Drain the soaked rice in a colander for 30 minutes to remove all excess water, then steam in a steamer for 40 minutes until it becomes firm godubap (hard-cooked rice).
Spread the finished godubap evenly on a wide tray and let it cool completely until all heat dissipates.
Add the measured amounts of traditional nuruk, spring water, and refreshing yuja-cheong to the completely cooled godubap.
Knead thoroughly by hand, pressing and squeezing until the rice grains absorb all the liquid, becoming smooth and sticky on the outside.
Place the finished dough into a sanitized fermentation container and ferment for about one week, stirring once or twice a day, then strain through a sieve to finish.
Wash glutinous rice clean, soak, steam for 40 minutes, then cool the godubap completely.
Mix nuruk, spring water, and yuja-cheong into the cooled godubap, knead by hand until all moisture is absorbed.
Place in a fermentation container, age for a week while stirring daily, then strain and drink clear.
Cooking tips 💡
Yeast and enzymes are heat-sensitive; always ensure the godubap is completely cooled before adding nuruk to prevent fermentation failure.
Once fermentation starts, stir once a day with a clean spatula, scraping deep to the bottom and flipping to release gas and ensure even aging.
Ttukdak Hyung's Makgeolli
A simple homemade makgeolli made with fresh rice, sweet rice syrup, and instant yeast, perfect for enjoying at home.