Giwon 22 기원22

Giwon 22 is a cocktail bar on the second floor of an Euljiro alley in Jung-gu, Seoul, built around the concept of Korean traditional liquor-based cocktails. It is 150m from Euljiro 1-ga Station. Climbing the narrow staircase and opening the door reveals an interior that tastefully weaves hanok design elements into a modern lounge setting, with jazz playing overhead to create a cinematic atmosphere. The main signature cocktail uses jungnyeokgo - a traditional bamboo-filtered spirit - as its base, delivering a flavor profile that is both novel and impeccably balanced. The sujeongwa (cinnamon punch) cocktail captures authentic Korean flavors and ranks among the most popular orders. Beyond traditional liquor cocktails, the menu extends to classic cocktails, wine, and an extensive whisky selection. The hangwa (traditional confection) plate pairs perfectly with the Korean spirit cocktails, and the yukhoe (beef tartare) at 20,000 won arrives generously portioned as a satisfying bar snack. Counter seats offer a front-row view of the bartenders at work, and their conversational skills make solo visits comfortable. The staff communicates fluently in English, which draws a sizable international crowd. Reservations are available through Catch Table, and while walk-ins around 7 to 8 PM on weekends are usually possible, seats fill steadily as the evening progresses, so earlier arrival is advisable.