OUR SOOL GUIDE
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water, Honey
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Light bodied, sweet, honey, creamy palate balanced by refreshing acidity and a clean finish
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Pajeon
Tteokbokki
KBBQ
Korean Fried Chicken
HANA MAKGEOLLI HONEY
500mL | $16
HANA MAKGEOLLI
HONEY
Size | 500mL
ABV | 6%
Gluten Free
A lighter, perfectly sweet version of our best-selling TAKJU 16, HANA MAKGEOLLI HONEY is light, creamy, and refreshing. Made with California grown rice using traditional Korean brewing methodologies, HANA MAKGEOLLI HONEY starts with the floral character of fermented rice followed by the soft sweetness of wildflower honey to balance naturally occurring lactic acidity and maintain a clean finish.
TAKJU 16
Sizes | 750mL & 375 mL
ABV | 16%
The Takju 16 is our signature cuvée and the ideal introduction to authentic Korean makgeolli. Inspired by our brewer’s own family home-brew recipes, the Takju 16 is coarsely filtered, near dry, and undiluted. Starting with the extremely floral almost melon-like character of fermented rice, followed by the brightness of our wild yeast that is perfectly balanced with the creaminess of the naturally occurring lactic acid and rice sediment.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water
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Medium to heavy bodied, near dry, lactic, with floral and fruity notes of melon, green apple, and bananas
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Pajeon
Dubu Kimchi
Szechuan Stir Frys
Thai Duck Salad
TAKJU 16
750mL | $32
375mL | $22
HWAJU 12
Size | 750mL
ABV | 12%
Stemming from the Korean root words hwa and ju, HWAJU can translate to both flower wine and fire water. The HWAJU 12 is our first botanical cuvée to ever be added to the Hana Makgeolli lineup and is fermented with wild foraged chrysanthemum flowers and hydrangea tea leaves. Naturally fermented and unfiltered, the HWAJU 12 is near dry, light bodied, and earthy.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water, Chrysanthemum Flowers, Hydrangea Tea Leaves
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Light bodied, dry, earthy, delicately floral and bright with lactic acid
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Bossam
Ginger Chicken
Steamed Mussels
Miso Cod
Hot Pot
HWAJU 12
750mL | $34
YAKJU 14
Size | 750mL
ABV | 14%
Historically reserved for the noble class, YAKJU is the precious clarified portion of a brew that captures the essence of sool in its purest form. The YAKJU is the third and final brew to finish out Hana Makgeolli’s core portfolio that represents the incredible range of the sool category. Naturally fermented and finely filtered, the YAKJU 14 is dry with fragrant notes of melon, bitter citrus, and barley.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water
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Light bodied, dry, with subtle notes of melon, citrus and deep grain
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Raw Oysters
Korean Hwe
Citrus & Beet Salmon
Smoked Trout
YAKJU 14
750mL | $36
OMIJA MAKGEOLLI
Size | 500mL
ABV | 10%
Omija, also known as schisandra berry, translates to five flavor berry. A medicinal berry characterized by its simultaneously sweet, tart, salty, spicy and bitter flavor, it is a popular botanical used in jeontongju. At first, this combination of omija and hibiscus was used in our small batch makgeolli made using the sediment of our YAKJU 14. Due to popular demand, we brought it back as our first full batch botanical co-ferment.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water, Omija Berries, Hibiscus
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Medium body, dry, effervescent with notes of pink peppercorn and citrus
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Eggs Benedict
Fried Chicken
Oysters Rockefeller
BBQ Ribs
OMIJA MAKGEOLLI
500mL | $24
HYUNMI TAKJU
Size | 750mL
ABV | 16%
The start of a new line of sool featuring alternative grains - the HYUNMI TAKJU is made with 60% organic sweet brown rice using traditional Korean brewing methodologies. The HYUNMI TAKJU is assertive and dark to start and then softens on notes of warm chestnut and earth.
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California-grown Rice, California-grown Brown Rice, Nuruk, Water
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Medium bodied, near dry, with notes of warm chestnut and earth
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Mapo Tofu
Dry Aged Steak
Pana Cotta
Lamb Kofta
HYUNMI TAKJU
750mL | $35
FORBIDDEN TAKJU
Size | 750mL
ABV | 14%
The second addition to our line of alternative grains, the FORBIDDEN TAKJU is made with 25% Forbidden Rice, an heirloom varietal of black rice originating from China. The distinctive dark bran gives this sool a beautiful purple hue as well as notes of raspberry and blackberry.
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California-grown Rice, Forbidden Rice, Nuruk, Water
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Dry, light in body, with bright acid and crisp notes of berry and almond
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Blue Cheese & Honey
Jerk Chicken
Chocolate Cherry Lava Cake
FORBIDDEN TAKJU
750mL | $35
YAKJU RESERVE
Size | 375 mL
ABV | 16%
YAKJU RESERVE is our first small-batch, barrel-aged clarified rice wine. Crafted using casks from our friends at MÔTÔ Spirits, each barrel previously held nearly 180-proof rice distillate before being filled with Yakju 14 and aged for 100 days. The result is an elegant, bone-dry wine with a nose of rich oak while finishing buttery and mineral on the palate. Light-bodied yet layered, YAKJU RESERVE offers notes of caramel, butterscotch, whiskey, and toasted oak. Each sip is luxurious and complete while maintaining depth and balance.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water
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Light bodied, bone dry with a soft buttery nose and notes of caramel, whiskey, and oak
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Comté
Peking Duck
Soy Braised Daikon
YAKJU RESERVE
375mL | $35
BEOJJU
Size | 750mL
ABV | 12%
Stemming from the Korean root words hwa and ju, HWAJU can translate to both flower wine and fire water. The HWAJU 12 is our first botanical cuvée to ever be added to the Hana Makgeolli lineup and is fermented with wild foraged chrysanthemum flowers and hydrangea tea leaves. Naturally fermented and unfiltered, the HWAJU 12 is near dry, light bodied, and earthy.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water, Sour Cherries
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Light body, clarified, dry, cherry, and rose
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Tuna Sashimi
Grilled Peaches
Berries & Cream
BEOJJU
750mL | $35
SAGWAJU
Size | 750mL
ABV | 10%
Inspired by the harmony of rice and fruit, SAGWAJU is a clarified rice wine brewed using traditional Korean methodologies and apples from Twin Star Orchards in the Hudson Valley, NY. We use sweet, late season apples, pressing them fresh and fermenting them alongside an active rice mash. This co-fermentation approach allows the fruit to integrate from the outset, contributing to the wine’s structure, aromatics, and acidity. A key focus during fermentation is balancing sugar conversion with acid retention, ensuring the brightness of the apples remains precise and seamlessly integrated with the rice wine.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water, Apples
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Lightly sweet and delicate in body, with crisp orchard aromatics, integrated acidity, a soft, rounded texture, and a clean, structured finish
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Brie
Endive Salad
Olive Oil Cake
Roast Chiken
SAGWAJU
750mL | $35
KINGKANGJU
Size | 750mL
ABV | 10%
The second in our line of fruit co-ferments, KINGKANGJU is an unfiltered rice wine and a co-ferment of rice with kumquats. Made over five months from harvest to bottle, KINGKANGJU reflects the patience and seasonality at the heart of Hana’s brewing practice. At 10% ABV, its bright acidity, fruit-forward character, and refreshing profile strikes a balance between the structure and depth of rice and the lifted, vibrant character of fresh fruit.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water, Kumquats
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Light body, sweet, orange creamsicle
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Lemon Chicken
Sheep’s Cheese
Salt & Pepper Squid
KINGKANGJU
750mL | $35
MAQ8 SILKYSONIC
Size | 8oz
ABV | 8%
Gluten Free
Meet MAQ8 SILKYSONIC, the newest line of single serve, Korean rice wines powered by Hana Makgeolli. Made with the highest quality organic rice, MAQ8 is light and refreshing, with a balanced sweetness and fizz. With a mini but bold design, MAQ8 is perfect for those looking to enjoy authentic makgeolli on the go, without compromising on quality or flavor.
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California-grown Rice, Yeast, Water
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Light, effervescent, semi sweet, notes of milk bread & mochi, smooth, refreshing & crushable
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Kimchi Jeon
Fish Tacos
Bánh Xèo
Mapo Tofu
MAQ8 SILKYSONIC
4 pk | $24
MAQ8 BUBBLOCITEA
Size | 8oz
ABV | 8%
Meet MAQ8 BUBBLOCITEA, the bubble tea–inspired flavor in our bold new line of single-serve Korean rice wines from Hana Makgeolli. Crafted with premium organic rice and real black tea, BUBBLOCITEA is all-natural and delivers the nostalgic charm of bubble tea in a light, fizzy sip with just the right touch of sweetness. Fragrant, refreshing, and playful, it’s a modern twist on tradition—perfect for any occasion.
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California-grown Rice, Yeast, Water, Assam Black Tea
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Light, effervescent, semi sweet, notes of black tea & caramel, smooth, refreshing & crushable
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Tteokbokki
Spam Musubi
Donkatsu
Tiramisu
MAQ8 BUBBLOCITEA
4 pk | $24
HANA SOJU 20
Size | 375 mL
ABV | 20%
Made from organic rice, nuruk, and time this table strength soju is bottled at 20% ABV for an elegant balance of strength and drinkability. It opens with delicate florals and subtle grain on the nose, followed by a smooth, mineral clarity and a slightly warm finish. Crafted for leisurely sipping, pairing or mixing, Hana Soju 20 is a clean and modern expression of Korea’s beloved spirit.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water
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Light body, white blossom, sea spray
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Oyster Pancake
Grilled Fish
Bossam
HANA SOJU 20
375mL | $25
HANA SOJU 60
Size | 375mL
ABV | 60%
A still strength soju, aged in glass, Hana Soju 60 is a traditionally made soju carefully crafted from organically grown rice, nuruk and time. Hana Soju 60 is all at once, fruity, earthy and floral. ). Its intense in complexity, a result of Alice and Leslie’s (Matchbook Distilling Co.) desire to represent the ingredients and their balance in the ferment in its purest form.
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California-grown Rice, Nuruk, Water
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Heavy body, hazelnuts, rose, warm rice
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Soy Braised Radish
Jamón
Roast Duck
HANA SOJU 60
375mL | $60
Makgeolli Cocktails Featuring Our Sool
HYUNMI SPRITZ
VENUS IN CANCER
ARTEMISIA
HEALTH IS WEALTH
OMIJA MEZCALITA
SUJEONGGWA
TAKJU NEGRONI