{"product_id":"mannadang-yuja-yakgwa-selection","title":"Royal Yakgwa \u0026 Yuja Yakgwa Selection by Mannadang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e만나당 궁중약과 유자약과 세트\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelection of 4 royal yakgwa and 4 yuja yakgwa, individually wrapped, presented in a box wrought with traditional Korean artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYakgwa are made by layering the dough, to give a crisp texture, whilst the soaking in rice malt gives a softness to the centre, giving enjoyment of a variety of textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuja yakgwa are infused with home-made yuja chung to give a subtle hint of the very distinctive zesty notes. \u003cbr\u003eChung are made in a very similar way to jams and marmalade, and in Korea they are mostly used to make teas by mixing with water, hot or cold, for a refreshing or warming drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYakgwa were traditionally made as treats for special occasions and celebrations, stacked high atop tables to symbolise prosperity and bountifulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSought after in Korea by those who want the finest yakgwa, made in the same tradition as were in the royal palaces of old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd now they can be enjoyed at your leisure for your enjoyment, and for sharing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are paired well with tea, coffee, or a glass of wine or liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTraditional yakgwa:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheat \u003c\/strong\u003eflour, sugar, \u003cstrong\u003esoybean \u003c\/strong\u003eoil, rice malt (100% rice), cinnamon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYuja yakgwa:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheat \u003c\/strong\u003eflour, sugar, water, \u003cstrong\u003esoybean \u003c\/strong\u003eoil, rice malt (100% rice), yuja chung (yuja 50%, sugar 50%), cinnamon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo artificial preservatives or additives. \u003cbr\u003eMade purely as was historically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease store in a cool place, away from sunlight.\u003cbr\u003eBest enjoyed within a week. If not, for the best experience, please freeze, then thaw naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome hardening can occur naturally. \u003cbr\u003ePlease warm in the oven at \u003cspan\u003e120°C \u003c\/span\u003efor 5 minutes, or microwave for 10 seconds, and let it cool back down for best experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome rice malt and oil may seep onto the packaging. This is fine to eat, and is a natural result of the way they are made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jungdam.co.uk\/products\/hwang-ji-hyun-of-mannadang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan's story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 60 years, Mannadang has handcrafted 한과 hangwa, including 약과 yakgwa, in the same tradition as was made for Kings and Queens of Joseon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan 황지현 Hwang Ji-hyun and his wife, 홍정화 Hong Jung-hwa, continue the legacy of Hwang Ji-hyun's father, 황문철 Hwang Moon-chul, who started Mannadang in 1963, and served his creations to the Blue House (President's residency), and celebrations and feasts of numerous public figures and celebrities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir craft descends from the last head of the Joseon royal kitchen, 한희순 Han Hui-sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd now, we warmly share the heritage and experience with you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungdam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55999547146572,"sku":"MND-TYYS-8","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/8614\/5612\/files\/1.jpg?v=1771337503","url":"https:\/\/jungdam.co.uk\/products\/mannadang-yuja-yakgwa-selection","provider":"Jungdam","version":"1.0","type":"link"}