Jeju Insaeng Yakgwa

Jeju Insaeng Yakgwa has become a popular specialty among travelers by offering freshly made yakgwa using 100% domestically produced wheat. Made with Jeju mandarin concentrate and domestic rice syrup, the Jeju yakgwa boasts a crispy exterior and soft interior, making it easy to enjoy for people of all ages. Its neat packaging makes it an excellent choice as a souvenir from Jeju Airport. Inside the Insaeng Yakgwa store, which also operates as a café, visitors can relax at one of the many tables while waiting for their yakgwa to be prepared, sipping coffee without needing a reservation. Located in Yongdam 2-dong, Yonghwa Village Street, just a 10-minute drive from Jeju Airport, the store operates daily from 9 AM to 7 PM, except on Mondays. The price of Jeju yakgwa is 2,000 KRW per piece, and a box containing six pieces is sold for 10,000 KRW. If you order five boxes, you receive one additional box for free. You can also order beverages like Americano, mandarin ice cream, and mandarin iced tea. Visitors can watch the yakgwa-making process, which uses domestic wheat and rice syrup, crafted by artisans using traditional methods rather than machines. The yakgwa looks appetizing and delivers a crispy yet soft texture. It’s not overly hard, making it suitable for those with dental issues, and it’s not excessively sweet or overpowering, appealing even to those who don’t usually enjoy sweet foods. Jeju yakgwa, made with Jeju mandarins and domestic ingredients, is an affordable and delightful souvenir from Jeju Airport. If you’re looking for yakgwa in Jeju, this is a highly recommended option.