#2. Never pour your own drink. 

 Subtle gestures of respect are paramount in Korean drinking culture, and one of the most significant is never pouring your own drink. Though it might seem like a slightly outdated concept to foreigners, this is the rule you’re most likely to see observed at Korean barbecue restaurants or the noraebang, a Korean-style karaoke room. 

When pouring someone else’s drink, especially an elder’s, hold the bottle with both hands. If your companion sees that your glass is empty, she’ll likely refill it immediately to be polite, so you can rest assured your glass will never be empty for long. But if you need a break or don’t want to drink anymore, you can leave your glass half full, because only empty glasses will be refilled.