Namsan Sool Club
Pouring the kimchi brine for the pickle/soju shots
Verdict: Run
Type: Craft Liquors Bar
Location: Seoul, South Korea (Itaewon)
Address: 228-2 Noksapyeong-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Exterior of the bar
Must Try Items: Pickle shot
Cost: ~5k-15k KRW per drink (typically makkeli, soju, or another liquor)
We paid 119,000 KRW for 4 people, where we had 11 drinks total
Comments:
The Namsan Sool Club, located in Itaewon, stands out as one of my most favourite experiences in Seoul.
It boasts an impressive collection of over 90 local beverages, predominantly featuring makgeolli but also showcasing craft sojus and other distinctively Korean liquors.
The club prides itself on offering a variety of beverages tailored to individual flavor profiles, demonstrating a commitment to personalized service.
Showcasing different makkeoli
Different Korean liquors on display
What we drank
Pouring rice wine on the outside balcony
Pouring rice wine at the indoor bar seating
The staff's expertise shines as they adeptly recommend selections based on guests' preferences, enhancing the tasting experience. Dustin and June were awesome.
I’d definitely come back to the Namsan Sool Club for its distinctive offerings and memorable experiences.
What we drank
A standout experience was the Korean pickle shot, an innovative twist on a familiar concept, replacing traditional pickle juice with kimchi juice to accompany a high-proof soju shot, offering a uniquely briny and delightful flavour.
Explaining soju 1 for pickle shot
Explaining soju 2 for pickle shot
Pouring the soju for the pickle shots
Tea-style alcoholic beverage that tasted kind of like a miso soup
