rice is a high-quality rice wine which boasts a clean and smooth taste and fragrance. Classified and described as a ‘sparkling rice wine.’ Very traditional! Low alcohol (4%), serve chilled, and gently shake before drinking for better taste and richer flavor. Try with a hint of banana flavor! ALC. 4% BY VOL

Coming Wednsday August 31st! Korea – Korean Traditional Wine and it manufactured by using 100% Korean rice which boasts a clean and smooth taste and fragrance. It is a milky wine with creamy texture and sweet taste with chestnut flavor.

Coming Wednsday August 31st! South Korea – This is a milky wine with creamy texture and sweet taste. Using an extended fermentation process, the taste and aroma of this wine has been richly refined. Main ingredient is 100% rice.

Coming Wednsday August 31st! KOOKSOONDANG Draft Makgeolli is unfiltered and unpasteurized Korean traditional rice wine. Without loss of taste and nutrition due to boiling, it renders freshness with natural carbonation. It contains living microorganisms such as yeast and lactobacillus.