Soju is the distilled spirit most associated with Korean culture, and is most often served neat. There’s lots of people that aren’t a fan of the taste, like any spirit drunk straight up. Personally I’m a big fan of drinking it the traditional way. But if you’re not, and you want to make it taste … Read more
Soju is the most popular alcoholic drink in Korea. Its name is derived from the Korean words for “burned liquor”, and it’s made from fermented rice, barley or sweet potato. Many Koreans turn to soju on special occasions, like family events, and order it at restaurants. But is this potent drink actually fattening? And does … Read more
As with most liquors, the best soju is the one that you like, but there are a lot of different soju types available. There are lots of different types of Original and Fresh soju, made from rice or barley. Soju’s also available in a variety of flavours. They range from sweet to savoury and fruity, … Read more
The Korean liquor soju is a popular drink in the country and around the world, but it’s tough to find information about it in English. But thankfully we’re here to help. You’ll find the facts and history of soju on this site, plus answers to some of the big questions that people ask about soju. … Read more
Introduction Lychee soju is a unique variety of flavored soju that is made with flavorings from the lychee fruit. If you’re a fan of this sweet, tangy fruit, you may think that you know everything there is to know about its plump, slightly tart flavors. But have you tried lychee soju? The flavor of this … Read more
In Islam, it’s important to know what’s halal. The word “halal” can be translated as ‘permitted, allowed, acceptable, or lawful’. The concept of halal food is well known, even amongst those that do not follow the Islamic faith, but what about halal drinks? Is soju halal or haram? The word haram, which English speakers might … Read more
Soju is a national drink, and a big part of Korean culture, so it’s no surprise that there are a ton of varieties of soju. But every soju drinker knows that the flavor of soju depends on the type of fruit that’s been used as a flavoring agent. There are few more popular flavored soju … Read more
If you’ve spent any time drinking in Korea, you’ll know the subject of soju is a sensitive one. While some of us will readily admit that they don’t enjoy the taste, others will insist that soju tastes fantastic. But who is correct? Of course, as with most drinks, it’s a matter of taste. But if … Read more
For those unfamiliar with the topic, soju is a distilled liquor that is made from rice. It’s a staple with Korean cuisine, and Koreans love to drink it on the weekends. It’s also a popular drink outside Korea, and that’s thanks to the Korean culture and the huge popularity of Korean music, films, and K-pop. … Read more
We’ve all heard of a boilermaker; or perhaps if you’re Scottish, you know it as a half and half. But have you ever tried the nationally loved Korean version somaek, a mix of soju and beer? In fact, that’s even where we get the name from. Mix together the words soju and maekju (Korean for … Read more
We’ve all been there – not paid attention to the percentage of what we’re drinking, and found ourselves way more drunk than we were expecting. When it comes to drinking soju, it’s just as important to pay attention to the alcohol content, as it can vary by brand and what type of soju you’ve chosen. … Read more
It’s a well-known fact that Koreans love their booze, and none more so than soju. With the increasing popularity of soju both in Korea and elsewhere, producers have launched lots of different soju flavors to capture more of the expanding flavored soju market. Some people have found that standard soju, which isn’t flavored, to taste … Read more
