JOO – New Makgeolli Bar & Restaurant with Modern Korean Fare

Miss Tam Chiak - JOO – New Makgeolli Bar & Restaurant with Modern Korean Fare

Located within a heritage three-storey shophouse opposite Bugis Junction, Joo is the latest trendsetting addition to a vibrant F&B scene. What’s in the name? ‘Joo’ is ‘alcohol’ in Korean – and Joo, the bar and restaurant takes it seriously, with a funky drinks menu complemented by quality food. It is the first in Singapore to proudly brew its signature drink – the makgeolli – as well as serve it on tap. Makgeolli is the oldest alcoholic beverage native to Korea. The first mention of the drink was in the founding story of Goguryeo Kingdom during the reign of King Dongmyeong (B.C.37 – B.C. 19). Unlike other traditional clear liquors like soju, makgeolli is not distilled after fermentation, resulting in its beautiful milky off-white colour and unique opaque appearance. Apart from its low alcohol content, makgeolli also contains amino acids, lactobacilli and vitamins B1, B2 an...

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