Crafting Your Own Gin: A Botanical Experience for Young Spirits at Gombesa Farm

🥂Crafting Your Own Gin: A Botanical Experience for Young Spirits at Gombesa Farm

If you're in your 20s or 30s and looking for a fresh, fun, and classy hands-on experience, this is the one to bookmark.

At Gombesa Farm, we're stepping away from the usual gochujang and makgeolli fermentation classes. This time, it's all about gin—yes, the botanical liquor that's taken the craft cocktail world by storm.

When I first stepped into the farm, I was expecting rustic charm, but I was surprised to see an atmosphere that felt more like a modern bar. Sleek tools, elegant glassware, and herbs lined up like perfumes. It’s where farm meets mixology.

The name "Gombesa" is short for "The Bear Who Bit the Apple." There's a playful story behind it. Legend has it, a bear searching for honey found an apple so sweet that it took a bite and proclaimed truth itself. That mythical apple tree? It's the very one that the Evil Queen used in Snow White.

Fun origin story aside, let’s talk about the experience itself.

🍸 The Gin-Making Experience

Each participant gets their own beautiful gin-making kit. Using botanical ingredients, we created craft gin tailored to our preferences—floral, citrusy, earthy, spicy—you name it.

We sniffed, blended, measured, and poured. It was truly an alchemical experience.

And no, I’m not going to spoil all the details here. This is something you must feel with your senses. Words can describe the scent, but they can’t recreate it.

👥 A Great Match for Small Groups and Friends

The gin experience at Gombesa Farm is typically operated for small groups. It's perfect for those looking for a unique outing with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or just seeking something different.

While I personally can’t drink alcohol, the vibe and aesthetic of the workshop were enough to make it a 10/10 memory.

Even one of our plant researchers gave it a thumbs-up—high praise!

🍀where?

✨ Want to explore more Korean alcohol experiences?
Try these unforgettable activities:

• Make Traditional Gochujang in Palbonggol Village
• Craft Blueberry Pizza with Local Ingredients at J-Farm
• Make Your Own Lemon Syrup at Cheongmadam Studio