Is Makgeolli — Rice Wine safe for CKD patients?

This Korean recipe is rated Safe for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 15mg sodium, 110mg potassium, and 80mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Makgeolli — Rice Wine more kidney-friendly?

See the CKD Tip section on this page for the specific adaptation we recommend. General principles: halve any fish sauce / soy sauce / bouillon; soak peeled vegetables in water to reduce potassium; choose lean meats; serve smaller portions of broth.

Where do these nutrition numbers come from?

Per-serving values are calculated by summing typical ingredient amounts × USDA FoodData Central values, then dividing by the recipe yield. Daily CKD limits referenced follow KDOQI 2020 clinical guidelines. Individual targets vary — always confirm with your renal dietitian.

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🇰🇷 Korea · Korean

Makgeolli — Rice Wine

Cloudy fermented rice wine, lightly sparkling, ~6% alcohol.

Prep time 15 min

Servings 2

Calories 210 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

210

Calories

80mg

Phosphorus

80 / 800mg

15mg

Sodium

15 / 2000mg

110mg

Potassium

110 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ Lower-sodium drink. Alcohol moderation for CKD.

Ingredients

Rice
Nuruk (Korean yeast)
Water

Alcohol Drink Makgeolli Rice Wine Traditional

Cooking Steps

1
Ferment 7-10 days.
2
Strain.

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