Hana Makgeolli Brewery & Tasting Room - Brooklyn, New York

Earnest L.

$18 fair price to charge for 3x 2oz flights. Especially for a craft small batch place. No wait when we walked in on a weekend afternoon.

No added sugar/artificial flavors so way more sour than the stuff in ktown. Some almost reminded me of an unsweetened lassi.

Also slightly higher ABV (12ish%). Definitely shouldn’t expect it to taste similar to the stuff in ktown.

Bartender was super helpful in walking us through the different types and what to expect.

Overall super cool experience and super unique drinks.

Matcha pandan mocktail ($10) unironically best drink I had there. Out of this world. Love the richness of the coconut milk & pandan paired cut by the yuzu. Probably amazing w/ alcohol too.

Felix T.

Stopped in on an early Sunday afternoon before it was too full. Very friendly and helpful staff that guided us through their Makgeolli selections as we did their house flight. We enjoyed that and their tofu and kimchi dish with rice that was a great accompaniment and was a bigger portion than we were expecting. We also tried few of their cocktails that features their house brews as ingredients. While the makgeolli honestly didn't shine through super clear for us, the drinks were still really good. A great playlist and relaxing atmosphere really made this perfect for a chill Sunday afternoon stop.

JR C.

Came on Sunday for the sunny banchan pop up; quite disappointing.

Kimbap rice quite hard, and the pickle used inside kimbap, is actually a substitute compared to the pic posted on instagram, as server explained there was a change of banchan. And I don’t quite taste any sweetness nor freshness of the scallop as the pickles completely overpowered the seafood.

6 plates of 1/4 cup banchan each, no refill with one bowl of rice, refillable, for $30, we don’t order.

Yondje C.

This place is what you can hope for an authentic Korean experience. Local amazing Makgeolli, Takju is such a great liquor. Everything is delicious from drinks to food. Especially loved the bossam. Will definitely go back and even bring my picky Korean parents!!

Nicholas C.

We had the chance to visit this spot for lunch and were blown away by the savoriness of the dishes we shared. We ordered for our group and went with the Pa Jeon, Dubu Kimchi, and the Bossam dishes. Overall tasty, savory, and mouth watering in all the best ways. My favorite dish was the bossam which included some of the best pork belly I've ever had the pleasure of tasting. Service was good too! It's a small spot but they had servers waiting on us very frequently. I'd come here with friends for a guaranteed great meal!

Sonia T.

Great space to gather with friends and have delicious drinks and anju. The menu was limited but the dishes were excellent and quite fulfilling. They exceeded my expectations! We ordered pajeon (scallion/chive pancake), kimchi arancini (must order), and steamed tofu with an extra side of kimchi which I highly recommend. A friend ordered the banana milk cocktail which was nice and strong and I ordered the health is wealth mocktail which has all my fave ingredients—well-balanced and unique flavors. Service was friendly and the space is bright and inviting. Will definitely return to try makgeolli flights and other dishes!

Grace M.

Hana Makgeolli is an absolute gem! From the moment you step into their Brooklyn space, you can feel the passion and dedication behind their craft. Their commitment to traditional brewing methods, organic ingredients, and natural fermentation results in the most exquisite, high-quality makgeolli I’ve ever tasted outside of Korea.

Every sip is a perfect balance of creaminess, light effervescence, and complex flavors—whether it’s the beautifully floral Hwaju 12 or the rich, slightly sweet Takju 16. It’s clear they put immense care into every batch, and you can taste the difference.

Beyond the incredible drinks, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the team is beyond knowledgeable and friendly. Whether you’re a longtime makgeolli fan or completely new to it, they make the experience approachable, educational, and fun. Their tastings and events are a fantastic way to dive into the history and art of Korean rice wine.

If you appreciate thoughtfully crafted, small-batch beverages with deep cultural roots, Hana Makgeolli is an absolute must-visit. I can’t recommend them enough—truly one of the best drinking experiences in New York! 🍶✨

Asia C.

First time visiting here and it was lovely. We came at a time when it was more slow and the vibe was just right. All of the drinks we ordered were delicious I was in love with the Takju 16 which is their most famous one. We also got the pa jeon but the food Selection isn't very big. So you may went to eat before you come but the food is very delicious from what we had. I will be coming back again and will be buying bottles from here