makgeolli
/mækˈɡoʊl.i/
Korean Origin
Food & Drink
Original Word
막걸리
Hangul (makgeolli)
Entered English
2010s
First recorded usage in English
The Story Behind "makgeolli"
From Korean 'makgeolli' (막걸리), a milky, lightly sparkling rice wine that is Korea's oldest alcoholic beverage, dating back over 2,000 years. It has seen a resurgence in popularity among young Koreans and international drinkers.
Example Usage
"We ordered a bowl of makgeolli and some pajeon to share."