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Event&Seminars

Conference : 2025 Policies and Regulations in the Alcohol Industry

Venue: COEX Conference Room 317

Date Time Program Organizer Note
June 26 (Thu) 10:30 ~ 16:50 1. Guidelines for Liquor Transactions (National Tax Service, Liquor Tax Division)
2. Packaging Regulations: Repackaging, Excessive Packaging, etc. (Korea Environment Corporation, Packaging Management Division)
3. Liquor Advertising Regulations (Ministry of Health and Welfare, Division of Health Promotion)
4. Labeling Requirements for Alcoholic Beverages (Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, Food Labeling & Advertisement Policy Division)
5. 2025 Liquor Market Trends (NielsenIQ)
KWSIA Pre-registration Register

Conference : F&B Value Up

Venue: COEX Conference Room 318

Date Time Topic Program Speaker Organizer Note
June 26 (Thu) 11:30 ~ 12:30 Wine & Cheese:
Discovering the Perfect Balance – The Art and Sensory of Pairing
1. Introduction to Basic Principles of
Wine & Cheese Pairing
(Flavor balance, acidity, texture, degree of aging, etc.)

2. Practical Examples of Iconic Pairings (4–5 Cases)
(e.g., Chenin Blanc × Fresh Cheese / Cabernet Sauvignon × Hard Cheese, etc.)

3.Customized Pairing Suggestions
to Suit Korean Tastes
(For home gatherings, dining menus, retail recommendations, etc.)

4. Linking Trends with Brand Stories
(Including wine importers’ perspectives on sustainability, fair-trade cheeses, and more)
JEONG MINSU
HOTEL & RESTAURANT Pre-registration Register
13:20 ~ 14:20 Tea Cocktails:
A New Sip Infused with
the Aroma of Tea
Discover how different brewing methods
influence the flavor profile of tea.
This session will cover the fundamental principles of tea extraction and introduce creative applications in tea-based cocktails.
SON JIYU
14:30 ~ 15:30 Traditional
Liquor and Cocktails:
The Global Evolution of Traditional Liquors through Cocktail
1. The Evolving Drinking Culture and the Rise of Traditional Liquor
2. Business Opportunities for Traditional Liquor in Cocktails (Including Export Strategies)
3. Various Ways to Enjoy Traditional Liquor
4. Pairing with Glassware, Temperature, and Food
5. Understanding the Concept of Cocktails (Including Highballs)
6. Key Ingredients in Traditional Liquor-Based Cocktails
7. Sub-Ingredients Used in Traditional Liquor Cocktails
8. Cocktail Glassware, Techniques, and Garnishes
9. Tips for Making Traditional Liquor Cocktails
10. Traditional Liquor Cocktail Tasting
JEON JAEGU
(Paid lecture)
15:40 ~ 16:40 Maximizing Candidate &
New Hire Engagement through F&B Recruitment Branding and Process Redesign
Learn how F&B companies can enhance
the applicant and employee experience
by applying employer branding and redesigning the entire recruitment process.
LEE JEONGHAN

Seminar

Venue: Seminar Room within the Exhibition Hall

Date Time Topic Program Speaker Organizer Note
June 26 (Thu) 13:00 ~ 14:00 Bordeaux Today:
Renewal and Update of Leading Wine Producing Region
A closer look at how Bordeaux wineries are adjusting their production techniques and branding efforts to overcome climate-related challenges and enhance wine quality.
Thomas Johnston
CIVB, KWSIA Pre-registration Register
14:30 ~ 15:30 The Potential of
Korean Whisky
in the Global Spotlight
The Beginning of
Korean Whisky brin
the global spotlight
DO JEONGHAN
KI ONE WHISKY Pre-registration Register
16:00 ~ 17:30 Korean Wine Tasting Overview of Korean wine and traditional liquors, followed by a tasting of selected representative wines.
CHOI JEONGUK
Choi Jungwook Wine Research Institute On-site Registration
17:40 ~ 19:00 Korean Traditional Liquor Sommelier Competition Briefing Session Practical Preparation Seminar for the Korean Traditional Liquor Sommelier Competition
JEONG HOCHEOL
KIM MINJI
CHOI JEONGUK
Korean Sommelier Association
June 27 (Fri) 14:00 ~ 15:30 Practical Business Strategies for Sake Import and Distribution for Alcohol Industry Professionals Practical Strategies for Sake Import and Distribution for Industry Professionals
SHIN JUN
National Tax Agency JAPAN
15:50 ~ 17:20 Romanian Masterclass – Discover the Charm of Fetească Neagră Explore the taste, aroma, terroir, and
winemaking traditions of Romania’s signature grape, guided by expert insights.
Romanian National Pavilion
17:40 ~ 18:30 Hidden Marketing Strategies Behind Hit Beer Brands —from Trends to Playful Concepts Latest beer marketing trends and strategies —
from consumer insights to global trends.
CHOIH BYEONGHO
Korea Beer Sommelier Association
June 28 (Sat) 13:30 ~ 15:00 An Introduction
to Japanese Alcohol:
Easy and Enjoyable Stories for First-Time Explorers
Practical Strategies for Sake Import and Distribution for Industry Professionals
CHA JINSEON
National Tax Agency JAPAN

Competition

Venue: Stage inside the Exhibition Hall

Date Time Topic Organizer Note
June 26 (Thu) 10:00~18:00 18th Korean Cup
Cocktail Competition
(College League)
KBMA
(Korea Beverage Masters Association)
02-581-2911
June 27 (Fri) 10:00~18:00 18th Korean Cup
Cocktail Competition
(Pro League)
KBMA
(Korea Beverage Masters Association)
02-581-2911
June 28 (Sat) 11:00~11:45 2025 Korea
Homebrewing Championship Awards Ceremony
Seoul International Wines & Spirits Expo, BREWORX 02-6925-3831
12:00~17:00 2025 Hwayo
Cocktail Championship
HWAYO, Seoul International Wines & Spirits Expo /
Korean Association of Beverage Instructors,
Korean Liquor Research Association
hwayo_official@naver.com