K-Culture Talk: Korean Traditional Alcohol (K-Sool) Workshop (August 3)

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 1 | The Art of Korean Traditional Alcohol (K-Sool) & Fermentation

📅 Monday, August 3, 2026

🕕 6:00–8:30 PM

✨ A lecture on Korean traditional alcohol culture, a guided tasting of five traditional beverages, and a unique skincare experience inspired by natural ingredients from Korean traditional liquor.

A nominal participation fee will apply. After submitting your participation application, your registration will be finalized only after the $20 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.

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