Brew Nutty Brown Rice Makgeolli at Home in 24 Hours – No Container Needed

Enjoy the cozy taste of Korean makgeolli at home with the K-Makgeolli DIY Brown Rice Korean Rice Wine Kit (No Container). This simple DIY kit lets you brew traditional-style Korean rice wine in about 24 hours using a clean container you already own – no brewing experience or special equipment required.

Each kit focuses on a single, wholesome flavor: nutty, earthy Brown Rice makgeolli. Just mix the powder with water, let it ferment, and the next day you can enjoy a smooth, lightly sparkling rice wine with gentle sweetness and tang. It is a fun, hands-on way to experience authentic Korean drinking culture and share it with friends, family, or guests at home.

During fermentation, yeast and lactobacillus work together to create makgeolli’s signature creamy body and subtle fizz. Each serving contains a high count of lactobacillus (about 290 million per serving), along with prebiotic fructooligosaccharides (FOS) instead of typical artificial sweeteners, supporting a more balanced, rounded taste and a gut-friendly fermentation profile.

Why This Brown Rice Makgeolli Kit Is Special

• Single-Flavor Focus – Brown Rice: Enjoy the wholesome, toasty and earthy character of whole brown rice, which brings depth and grain-forward flavor to your homemade makgeolli.
• Ready in About 24 Hours: Unlike traditional long-aging rice wines, this kit is designed for a quick, simple brew – mix, ferment at room temperature, and enjoy the next day.
• Lactobacillus-Rich Fermentation: Formulated to provide around 290 million lactobacillus per serving, helping create the classic creamy, mildly tangy makgeolli profile.
• Prebiotic FOS Sweetening: Uses prebiotic fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and steviol glycosides instead of typical artificial sweeteners, for a smoother sweetness and a more modern, better-for-you twist on traditional makgeolli.
• No Container Included: This is the No Container version of the kit – ideal if you already have a clean jar, pitcher, or fermentation vessel at home. Just be sure it is food-safe and large enough for bubbling during fermentation.
• Great for Gifting & Gatherings: A unique, conversation-starting gift for foodies, homebrewers, and anyone who loves Korean culture, K-dramas, or trying new drinking experiences.

What’s Included (No Container Version)

This Brown Rice K-Makgeolli kit does not include a plastic fermentation container. You will receive:

• 3 x 150g Brown Rice Makgeolli Mix Packs – each pack is designed to be mixed with water in your own container to create a full batch of nutty brown rice makgeolli.

The mix contains brown rice, yeast blends, and sweetening and acidity regulators such as steviol glycoside and citric acid, calibrated for reliable home fermentation and flavor balance.

How to Use (Simple Home Brewing)

1. Prepare Your Container – Choose a clean, food-grade container (like a jar or pitcher) with enough extra space for foaming and bubbles during fermentation.
2. Mix the Powder with Water – Empty one 150g brown rice makgeolli pack into the container, add water according to the on-pack instructions, and stir thoroughly until the powder dissolves.
3. Let It Ferment – Cover loosely (to allow gas to escape) and leave at room temperature for about 24 hours. Fermentation time can vary slightly with temperature.
4. Chill, Stir & Enjoy – Once fermentation is complete, refrigerate, gently stir to recombine sediment, and serve cold in bowls or cups. Pair with Korean pancakes (jeon), fried dishes, or your favorite snacks.

For best results, always use clean utensils and follow the detailed instructions printed on each pouch. Flavor, sweetness, and carbonation may vary slightly depending on water temperature, ambient temperature, and fermentation time.

Ingredients & Important Info

• Net Weight: 150g x 3 packs
• Ingredients (mix): Brown Rice, Rice Mixed Preparation (Yeast, Sorbitan Fatty Acid Ester, Ascorbic Acid), Food Additives (Active Dry Yeast), Steviol Glycoside, Citric Acid, and prebiotic components such as FOS.
• Origin: Product inspired by traditional Korean makgeolli brewing

Important: Makgeolli is an alcoholic beverage that forms during fermentation. It should only be consumed by adults of legal drinking age in your country or region. Please enjoy responsibly and in moderation, and do not drink and drive.