Damyang's Top Distilled Liquor 'Jukhyang41' Wins Grand Prize at Our Liquor Tasting Contest

Using Damyang Organic Rice, Characterized by Unique Aroma and Clean Taste

[Damyang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Damyang-produced soju ‘Jukhyang41’ was selected as the best distilled liquor and received the grand prize at this year’s Korea Traditional Liquor Competition.

According to the county on the 22nd, the Korea Traditional Liquor Competition is hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and organized by the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT) to select and award excellent products to improve the quality and competitiveness of traditional liquors.

The competition is divided into five categories (takju, yak/cheongju, fruit wine, distilled liquor, and other liquors) and selects winners through document evaluation such as the ratio of domestic agricultural products and liquor quality certification achievements, as well as product evaluation including aroma and taste.

Damyang Agricultural Corporation Jukhyangdoga’s Jukhyang41 (Damyanghyang Gold Label) was selected as the grand prize winner in the distilled liquor category this year among 234 products submitted across the five categories, after document evaluation, sensory evaluation, and purchase intention evaluation by the national jury panel.

‘Jukhyang41’ is a premium distilled soju with 41% alcohol content, made by fermenting organic rice grown in clean Damyang, distilling it using traditional soju manufacturing techniques, and aging it at low temperature for five years. It is characterized by its unique aroma and clean taste.

The selected product will be awarded prize money and a plaque at the opening ceremony of the ‘2021 Korea Traditional Liquor Festival’ to be held at the aT Center on November 19, and will receive support for various online and offline promotions.

County Governor Choi Hyungsik said, “Jukhyang41 is a local specialty liquor made from organic rice produced in our county, recommended as a toast and banquet drink at various events,” and added, “We plan to actively support expanding sales channels and promotions to revitalize sales of agricultural products made from local eco-friendly agricultural products.”

‘Jukhyang41’ can be purchased at a 10% discount at Damyang Jangteo, a specialty online mall for Damyang agricultural and specialty products.

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