Won Soju Original

Name: Won Soju Original
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Won Soju Original is a Soju hailing from South Korea.

What is Won Soju Original?

Won Soju Original offers a modern twist on Korea's national spirit, crafted using traditional methods but with a California touch. Interestingly, it's made with a unique blend of rice and grape spirits, resulting in a smoother, more approachable soju that's only 23% ABV - significantly lower than typical Korean sojus which often clock in at 40% or higher.

Why do we love Won Soju Original?

Won Soju Original stands out in the spirits world as a modern, premium take on Korea's national drink, crafted with a blend of rice and barley. Unlike traditional soju, which can be harsh and one-dimensional, Won Soju Original offers a smoother, more refined experience with subtle notes of pear and melon, making it an excellent base for elevated cocktails or a delightful sipper on its own.

How do you drink Won Soju Original?

Won Soju Original shines when served chilled and sipped neat, allowing its clean, subtle flavors to take center stage. It's also a versatile base for light, refreshing cocktails, perfect for warm summer evenings, and pairs beautifully with spicy Korean dishes or fresh seafood.

$20.99

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Won Soju Original

$20.99

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Won Soju Original

$20.99

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Tasting Notes

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Nose: Clean and subtle with hints of rice, light floral notes, and a touch of green apple. There's a faint sweetness reminiscent of pear drops.

Palate: Smooth and crisp with a gentle sweetness. Flavors of steamed rice and subtle nuttiness come through, balanced by a light, refreshing fruitiness. The alcohol is well-integrated, providing warmth without harshness.

Finish: Medium-length and clean. A slight pepper note emerges, accompanied by lingering rice flavors and a subtle mineral quality. The finish is dry and refreshing, inviting another sip.

Won Soju Original is crafted using a blend of rice and tapioca, which undergoes a unique double fermentation process. This method, combined with the use of locally-sourced Korean rice and natural spring water from the Jirisan Mountains, results in a smoother, cleaner-tasting soju that showcases the spirit's subtle flavors and aromas.

Won Soju Original is uniquely made with Korean rice and spring water from the pristine Jirisan Mountains, which is filtered through layers of volcanic rock, giving it a distinctively smooth and pure character.

Unlike many mass-produced sojus, Won Soju Original is crafted using a traditional Korean distillation method called "soju-gori," which involves fermenting the rice mash in earthenware pots buried underground for several months, resulting in a more complex flavor profile.

Won Soju Original has gained a cult following among mixologists for its versatility in cocktails, particularly in a drink called "Soju Alchemy," where it's mixed with yuzu juice, honey, and carbonated tea, creating a fizzy, refreshing concoction that's taking Seoul's bar scene by storm.

Main Ingredient: Rice
Country of Origin: South Korea