Maesil is a green plum or green apricot, which actually is the fruit of the famously beautiful cherry blossom tree growing in east Asia.  Maesil has been in Korean kitchen for centuries for its medicinal benefits.  It is used as a first-aid to treat digestive issues and quench thirst, especially in the hot summer.  Maesil is filled with antioxidants, and rich in potassium, iron, magnesium, vitamin B.  The sour stone fruit is typically fermented or pickled, rather than eaten fresh. 

 

Meshil is a premium maesil extract made with organic green maesil grown by the Jiri Mountain in Hadong, KyungsangNam-Do, the largest maesil growing region in Korea.  It is a great alternative to sugar to give fragrant sweetness to your marinade or sauce.