Why Korean rice syrup is so expensive

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  • A 1-kilogram bottle of artisanal rice syrup can reach $140.
  • It's all due to sikhye: a mixture of steamed rice, hot water, and barley malt.
  • Sikhye takes days — and nights — of hard work to achieve.

Rice syrup is a staple in Korean cuisine.

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