MAKGEOLLI
Seoul Naru 11.5: go sweet and full-bodied
A green-apple-like aroma does not make this a light drink. Seoul Naru 11.5 is a choice to explore for deep sweetness and substantial rice texture.
How does it taste?
Its profile describes green apple and melon notes with pronounced sweetness, little fizz and a fuller body.
What pairs with it?
Consider pan-fried meat patties called donggeurangttaeng or meat dumplings. Put a simple meat dish beside a sweet drink and see whether the pairing appeals.
- Product
- 11.5% ABV takju · 100% Gyeongbokgung rice · no sweeteners or additives
- Flavor
- Deep sweetness · weighty texture · green-apple aroma · long finish
- Independent tasting
- Light bitterness followed by sweetness · Korean-melon and melon aromas · no carbonation
- Pairing
- Meat dumplings or donggeurangttaeng · suggested in a small glass or over ice
- Reviewed
- 2026-08-30
A green-apple-like aroma does not make this a light drink. Seoul Naru 11.5 is a choice to explore for deep sweetness and substantial rice texture.
The backstory
Naru evokes a riverside ferry landing. Made by Hangang Brewery in Seongsu, the bottle gives you a connection to Seoul’s river and neighborhood names.
Sources
- Hangang Brewery · Makgeolli Naru 11.5's product details, flavor, naming background, and brewery location.
- Sooldamhwa · Naru Fresh Makgeolli 11.5% Independent tasting record, food pairings, and serving suggestions.