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Cheongmyeongju takju 375 - 12% - <p><strong>Description:</strong> A full-bodied artisanal unfiltered rice wine crafted with pure rice and traditional nuruk without dilution.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Tasting Notes:</strong> Creamy texture, rich yogurt-like lactic acidity, subtle melon, and a rich, rounded finish.</p>

Cheongmyeongju takju 375 - 12%

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Standard price: €10.00

Exhibition price: €5.00

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Detailed description

Description: A full-bodied artisanal unfiltered rice wine crafted with pure rice and traditional nuruk without dilution.


Tasting Notes: Creamy texture, rich yogurt-like lactic acidity, subtle melon, and a rich, rounded finish.

  • Manufactured by
    Kim Young-seop

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  • Product Name: Cheongmyeongju Takju 14.5%
  • Product Category: Korean Unfiltered Rice Wine / Takju (Cloudy Rice Wine)
  • Country of Origin: Republic of Korea (Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do)
  • Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 14.5%
  • Volume / Packaging: 375ml Glass Bottle
  • Ingredients:
  • 100% Domestic Rice (Chungju-grown rice)
  • Purified Bedrock Water
  • Traditional Wheat Starter (Cheongmyeong Jugok, contains wheat)
  • Additives: Zero artificial sweeteners (Aspartame-free), zero synthetic flavors, no artificial preservatives
  • Brewing & Fermentation Process:
  • Traditional multi-stage fermentation using proprietary wild-microflora nuruk
  • Undiluted brewing (Wonju style) preserving dense grain texture and natural sweetness without adding water post-fermentation
  • Processing / Filtration:
  • Coarse-mesh filtered (traditional mesh sieving), retaining natural rice solids and fine sediment
  • Type: Unpasteurised
  • Appearance & Texture: Milky, opaque ivory hue; smooth, velvety, and dense viscosity
  • Sensory & Chemical Profile:
  • Acidity: Creamy lactic acidity reminiscent of natural yogurt
  • Sweetness: Rich, concentrated natural grain sweetness balanced by crisp fermentation acidity
  • Aroma: Ripe melon, soft pear, steamed sweet rice, and subtle floral yeast notes
  • Mouthfeel & Body: Full-bodied, rich, creamy, and textured with a long, rounded finish
  • Shelf Life:
  • Unpasteurised (Cold Chain): 3 to 6 months from manufacture date
  • Pasteurised (Ambient/Standard): 12 months from manufacture date
  • Storage & Handling:
  • Keep refrigerated (0°C–4°C / 32°F–39°F); store upright to maintain cap integrity
  • Serving Recommendation:
  • Gently invert or swirl the bottle before opening to evenly integrate the rich rice sediment
  • Best served chilled (6°C–8°C); pairs exceptionally well with robustly seasoned dishes, spicy cuisine, savory pancakes (Jeon), braised meats, and artisanal charcuterie


Exhibitor

Exhibitor

Jungwondang

Led by a Chungbuk Intangible Heritage Master, Jungwondang crafts additive-free spirits with local rice via a 100-day fermentation.

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Brand

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Jungwondang

Led by Korea Food Grand Master Kim Young-seob, Jungwondang crafts additive-free heritage spirits using 100% local rice, bedrock water, and traditional nuruk. Patiently matured through a 100-day cold fermentation, its Presidential Award–winning clarity and vibrant acidity redefine authentic Korean fine brewing.