The fantastic world of somaek: a cocktail that surprises
If you have ever wondered what to share with friends on a night of laughs in South Korea, the somaek is the perfect answer. This explosive cocktail, a lovely soju and beer mixture, has conquered palates and is the soul of the party. Ready to explore everything that Somaek has to offer you?
What the hell is Somaek?
The somaek (소맥) is like the hug of the bear in the form of drink: warm, cozy and, in most cases, very funny. Your secret? SOJU mixture, a typical Korean liquor, and beer, which translates into a combination of softness and spark. The ideal proportion is generally 30% Soju and 70% beer. But remember, nobody is giving mathematics lessons!
What is the best beer for Somaek?
Not all beers are the same, and choosing the right one for your somaek can be the beginning of a great story (or a great disaster). Light beers, like the American Lagers, are your best allies. Hite and Cass are the stars to follow, but if the gluten-refree diaspora is your path, a sorghum beer or even a dry cider will make you feel like a true myxologist in the Korean world.
Maridando the somaek: more than just drink
In Korea, the motto is clear: a good dish accompanies a good drink. The ‘anju’ (안주) are that magical companion that will make each somaek sip a delight. From dry squid to fried chicken, the combination of flavors faces the salty and deserving of spicy is the favorite. Prepare for an explosion of flavors!
The Somaek master recipe
Preparing a somaek could be one of the easiest things in the world, but the trick is how you do it. Here we show you some fun and crazy versions:
Classic somaek, the king of the party
1. Fill a long glass with 30% soju and then, like an artist, pour the beer until completing. VOILÁ!
Somaekcol, the sweetness that arrives after
2. Fill a glass of shoot with tail and stack it. Fill the other glass with Soju and bathe everything with beer. This experience is named after ‘Gojingamrae’: sweetness comes after bitterness.
Soju Bomb, fun explosion!
3. Fill a large glass with beer and make a Shot glass full of soju fall into it. The result? An eruptive and exciting mix that is best lived in company.
Games and tricks to enjoy your somaek
In Korea, the art of drinking Somaek goes beyond the simple drink. Games are a fundamental part of fun. From the tsunami to the taekwondo shoot, the ways of creating spark and bubbles are inexhaustible.
Soju Tsunami, prepare for the wave!
Lightly hits the glass to generate foam. Carbonation was never so artistic!
Cappuccino Shot, Bubbles and Music
Pour and stir to create a bubble experience. Serve and see how everyone is amazed!
Taekwondo Shot, a blow of sugar and party
Balance a shoot in the big glass and distract your friends while throwing your fist into drinking drink. Laughter are guaranteed!
Final reflections and perspectives
Somaek is more than just a drink; It is a ritual, a sharing and an explosion of flavors, where friendship and laughter are the most important ingredients. So, the next time you are facing a bottle of soju and beer, remember: what matters is not only what you drink, but with whom you enjoy it. Health!
