Jung-Sun Cho

Rajiv Aggarwal

K-Culture Talk: Korean Traditional Alcohol (K-Sool) Workshop (August 17)

The KCCDC celebrates and shares all things Korea. As a branch of the embassy, we host free public events, partner with artists and institutions,  and are active in our community to promote Korean arts and culture.  We bring people together in a spirit of joy and understanding. We create, educate, celebrate, and illuminate.

Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.

Join JS Brewery for  our K-Culture Talk: Korean Traditional Alcohol (K-Sool)!

Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.

The Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (KCCDC), in partnership with JS Brewery in Columbia, Md., is pleased to present a two-part talk and hands-on workshop exploring the rich tradition of Korean alcoholic beverages – known broadly as sool – and the famous rice-based makgeolli!Discover the history, culture, and science of fermentation behind Korea's traditional drinks while enjoying a guided tasting and unique opportunity to make your own batch of sool. Join us for an immersive experience that offers a deeper appreciation of Korea's centuries-old brewing heritage.Beyond the beverages themselves, participants will discover how Korean traditional alcohol has long been intertwined with family gatherings, seasonal celebrations, regional traditions, and everyday meals.This event will occur in two different sessions on separate dates, each requiring registration. A nominal participation fee will apply for each session; participants can register for either one or both sessions for the full experience. Session 1 introduces the history and diverse varieties of Korean traditional alcohol, along with the fundamentals of fermentation. Participants will also enjoy a guided tasting of selected traditional beverages and discover a unique skincare experience inspired by natural ingredients traditionally used in Korean traditional liquor. Session 2 is a makgeolli brewing workshop where participants will learn the traditional brewing process and make their own batch of Korea's beloved rice wine. Session 2 | Hands-on Makgeolli Brewing Workshop📅 Monday, August 17, 2026🕕 6:00–8:30 PM✨ Learn about Korean traditional alcohol and fermentation culture, then create your own batch of makgeolli through a hands-on brewing activity. Participants will take home their makgeolli batch to finish fermenting. A nominal participation fee will apply. After submitting your participation application, your registration will be finalized only after the $25 participation fee has been paid in advance through the payment instructions provided via email.The email will be sent to the address you provided within 1–2 days after your application submission. Please note that it may be filtered into your spam/junk folder.If you do not receive the email, please contact us separately. Your application may be canceled if the payment is not completed within the given period or if we do not receive a response from you.*Due to the inclusion of alcoholic beverages, this program is limited to individuals aged 21 and older. Participants must present a valid government-issued photo ID upon request. For more information,<a href="https://washingtondc.korean-culture.org/en/1128/board/892/read/146313" title="https://washingtondc.korean-culture.org/en/1128/board/892/read/145906" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> see the full announcement on the KCCDC website.</a>

K-Culture Talk: Korean Traditional Alcohol (K-Sool) Workshop (August 17)

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