What's in this Course?

Click on the sections to see some of what we will be covering. More content, assignments and challenges will be added throughout your brewing journey!

  • 1

    What to Expect From This Course

  • 2

    We want to know a bit more about you!

    • Introduce Yourself to Fellow Brewers!
  • 3

    A Quick Re-Cap

    • Sool Brewing Fundamentals

    • Enzymes, Yeast & Bacteria
  • 4

    Multi-Stage Brewing Theory

    • Theory of Mitsul

    • Theory of Deotsul

    • Understanding the Deotsul

    • Korean Brewing Terminology Guide

    • Test Your Knowledge!
  • 5

    Recipe Design

    • Fundamentals of Recipe Design

    • Converting Existing Recipes

    • Brewing for Cheongju
  • 6

    Mitsul Techinque: Juk & Ssal Juk

    • Theory of Juk & Ssal Juk

    • Hwanggeumju & Seoktanju

    • Priming the Maepssal

    • Juk & Ssal Juk Rice Prep

    • Juk & Ssal Juk Execution

    • Incorporating the Juk & Ssal Juk

    • Juk Recipe - Seoktanju (석탄주)

    • Ssal Juk Recipe - Hwanggeumju (황금주)
  • 7

    Taking Care of Your Brew

    • Fermentation times

    • Picchia & Acetone

    • Troubleshooting
  • 8

    Filtering & Aging

    • Filtering Methods

    • Bottling Choices

    • Volume & Yield

    • Congratulations!
  • 9

    How did you enjoy the course?

    • Tell us what you thought!

Meet Your Teacher

Julia Mellor is the first English speaking specialist in Korean traditional alcohol, with over a decade of industry experience

Sool Specialist

Julia Mellor

Julia Mellor is the world's leading English-speaking expert in Korean traditional alcohol. Originally from Australia, Julia moved to Korea in 2007 and has dedicated the last 11 years of her life to educating and promoting 'Sool' around the world. As the founder of The Sool Company Korea, and now The Sool Company Netherlands, Julia has helped countless students to brew amazing makgeolli both for a hobby and commercial success. She has combined her two loves in life, sool and teaching, and is always striving to promote Korean alcohol internationally.

What some of our students are saying!

Below are just some of the reviews from our students in the 'Online Intro to Brewing Makgeolli Course'

Very Interesting & Informative

Laura Heyes

This is a great course for those just starting out in brewing makgeolli or brewing in general. Julia is incredibly knowledgeable and able to explain and show everything clearly. I highly recommend this course to anyone and I can't wait to see what courses come in the future!

Great for Everyone

- Intro to Makgeolli Brewing Student

The course format was very nice. As someone new to traditional Korean beverages the format made it very easy to understand and follow along. The infographics and terminology guides also made it easy to look things up along the way and as an overall recap/refresher.

In Depth & Effective

Intro to Brewing Makgeolli Student

I thought the course was put together very well. I appreciated the in depth explanation of the science throughout the process. I also, really liked the troubleshooting video. It helped me understand why my results are different every time. I am not completely new to brewing makgeolli, but the overall explanation from beginning to end is extremely effective.

You're in Good Hands!

Julia & The Sool Company have been featured in publications all over the world

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Why Pre-Order?

Take advantage of these added bonuses when you get in early. These additional bonuses are only available before the course launches on June 15th 2023.

  • Save 50% on the total course fee before June 15th

  • Get lifetime access to the course so you can always go back for a refresher when you need to

  • The first 20 students will be eligible for a 1:1 coaching session via Zoom with Julia worth $75 (conditions apply)

  • Get additional access to the Intro to Brewing Makgeolli Course for FREE

Not quite ready for the advanced course yet?

Try your hand at the fundamentals of brewing makgeolli first in our basic intro course!

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    $35.00Introduction to Brewing Makgeolli

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