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Soju Tasting
| So you are wondering what does Soju taste like? In Korea, they say soju tastes like life — one day it’s sweet, one day it’s bitter, and sometimes it’s just clean and smooth. Traditionally, soju is fermented white rice with a crisp flavour, a little apple, and sometimes a touch of burnt rice. If you’re looking to try soju, or are simply curious about this Korean national drink, come join this soju tasting event. You will get the chance to taste the traditional soju and other different flavours. We will also share more about the food and drink culture in Korea. |
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Ever watched a Korean movie or drama and wondered what are the rounds of shot they are drinking? It is Soju, Korea’s national drink, a grain-based spirit that’s often served in shot glasses. It is often called the Korean vodka, since it’s smooth, mild, and mostly neutral. It also happens to be the best-selling liquor in the world by volume and gaining more fans each day, with good reason.
The market for soju is booming big time, showing a sales percentage increase in the double digits. It has a lot to do with the rising popularity of the Korean pop culture driving much of the interest behind. With popular Korean shows on Netflix streaming scenes of Koreans enjoying this spirit, people are getting curious about how this Korean national drink taste like.
Nowadays, there are a wide variety of soju flavours available, ranging from traditional to fruit-flavoured.
The soju drinking etiquette also has a lot to say about the Korean culture. When people dine out in Korea, the hierarchy in age is an important factor. The youngest person at the table pours and refills everyone’s glasses, and you traditionally accept your glass with both hands as a sign of respect. You’ll never see a Korean pouring soju for themselves.
If you’re looking to try soju, or are simply curious about this Korean national drink, come join this soju tasting event. You will get the chance to taste the traditional soju and other different flavours. We will also share more about the food and drink culture in Korea.
About the Event
When: 6:00 – 6:30pm, 8 August (Tuesday).
Where: Dear Asia Aldgate Centre
Who: All are welcome! Just come a little earlier before your evening class and have fun with your classmates and teachers!
How much: £20 (Free for our students!)
RSVP for the event: If you are a DA student, please RSVP above. If you are not, you might have to purchase event tickets from our Eventbrite page.