Tequila vs So-Ju
I will introduce Tequila, comparing with So-Ju. Tequila has greatly been loved by Mexican people, similar to So-Ju that has been Korean representative drink from long time ago. But there are several difference between Tequila and So-Ju.
Tequila is much more stronger than So-Ju. It has about 40% of alcohol, while So-Ju has about 20%. It seems that Tequila matches well with passionate Mexican people because of its strong taste. On the other hand, So-ju is relatively thin and its smell is also not as strong as that of Tequila’s. Many Koreans think taste and smell of So-Ju is bitter. Even many who love So-Ju don’t want to smell it.
There is different way to drink Tequila. People usually drink it with a peace of lemon or salt to neutralize its strong taste. In contrast, we drink So-Ju with many dishes so called “An-Ju”. An-Ju is a peculiar custom to Korea. I guess it’s because our ancestors have enjoyed booze with dinner.
Tequila, folk liquor of Tequila region in Mexico, was once not recognized as that high ranked booze. But it created great sensation with one kind jazz music that had same name in 60s. Especially when Mexico Olympic Games were held, It could become generally known world-widely and get its fame as today. So-Ju is also our traditional booze and I believe it has great possibility to develop to high grade liquor. Nevertheless, It’s still favorite booze for only Koreans. I hope it will be loved in many countries in the future.