Jipyeong Brewery in Yangpyeong County Gets New Life as Complex Cultural Space Preserving 100-Year History

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Um In-yong] Yangpyeong County has transformed the 'Jipyeong Brewery,' designated as a nationally registered cultural property, into a complex cultural space.

The county announced on the 13th that it has newly recreated the Jipyeong Brewery, embodying the philosophy and craftsmanship of Jipyeong Brewery Co., Ltd., which has been passed down for four generations, in an event attended by Yangpyeong County Governor Jeon Jin-seon, Jipyeong Brewery CEO Kim Ki-hwan, Alain Nass, former Defense Attaché of the French Embassy, and heads of organizations and institutions in Jipyeong-myeon.

Jipyeong Brewery, established in 1925, is one of Korea's oldest breweries, boasting a deep history and tradition spanning 100 years. During the Korean War, it served as a French military command post. The Battle of Jipyeong-ri involving Gen. Montsabert and French forces is evaluated as an important turning point that changed the course of the Korean War.

Jipyeong Brewery Co., Ltd. has created an exhibition space under the theme of 'Heritage Icon,' arranged according to the brewing process and interior layout of the brewery into four sections: △wrapping room △nuruk preparation room △fermentation room △brewing room. In the space that Gen. Montsabert actually used as his office, a memorial space dedicated to him has also been established.

Yangpyeong County Governor Jeon Jin-seon stated, "Jipyeong Brewery is not merely a traditional brewery but also a precious cultural heritage of Yangpyeong and an important hub space driving regional development and mutual prosperity. It is expected to promote the value of new cultural heritage to local residents and visitors alike, and to contribute to revitalizing the local economy."