Ginger Makgeolli Twist

The effervescent Korean rice brew brings brightness to this warming, refreshing cocktail.

Makes
1 cocktail
Time
5 minutes

PHOTO: MURRAY HALL • FOOD STYLING: BEN WEINER

Updated on February 4, 2026

Rum and ginger liqueur lend a tropical note to Hana Makgeolli brewer Alice Jun’s refreshing twist cocktail. For this recipe, seek out an undiluted, premium version of the Korean rice beverage, such as Jun’s Takju 16.

Featured in: “Makgeolli Magnate Alice Jun Is Spreading Korean Culture, One Bottle at a Time” by Juliana Sohn.

Ingredients

4 oz. undiluted makgeolli, such as Hana Makgeolli Takju 16
2 oz. ginger liqueur, such as Domaine de Canton
2 oz. white rum
Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

To a mixing glass filled halfway with ice, add the makgeolli, ginger liqueur, and rum. Stir until well chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into a collins glass, garnish with a lemon peel, and serve.

To a mixing glass filled halfway with ice, add the makgeolli, ginger liqueur, and rum. Stir until well chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into a collins glass, garnish with a lemon peel, and serve.