Make Traditional Korean Rice Wine (Makgeolli)

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US$76.86 per guest

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Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

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Location

Seoul

Duration

2 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 15 guests

Language

English, Spanish, Korean

Other

Family-friendly, Pet-friendly

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Why Choose This Experience?

This isn't just a tasting or a one-time workshop—it's a complete introduction to authentic makgeolli brewing at a working brewery.

Unlike many classes, you'll learn the traditional techniques, ingredients, and fermentation process used to brew real Korean rice wine. Every step is designed to give you practical skills you can continue using at home.

As the author of the first comprehensive English guide to home brewing Korean rice wine and founder of Baekusaeng Brewery, I've helped thousands of students from around the world discover the art of makgeolli. Whether you're a complete beginner or a fermentation enthusiast, you'll leave with the knowledge, confidence, and inspiration to keep brewing long after your trip to Korea.

Sample Menu

STARTER

Seasonal and Home Makgeolli

MAIN

청주 Clear makgeolli rice wine

16 to 18 abv clear rice wine

MAIN

Commercial & Traditional Makgeolli

What You Get

Makgeolli Fermenting Jar

Good To Know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Become a Makgeolli Brewer—Not Just a Visitor Go beyond a typical tasting and learn how to brew authentic Korean rice wine from start to finish at a working makgeolli brewery. This hands-on experience is designed to give you practical skills you can use long after your trip to Korea. During the experience, you will: - Taste carefully selected makgeolli while learning how to evaluate aroma, sweetness, acidity, and texture. - Discover the role of rice, water, nuruk, yeast, and traditional brewing tools. Learn the science of fermentation, including brewing, filtering, and conditioning. - Brew your own fruit-infused makgeolli and take home approximately 1.2 liters to continue fermenting. By the end of the class, you'll understand the complete brewing process and leave with the confidence to make authentic makgeolli at home, wherever you are in the world.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

346-35, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04115

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Location: 마포구 아현동 346-35 Mapo-gu Ahyeon-dong 346-35 Directions: Subway Line 2 (green) to Ahyeon station 아현역 - Head to exit 4 - Walk straight until you see Mega Coffee - Turn left, and walk straight - The entrance of the market will be to your left - You’ll see our shop (White dog logo)

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

5.0

based on 99 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Cool, hands on, take home, history

June 07, 2026

This place is cool Will totally change your perspective on makgeolli

(Viator)

Magoli tasting and brewing course.

June 04, 2026

The course is very detailed and lasts over two hours. All materials will be provided afterwards, so you do not have to write anything down. You can keep the homemade Magoli; it takes about a week f...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Super interesting and fun

May 24, 2026

The explanations were very clear and in beautiful English. I think it is better to do that when you are still in Seoul for a few more days. This way, the Makgeolli can mature in peace.

(TripAdvisor)

Must-do

May 17, 2026

The course on brewing Makgeolli was one of my highlights. Joe was relaxed, friendly, and open. It was fun to listen to him and learn new things. There, I perhaps made my first Makgeolli, but defini...read more

(Viator)

Make your own Craft Makgeolli class in Seoul

April 22, 2026

This is very fun. Great samples and very interesting to learn about the history of this drink. Most fun. You make it there and the bring it home with you too age. Yes, we did fly back to the US...read more

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