Beer, also known as "maekju" in Korean, is the obvious beverage for Koreans when they want to relax after a hard day, grab a quick drink with friends, or simply want something to go with a dish of hot tteokbokki. To put it into perspective, the average Korean adult consumes about 83 bottles of beer a year. This cold, bubbly beverage is opened roughly twice a week.
Beer has been continuously rising to the top of the list of preferred alcoholic beverages. In many South Korean homes, it has become a familiar sight. Beer is as ubiquitous as the neon signs illuminating the streets of Seoul, and its experiences extend beyond the confines of the home. Explore more!
Popular Korean Beer Brand To Check Out
Terra by Hite Brewery Company LTD
If you appreciate your golden lagers, you'll adore this. Terra is a pale lager that pours a straw-coloured beer with white foam. The head remains in place for a long period and is fairly thick. Moreover, the lace is impressive. Barley grown in the Golden Triangle of Australia is used to make Terra. For your saucy snacks, this beer is a great match.
Max by Hite Brewery Company LTD
Many beers in this list contain a part of rice, not Max. Malted barley is the only ingredient used to make Max. Dry Finish is just what its name implies: it finishes dry. You can misinterpret this beer for a Sour due to its pronounced lemon flavour. It is a peculiar characteristic for an American Adjunct Lager.
OB Premier Pilsner by Oriental Brewery Co., LTD
"OB," as one might assume, stands for "Oriental Brewing." OB Premier Pilsner's flavour isn't the strongest. Nevertheless, macro beers—particularly pilsners—don't have robust flavours. Premier Pilsner of OB and Buffalo Wings are soulmates. However, the beer is quite strong in alcohol, so don't overindulge.
OB Blue by Oriental Brewery Co., LTD
OB Blue has an extremely light hue with a malty taste. The flavour behind the malty taste is the citric taste of lemongrass diluted with water. It is an excellent brew you can taste. Korean bars serve spicy soups late, and the OB Blue is so refreshing that it goes well with them. Need a palate cleanser for your spicy grub? Grab OB Blue.
Cafri by Oriental Brewery Co., LTD
Lager production is one area in which Oriental Brewery specialises. They also show that they can produce quality light lagers with Cafri. Born in 1995, Cafri is a mainstay of innumerable pubs and liquor stores in South Korea. This beer focuses on malt; it smells grainy and tastes the same. But there is a subtle citrusy (lemony) flavour amid the sea of malty sweetness.
Kloud Original Gravity by Lotte Liquor
Kloud Original Gravity is a unique pilsner that was launched and quickly became a hit. Having been introduced in 2014, the beer is currently among Korea's top five most popular. What can you expect from this golden pilsner? A bready, malty scent initially hits you. In terms of flavour, it has a sweet beginning and a little bitter end. Ideal for the hot Korean summers, this pilsner is great.
OB Golden Lager by Oriental Brewing Co., LTD
One of South Korea's oldest beers is OB Golden Lager. The establishment dates back to 1948. In times of conflict and conflict, OB Golden Lager has endured. It is proudly among the Korean Peninsula's top three most popular beers. OB Golden Lager has a light body and crispy taste. You will have a foam moustache with a taste to remember.
Cass Fresh by Oriental Brewery Co. LTD
With another victory, Oriental Brewery maintains its hold on the top three. The beer they currently offer is the American adjunct lager Cass Fresh, which has been available since 1995. Its light taste and refreshing finish make it a thirst quencher. This is the beer you need by your side when watching Korean baseball.
Hite By Hite Brewing Company LTD
Hite from Hite Brewing Company LTD is also the most well-known Korean beer. Hite Brewing Company was not the original name of this brewery, as you can see. Since its founding in 1933, it has been known as Chosun Beer Corporation. It sells quickly and has a fresh flavour that you can enjoy. You can always catch a glance at this beer in K-dramas and movies. Hite can be a refreshing drink with any Korean fried snack.