Description
Hwayo 41 Premium Soju 500ml is a distilled Korean soju made by Hwayo in Yeoju, South Korea, from 100% Korean rice and bottled at 41% ABV. It is distilled at low temperature and aged in onggi, traditional Korean earthenware jars, which let the spirit breathe slowly and round out before bottling.
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Soju has been distilled in Korea since the 13th century, traditionally from rice. In 1965 the government banned the use of rice for making alcohol because of food shortages, and most producers switched to diluted soju made from other starches. The ban was lifted in 1999, and since then producers such as Hwayo have revived the older distilled rice style.
Sip it neat at room temperature or lightly chilled, or pour it over a large ice cube. It also makes a clean, dry martini-style drink or a highball with soda, and suits grilled meats, sashimi and savoury pancakes.
- Distilled soju from 100% Korean rice
- Aged in onggi earthenware jars
- Bottled at 41% ABV
Expect rice, pear and a light floral note on the nose. The palate is fuller and drier than lighter soju, with a gentle rice sweetness and a long, warming finish.
A good choice for spirit drinkers who enjoy clean white spirits and want to explore traditional Korean distilling.
