As autumn deepens, enjoy a traditional wine and gourmet trip to Jeollanam-do

▲ Yeosu Seodaehoe
Yeosu, Suncheon, Naju, and Goheung, where you can taste traditional liquor and delicacies in the deepening fall, have been selected as recommended tourist destinations in Jeollanam-do in November.

Nando Island in Yeosu is a volcanic landform that produces makgeolli with a mild taste thanks to its natural environment rich in iron.

Nangdo Makgeolli, which has continued the tradition for four generations, allows you to experience the deep taste of makgeolli with 100 years of history.

Seodaehoe, which is great to eat together, is seasoned with natural vinegar made from mukgeolli, so it has a light, sour taste with less fishy smell.

Because of its unique flavor, Nando Makgeolli is great to enjoy with seafood dishes, so you can enjoy your fall trip by tasting Yeosu’s fresh seafood and Nando Makgeolli together.

▲ Suncheon Brewery craft beer [전라남도]
Suncheon Brewery in Suncheon also operates a beer store with an exotic atmosphere.

You can taste craft beer made from barley grown in Suncheon and plum cider, a carbonated beverage made from plums grown directly in Suncheon, along with handmade hamburgers.

In addition, you can taste and take away a variety of draft beers made using traditional methods that tell the story of Suncheon, the so-called ‘ecological capital’, such as black cranes, Suncheon Bay, Waon, and Naganeupseong Fortress.

The six types of beer made from various fruits are especially popular with female customers, and you can purchase craft beer as a gift packaged with a cork to maintain good taste.

▲ Naju tea ceremony Chamju Makgeolli [전라남도]
Naju Dado Chamju Brewery is a makgeolli brewery with a tradition since the 1960s, producing raw makgeolli, pine makgeolli, and fruit makgeolli.

Among them, ‘Labong’ makgeolli made with plenty of ground Hallabong won the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Award at the 2023 Korea Korean Liquor Competition.

You can learn about the history of Naju traditional liquor by participating in a makgeolli making experience program at a brewery, and enjoy an autumn gourmet trip by tasting skate and makgeolli together at Naju Yeongsanpo Hongeo Street.

▲ Goheung Yuja Makgeolli [전라남도]
Goheung’s citron liquor is a traditional liquor such as Cheongju, Yakju, Takju, and Dongdongju made using citrons grown in the Goheung region.

Goheung citron grows in a warm maritime climate with sea breezes and has a rich aroma. Citron liquor has a refreshing and sweet taste and low alcohol content, making it suitable for drinking as an aperitif.

There are many restaurants in Goheung Nokdong Port where you can taste eel dishes and raw fish, so you can enhance the satisfaction of your trip by serving raw fish caught in the Goheung sea with yuzu makgeolli.

You can also try a variety of desserts made with yuzu at the cafe, such as yuzu e-inspaner, yuzu smoothie, and yuzu scones.

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