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Soju Tasting at Distillery - story of 3 pigs

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Overview

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English

1 hour 30 minutes

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Korean alcohol is a lot more than just a green bottle of soju, which is diluted ethanol with artificial sweetener. Broadly, Korean alcohols are divided into Tak-ju (unfiltered rice wine), Cheong-ju (filtered clear rice wine) and So-ju (distilled spirit). Here, we will focus on our specialty, soju, but we can also taste other types too.

Samhae soju was a beloved choice of spirit among the noble class of Joseon dynasty(1392~1894). This luxurious alcohol had caused cult following, but the making was so resource(rice)-heavy that production had to stop during famines. The current master, Hyeonjong Kim had learned and practiced for more than 10 years under master Taeksang Kim who had inherited and kept the recipe in the family. Sadly, master Taeksang Kim passed away in 2021. We will have a privilege to taste the history.

*For private groups, please make a private group reservation or message me. I can make changes according to your group needs.

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Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

- Learn about fun stories related to the distillery and Korean alcohols - Be inside a distillery not open to public. - Taste at least 7 different types of Korean alcohols made by a master distiller. - For spirit lovers. Our premium soju is 45% or above (90 proof or above). - Have a good time with other fellow tasters(up to 12 people in a group).

Sample Menu

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Rice Wine Tasting samplar

At least 7 different rice wines & spirits made at the distillery. Our soju is 45%.

What‘s Included

At least 7 different alcohols made in the distillery ranging from 18~50%.

plain crackers to cleanse your palate

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Reviews

4.97

166 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Must try if you like Soju

    Gavin B,,Nov 22, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Awesome time. Highly recommend. Very memorable experience. Sam was great and gave us a great education and fun time.

  • Go Soju!!

    UpkarKaur D,,Nov 12, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    I really enjoyed the whole experience. Getting to know how Soju is made and it's history and then trying to many different types. The host was very patient. He answered everyone's questions diligently. It felt like a bunch of friends conversing about Soju.

  • Amazing tour with Three Pigs

    jeviers2025,,Oct 24, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Amazing tour/experience with Sam at his distillery. Really casual and easy going. Expert knowledge and amazing Soju produced by them (Three Pigs) As a Soju lover this really opened my field of vision to beyond the typical green bottles. Would 100% recommend this tour/experience to anyone who is slightly interested in soju or local liqueur

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  • Great experience for anyone visiting Seoul

    Edward L,,Oct 10, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Really cool experience with delicious drinks and interesting facts about soju and surrounding traditions. Sam was a very welcoming, funny and knowledgeable host. Worth it even if you're not already a massive fan of soju!

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  • Something worth trying in Seoul

    selenem961,,Sep 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Had such a grea time and ended up learning stuff I had no idea abour. Sam is great at explaining everything and does takes the time to answer to everyone's questions.

  • Must do!

    Jia G,,Sep 29, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Had a great time learning about and tasting what real soju is compared to what’s in our local grocery stores. Sam was really easy to talk to and is really kind! Highly recommend!

  • Great starting framework for Korean spirits and drinking culture

    shawnhU2183ND,,Sep 25, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    A really fun and fantastic experience! Low key and no frills, but a unique experience and good starter for our trip to teach us a bit about Korean spirits! Sam our host was great! Knowledgeable and entertaining.

  • Intimate gathering with an easy-going guide

    113conniel,,Sep 15, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had such a great time with Sam at the soju tasting! We went in only knowing about the green bottle “soju” and left with so much more knowledge about the real soju. The atmosphere was intimate with only 6 other guests. Sam was easy-going and open to questions about soju and beyond, including Korean culture and society, best spots to eat, best places to drink, etc. We loved the unique experience so much that we purchased a bottle to go!

  • Must Do!

    Marissa A,,Jul 28, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    This was such a fun activity to do! Sam is a fantastic host and explain the Soju process very well. We loved hearing about the historical context as well. The best part was the conversation that flowed between our group and Sam as we enjoyed our Soju tasting. He was happy to talk to us about South Korean culture and answer any questions we had. To top it off Sam even gave us a detailed list of recommendations for dinner afterwards. Can’t say enough great things about this experience! So memorable.

  • This is the real deal!

    devilfish79,,Jul 17, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I highly recommend this experience if you want to taste real, genuine soju and talk with people who are genuinely passionate about the art of soju making. This is an authentic distillery experience. It's in a crowded, no frills, bare bones basement with equipment neatly crammed in and brewing taking place around you as you talk. The room smells of yeast. The walls are bare concrete. The soju makers are here to make soju, not to mess around. They have been making this recipe for over 600 years. Don't expect a wine tasting in a wood panelled tasting room with soft music. People are in professional gear, not pretty uniforms with logos. This guys are legit and so is the soju! Highly recommended.

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