Tag: Anju

The standard size for one soju glass is most often 50 or 60 ml, making it slightly larger than many Western-style shot glasses. This capacity is specifically designed for the social, shared nature of drinking soju and influences how it is enjoyed within Korean culture.

With sales reaching record highs, soju is the world's best-selling liquor by volume, but many newcomers wonder how to drink it correctly. So, are you meant to sip or shoot soju? The answer reveals a fascinating blend of traditional respect for elders and modern, relaxed social customs.

While traditional soju was historically made from rice, a government ban on using rice for alcohol production in 1965 forever changed its core components. Today, the main ingredient of soju is not a single element but rather a varied list of starches, depending on the producer and method. This shift led to two distinct types of soju that are popular today.