Do you have a favorite fruit or vegetable that comes into season in June?
Today, we are introducing four types of traditional Korean liquors crafted with seasonal ingredients — oriental melon, green plum, potato, and Korean black raspberry — each capturing the vibrant freshness and unique character of early summer.

Seonunsan Bokbunja (Raspberry Wine)

Seonunsan Bokbunja is crafted in Gochang with locally grown black raspberries, fermented for three months and aged at low temperature for two years. It offers a beautiful balance of sweetness and subtle acidity, with a smooth texture that becomes even richer when served chilled.

Seomjingang Baram 40° (Plum Distilled Spirit)

Seomjingang Baram 40° is a premium plum-based distilled spirit, crafted by distilling fermented plum wine. It features elegant aromas of plum blossom and vanilla, enhanced by oak aging that imparts a subtle smokiness and depth. Best enjoyed neat at room temperature, it offers a full, refined aroma.

Chamcham (Oriental Melon Makgeolli)

Chamcham is a naturally fermented makgeolli brewed with Baekjinju rice and oriental melons from Chilgok, sweetened with local honey. It features a smooth, mild profile with gentle sweetness and pleasant acidity, finishing clean and lingering gracefully to complement both light and spicy dishes.

Pyeongchang Gamja-sul (Potato Liquor)

Pyeongchang Gamja-sul is a distinctive liquor brewed from locally grown potatoes, crafted using a traditional recipe passed down by highland farmers of Gangwon Province. It offers a gentle sweetness and mild acidity in perfect balance, delivering a clean and crisp finish.

These traditional liquors embody the essence of Korea’s early summer harvest.

Before the heat of summer sets in, savor the season's freshness with locally sourced ingredients and beautifully crafted traditional liquors.

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Excessive drinking may cause health problems such as cancer. Drinking by minors is prohibited and may harm brain development. Drinking during pregnancy increases the risk of fetal defects or miscarriage.