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The side effects, such as belching and headache, after Makgeolli intake are an obstacle to the development of the Makgeolli industry. The side effects of drinking Makgeolli have many causes. The possibility of BA production by incorrect storage conditions cannot be excluded. This study analyzed the BA contents produced in non-sterilized Makgeolli after 5 days storage at 4 and 20℃. BA was not detected in Makgeolli stored at 4℃, but putrescine and tyramine were detected in 20℃. A drinking test was performed to determine the relevance of the BA contents and hangover symptoms. The results revealed no significant difference in the taste score and symptoms score between 4 and 20℃ storage. Therefore, the results suggest that the presence of BA in Makgeolli produced during room temperature storage for 5 days does not induce or strengthen hangover symptoms. On the other hand, the alcohol and BA dose may be insufficient to represent the normal symptoms of a hangover.

• 이현숙 | Lee, Hyun Sook
• 김순미 | Kim, Soon Mi