In the dim glow of a high-end bar nestled on the 17th floor of a luxury hotel in Gangnam, Seoul, the city pulses beneath like a living heartbeat. The skyline is a sea of lights—white, gold, and a thousand hues of blue—each window a flicker of someone’s story. Jazz hums in the background. The bartender, wearing a pressed white shirt and a knowing smile, slides a cocktail across the marble counter. “This one,” he says in near-whisper, “is called Midnight Samtaek.”

It looks like something out of a dream: golden-hued, garnished with a delicate sliver of ginseng root and a twist of lemon. But it’s not just the aesthetics that impress. The drink carries the earthy warmth of Korean black ginseng, balanced with the subtle fire of vodka and a whisper of floral sweetness. It’s unlike anything you’ve ever tasted.

And as you take that first sip, there’s a stillness. A weight. The taste lingers, deeper than expected—almost like a memory.

This Father’s Day, we're bringing that moment home.

RootTerra’s Geumheuk Everygin Mild (Black Ginseng Extract Stick) and 6-Year Korean Red Ginseng Stick aren't just functional health products. They’re bottled heritage, rooted in centuries of Korean tradition. And now, they form the soul of two modern Korean cocktails designed for a toast that carries meaning.

Why Korean Ginseng in Cocktails?

For thousands of years, ginseng has been revered in Korea not only for its medicinal value but as a symbol of endurance, vitality, and wisdom passed down through generations. Black ginseng, processed through nine cycles of steaming and drying (called “goojeung-goopo”), becomes more potent and absorbable, its bitterness transformed into an elegant, smoky complexity. Red ginseng, steamed once, retains a balance of sweet and earthy—great for revitalization and immune support.

Used in cocktails, these ginseng extracts become more than health elixirs. They become narratives in a glass—perfect for honoring the fathers who raised us, shaped us, and stood strong without asking for applause.

Cocktail 1: “Midnight Samtaek (삼택)” – Black Ginseng Vodka Elixir

Named after a mythical root said to grow where three mountains meet, this cocktail is a tribute to quiet power.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz vodka (Korean Jinro soju for a more local twist works too)

• 1 stick (10ml) Geumheuk Everygin Mild – Black Ginseng Extract

• 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur or Korean maesil (plum) syrup

• 2 dashes lemon juice

• Ice cubes

• Lemon peel or dried ginseng slice (garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, black ginseng extract, lemon juice, and your chosen floral syrup.

2. Add ice and shake until the shaker is frosted.

3. Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass over a single large cube.

4. Garnish with a curled lemon peel or a slice of dried ginseng.

5. Sip slowly. Let the depth unfold.

Cocktail 2: “Golden Hongsam Fizz” – Red Ginseng Citrus Sparkler

Bright and elegant, this cocktail channels the vibrancy of Korean summer markets and your father’s infectious laughter.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz vodka or Korean cheongju (clear rice wine)

• 1 stick 6-Year Korean Red Ginseng Extract

• 0.75 oz fresh orange juice

• 0.25 oz honey yuzu syrup

• Sparkling water or tonic

• Ice

• Orange twist or edible flower (garnish)

Instructions:

1. Combine vodka, red ginseng extract, orange juice, and honey yuzu syrup in a shaker.

2. Shake with ice and strain into a tall glass filled with ice.

3. Top with chilled sparkling water.

4. Garnish with an orange twist or flower for color.

5. Let every sip rise like a sunrise.

Why This Cocktail Is the Perfect Father's Day Gift

This isn’t about showing off. It’s about showing up.

These drinks are for the dads who gave silently. Who drove you to early morning practices, who never missed a school recital, who stayed up late worrying when you didn’t come home on time. These cocktails are a salute to their quiet sacrifices and enduring presence.

So rather than a bottle of whiskey or a necktie, offer something with intention this year. Give him a drink that carries the weight of time, culture, and your gratitude—rooted in Korea, poured with heart, and designed for sharing a moment.

Raise a glass. To strength. To fathers. To roots that run deep.

More Than a Drink—A Gift Rooted in Health and Heritage

This Father’s Day, don’t just give a gift—give meaning.
These ginseng-infused cocktails are more than stylish drinks. They’re a blend of culture, wellness, and shared memories.

Crafted with:

• Geumheuk Everygin Mild – Korean Black Ginseng Extract Stick (10ml x 30 pouches)
  Slow-extracted for 48 hours to preserve the full essence of nine-times-steamed black ginseng, this stick delivers rich antioxidants and high absorption in one smooth sip.

• 6-Year Korean Red Ginseng Stick (100 Count)
  Made with premium 6-year-old Korean red ginseng, each stick supports energy, immune health, and overall vitality—with zero artificial additives.

And the best part? Both of these products are now part of our limited-time BOGO50% Father’s Day offer.
Buy one, get the second at 50% off—perfect for gifting or stocking up for the season.

Celebrate Father’s Day with something deeper.
Shop the BOGO50% Father’s Day Special Collection now:
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