Soju is a national identity in Korea

Original soju is made by the mixing of rice, wheat, barley and potatoes follow the original Korean long inherited. The drink is so clear, smooth and Odorless . If you drink too much, you may be very drunk because of the high alcohol content of 25-45%

Koreans usually take seniority at every opportunity, not even drinking. The first glass to start drinking, the youngest in the table should to pour. The way to pour is to use two hands to support and holding a bottle. Touch the arm or elbow yourself to show humility and respect. Meanwhile If the adults pour alcohol to us, the younger one has to use two hands to hold the glass as well. It is a manners and traditions that have long been practiced.

Geon-bae Soju Stories

Normally, we’ll hear the word “Goen-Bae” (건배), which is the official Korean word for clinking glasses that expressing “Drink a glass at once” as of the Korean-style.

Soju is a drink of friendship and celebration. There is no complicated and need not to have luxurious atmosphere, if only to have a chance to drink with your best friend.

Currently, Thais prefer to drink soju more because of the influences from the series, fashion and music of Korea. Even Thai films that convey a Korean perspective, such as “Guan Mun Ho” has made soju become a popular drink for friendship in Thailand.

How to Drink Geon-bae

The way to drinking “Geon-Bae” to make it delicious is suitable for Korean barbecue such as Korean traditional grilled pork, grilled pork ribs and also kimchi to cut the greasy and bring the taste of food and drink mixed together. Nevertheless fried foods are also well-suited to soju such as fried chicken coated with Korean sauce eat with pickled radish will bring you to the most delicious.

Drinking soju with foods help you to flavor the food more delicious. Whether you are drinking with friends at the office, at the restaurant or at home, it makes every moment special. And do not forget to say “Geon-Bae” every time you clink the glasses to appreciate the moment.