Hands-On Soju & Makgeolli Class in Mapo-gu

Name: Hands-On Soju & Makgeolli Class in Mapo-gu
Brand: SeoulFoodTour
Price: 65 USD
Availability: InStock

5.0(39 reviews)

•Provided by:Baekusaeng Makgeolli

⭐ 5/5 (39 reviews) | 💰 $65 | ⏱️ Duration: 1.5 hours | 👥 Max Up to 10 people

💡What is the Hands-On Soju & Makgeolli Class in Mapo-gu?

This 1.5-hour hands-on soju and makgeolli tasting class in Seoul's Mapo-gu district runs from $65 at the Baekusaeng Makgeolli brewery. You'll taste craft makgeolli (milky rice wine) made in-house alongside soju (Korean distilled spirit), with light snacks served for tasting. Best for adults 19+ curious about Korean drinks — the listing doesn't state it replaces a meal.

Tour at a Glance

Duration	1.5 hours
Price (from)	$65 per person
Alcohol	Included
Format	Hands-on — you cook
Meeting point	백구생 (Baekusaeng Makgeolli) 마포구 굴레방로 9길 60 By Bus or Taxi - Please take the bus to 웨딩타운버스정류장 (Wedding Town bus stop) - Tell the taxi driver to drop you off at the bus stop
Weather	Indoors — weather-independent
Group size	Small groups available
Languages	Korean, English, Spanish
Operator	Baekusaeng Makgeolli
Cancellation	Free cancellation available
Rating	5/5 (39 reviews)

DurationPrice (from)

1.5 hours$65 per person

DurationAlcohol

1.5 hoursIncluded

DurationFormat

1.5 hoursHands-on — you cook

DurationMeeting point

1.5 hours백구생 (Baekusaeng Makgeolli) 마포구 굴레방로 9길 60 By Bus or Taxi - Please take the bus to 웨딩타운버스정류장 (Wedding Town bus stop) - Tell the taxi driver to drop you off at the bus stop

DurationWeather

1.5 hoursIndoors — weather-independent

DurationGroup size

1.5 hoursSmall groups available

DurationLanguages

1.5 hoursKorean, English, Spanish

DurationOperator

1.5 hoursBaekusaeng Makgeolli

DurationCancellation

1.5 hoursFree cancellation available

DurationRating

1.5 hours5/5 (39 reviews)

🔄Price & reviews last verified on July 12, 2026

👨‍🍳 What Makes This Worth Booking

This Baekusaeng Makgeolli class in Mapo-gu puts you inside a working brewery rather than a bar, where the makgeolli you taste is craft-brewed on-site. The format is hands-on, so you engage with the drinks directly instead of just being poured a flight. The small setting — up to 10 people — keeps it close to the brewer, and the class runs in Korean, English, or Spanish.

🍜 The Experience

This is a 1.5-hour hands-on class centered on Korean rice-based drinks at the Baekusaeng Makgeolli brewery in Mapo-gu.

The core of the class is soju (Korean distilled spirit) — the listing frames it as unlocking the "secrets" of the spirit and introducing the flavors and trends shaping today's soju market. Expect a guided tasting approach rather than a bar pour.

Alongside the soju, you'll taste craft makgeolli (milky rice wine) brewed in-house at Baekusaeng, served for ages 20 to 80 per the operator's note. Light snacks accompany the tastings.

The listing doesn't provide a structured stop-by-stop itinerary or a specific tasting count — the shape of the class comes from the brewery description, so ask the operator directly if you want a precise pour count before booking.

💰 Is It Worth It?

Our verdict: At $65, this Baekusaeng Makgeolli class in Mapo-gu doesn't state a tasting count, so a per-tasting figure can't be calculated honestly — ask the operator how many pours are included before you weigh the price. For comparison, buying makgeolli or soju yourself in Seoul runs roughly ₩5,000–15,000 a bottle, so a $65 class isn't about the liquid — it buys the hands-on brewery setting, the guided soju walkthrough, and a small group of up to 10.

Worth it if:

You want a hands-on, brewery-based introduction to soju and makgeolli rather than drinking at a bar
You value a small group (up to 10) and multilingual delivery (Korean, English, Spanish)
You're 19+ and specifically curious about how Korean rice-based drinks are made

Skip it if:

You want a full meal — the listing only mentions light snacks, not a dinner-replacing spread
You need a confirmed number of pours before paying $65 — the tasting count isn't stated, so this is a booking-blind spend until you ask

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💡 Prices may vary based on date and group size. Current tour highlighted.

✅ What's Included

Light snacks for tasting
Craft makgeolli from the Baekusaeng Makgeolli brewery (served ages 20 to 80)

❌ Not Included

The listing doesn't state what's excluded — confirm transport to the brewery and any extra pours with the operator, as reaching Baekusaeng requires a bus or taxi.

🥗 Dietary & Comfort

The listing doesn't address vegetarian, vegan, halal, or gluten-free needs — ask the operator before booking. This is an alcohol-focused class: makgeolli and soju are the featured items, and the makgeolli is noted for ages 20 to 80, so this is strictly an adult experience (Korea's legal drinking age is 19).

The class is held indoors at the brewery, making it weather-independent. The listing does not flag wheelchair accessibility, and it provides no spice or allergy information about the light snacks — confirm both directly if they matter to you.

ℹ️ Practical Info

Meeting Point: Baekusaeng Makgeolli (백구생), Mapo-gu, Gullebang-ro 9-gil 60. By bus, take it to the Wedding Town bus stop (웨딩타운버스정류장); by taxi, ask the driver to drop you at that bus stop.
What to Bring: Some cash is commonly useful in Seoul for any extra purchases, though the listing doesn't specify.

🤫 Insider Tip

There's no subway-level meeting point given — Baekusaeng is reached by bus or taxi to the Wedding Town bus stop (웨딩타운버스정류장), so save that Korean stop name to show a driver and pad your arrival time accordingly.

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SeoulFoodTour Editorial Review

4.1

★★★★★★★★★★SeoulFoodTour Rating — independent editorial score

“Soju gets a proper classroom treatment here, not just a bar pour. Baekusaeng Makgeolli runs this hands-on session for groups of up to 10, keeping the format genuinely intimate over 90 minutes. The listing doesn't specify how many tastings are included or whether dietary needs can be accommodated, which makes it harder to plan around restrictions or gauge the pour-to-price ratio at $65. Smart choice for: travelers curious about Korean drinking culture who want structured context rather than self-guided trial and error.”

By SeoulFoodTour Editorial TeamJul 12, 2026

⭐ Guest Reviews

5.0(39 reviews)

Verified reviews from travelers who booked this tour through GetYourGuide

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Does this class replace a meal?▾

No — the listing only includes light snacks for tasting, not a full meal. Eat beforehand and treat this as a drinks-focused class.

Can I join if I don't drink alcohol?▾

The class is built around soju and makgeolli tastings, so it's designed for drinkers 19+. The listing doesn't mention a non-alcoholic option — ask the operator if that's a concern.

What language is the class in?▾

It's offered in Korean, English, and Spanish. Confirm your preferred language when booking so the operator can schedule accordingly.

How do I get to the brewery?▾

Reach Baekusaeng Makgeolli in Mapo-gu by bus or taxi to the Wedding Town bus stop (웨딩타운버스정류장). There's no listed subway exit, so allow extra travel time.