Traditional liquor producer Kooksoondang has released a new line of makgeolli flavored with banana, the company announced Thursday. The Rice Makgeolli Banana combines traditional Korean methods of ...

It’s important to recognize that makgeolli falls under the overall category of sool, says Alice Jun, founder of Hana Makgeolli in Brooklyn. “Sool is the term for alcohol in general, and the best ...

Brewers of makgeolli, the Korean liquor known for its milky-white color, sweet taste and traditionally as the “drink of farmers,” are hoping to break through sluggish sales by adding a fruity twist to ...

Sometimes compared to natural wine, sour beer or kombucha, makgeolli is a low-proof unfiltered rice wine that is one of Korea’s oldest beverages. The drink has risen in popularity alongside other ...