{"title":"On the Rocks","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"naka-naka-barley-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Naka Naka Barley Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect mix of shimmering florality and buttery, toasty goodness, Naka Naka is the quintessential mugi shochu and is the perfect gateway into this deep category. It effortlessly straddles the complexity, umami, and richness of more rustic barley shochu and the gorgeous, clean, and refreshing side of more modern vacuum distilled expressions, resulting in a drink that has something in it for everyone. No self-respecting izakaya, shochu bar, or home liquor cabinet would be complete without Naka Naka on standby.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a favorite at our bar served \u003cem\u003esodawari \u003c\/em\u003e(shochu and club soda); this style wins it fast fans daily, including those new to and experienced with shochu. You can also drink it \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e style mixed with hot water to enhance the cocoa, caramel, and honey-butter aromas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Kuroki Honten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and \u003cem\u003emugi koji\u003c\/em\u003e (barley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White (barley) \/ Distillation: Blend of Atmospheric and Vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuroki Honten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2183028310026,"sku":"05-100-0014","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/nakanaka720ml.jpg?v=1661378902"},{"product_id":"yamasemi-rice-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Yamasemi Rice Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs seen on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/yamasemi-rice-shochu\"\u003eShochu'sday\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for sake lovers, this delicate rice shochu is smooth, buttery, and smoky with a hint of umami. Enhance the delicate, ricey aroma by drinking chilled or on ice. This shochu also is aged in \u003cem\u003ekame\u003c\/em\u003e clay pots, giving it some similar aromatic characteristics to \u003cem\u003eawamori. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan at Osuzuyama Distillery by Kuroki Honten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% \u003cem\u003ehanakagura \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ekome\u003c\/em\u003e (rice) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: white (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAging: Aged in clay pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.3 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuroki Honten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2183038566410,"sku":"05-200-0010","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yamasemi_front.jpg?v=1518830514"},{"product_id":"funaguchi-kunko-black-kasutori-honjozo-nama-genshu-one-cup-sake-six-pack-can-177ml","title":"Funaguchi Kunko Black Kasutori Honjozo Nama Genshu One Cup Sake 6-Pack (CAN 180ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTopped off with shochu distilled from sake lees, this unpasteurized, undiluted sake is unctious in aroma in flavor. \u003cem\u003eKunko\u003c\/em\u003e means aromatic scent. If you want something powerful, rustic, and bold, this is your sake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne cup sakes are perfect for taking on a picnic, a game, or alongside takeout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Kikusui Sake Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNama Genshu Honjozo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e19%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.7 oz (200ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-pack CAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kikusui Sake Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32309821341775,"sku":"14806","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/onecup_kikusui_black.jpg?v=1591396072"},{"product_id":"mizu-sakura-barrel-aged-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Mizu Sakura Barrel Aged Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" width=\"79\" height=\"155\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-006-aging-shochus-in-saga-march-2021\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarch 2021 \"Aging Shochus In Saga\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMunemasa began aging their shochus in wood barrels 33 years ago. And now, b\u003c\/span\u003eehold, the very first shochu to be aged in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003esakura\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(cherry) wood casks! After resting for nine months in these barrels, this mugi shochu is bright, with creamy cherry notes and weighty texture of butterscotch. This shochu uses an extra step in its production of pressing the grain, which enhances the fruitful, smooth flavor profile. We loved this\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eon the rocks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003epasta bolognese\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ekaraage\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Japanese fried chicken), and as an after sipper,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eneat\u003c\/b\u003e, with Marou 70% Chocolate from Vietnam. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled from 67% \u003cem\u003eKirameki Nijo Omugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and 33% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Saga, Japan by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMunemasa Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eABV 35% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBarrels: 100% sakura casks by renowned \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ariakesangyo.co.jp\/en\/\"\u003eAriake Sangyo\u003c\/a\u003e in Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAge: 9 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatch: 002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Munemasa Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32897165819983,"sku":"05-100-0022","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mizu_sakura.jpg?v=1613517508"},{"product_id":"mizuho-awamori-btl-750ml","title":"Mizuho Awamori (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-004-the-tropics-september-2020?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=99cefb73f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"155\" width=\"79\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" data-mce-selected=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-007-awamori-bazaar\"\u003eJune 2021\u003c\/a\u003e .\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI dare you to open this bottle and not finish it all in one night! What I love about awamori is its unique aroma, thanks to the liberal use of black koji – this bottle exemplifies this greatly with notes of Swiss Miss hot chocolate, rice candy, and butterscotch; yet the palate remains crisp. Mizuho has been making awamori since 1848, “Making koji by hand, brewing and distilling it carefully, and aging it slowly,” said Mr. Akira Nakazato of the company. Drink this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eon the rocks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e with many friends, around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKorean BBQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or the next \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebackyard smokeout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e on a hot summer night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Mizuho Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% indica rice \u003cem\u003ekoji\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 20% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39307601936463,"sku":"05-500-0006","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mizuho.jpg?v=1629427243"},{"product_id":"chuko-ryukyu-kusu-awamori-btl-750ml","title":"Chuko Ryukyu Kusu Awamori (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-004-the-tropics-september-2020?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=99cefb73f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"155\" width=\"79\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-007-awamori-bazaar\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJune 2021 \"Awamori Bazaar\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince 1949 Chuko has been making awamori, and what sets them apart today is the on-site kiln used to fire the clay pots for making kusu. In 2007, Chuko discovered the technology to extract yeast from mangos, and have released various renditions of awamori utilizing this yeast. Mr. Yasufumi Tokuda of Chuko said, “Mango yeast does not create a specific flavor, rather it creates 4-Vinyl Guaiacol (4VG), which creates a strong vanilla aroma during the maturation process.” Get fig leaf, Milk Duds, and soy sauce on the nose; enjoy this complex nectar \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (with water) with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eoysters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esteak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e in a wine glass for dessert with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebutter cookies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebrownies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. It also makes an excellent Martini!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Chuko Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% indica rice koji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 43% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \/ Yeast: Mango \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: 3 years minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVessel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chuko Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39307606065231,"sku":"05-500-0007","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chuko_awamori_sq.jpg?v=1619997273"},{"product_id":"colorful-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Colorful Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA brand new brand to hit the United States, Colorful is a blend of two sweet potatoes, each using different sweet potato varieties and koji strains. Typically bottled at 20% ABV in Japan, the U.S. release is a sturdier 30%. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shochu is wild! Aromas of raisins, papaya, and sour gummy worms on the nose. Our initial sips revealed nectarines, pie crust, all with extraordinary depth. This is an intellectual sipper, perfect for the eager shochu nerd in your life.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes a dynamite shochu soda. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Shoro Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Miyazaki \u003cem\u003eBeni Imo\u003c\/em\u003e (purple sweet potato), Kagoshima \u003cem\u003eTama Akane\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 30% \/ Koji: white (indica rice) and black (indica rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast: Miyazaki wild yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend of two sweet potato distillates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction quantity: 904 bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shoro Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39430037864527,"sku":"05-300-0033","price":63.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/colorful.jpg?v=1624824707"},{"product_id":"asahi-mannen-boshi-galaxy-genshu-barley-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Asahi Mannen Boshi \"Galaxy\" Genshu Barley Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA dynamic barley \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e (tank strength) for those looking for a grain-forward, complex shochu with a long palate-ride and ample spice. We get delectable, buttery cinnamon-sugar toast which dissolves into sesame, green pepper, and a touch of fresh blackberry on the finish. The high ABV on this makes it perfect in a cocktail, or just enjoy it with a healthy amount of club soda and ice. Anything goes with this shochu. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Watanabe Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% \u003cem\u003eEhime mannenboshi mugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and \u003cem\u003emugi koji\u003c\/em\u003e (barley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: White (barley) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:40%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Watanabe Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39751819427919,"sku":"05-100-0033","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mannenboshi.jpg?v=1647210611"},{"product_id":"yamatozakura-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Yamatozakura Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is Yamatozakura's house brand - this flagship imo (sweet potato) shochu is made using local Kagoshima Koganesengan sweet potatoes and white rice koji. This is the quintessence of hand-made Satsuma Shochu (Kagoshima sweet potato shochu). Get pleasant, well-rounded earthiness and sweetness, with notes of black pepper and tropical fruit on the nose and palate. This is perfect shochu for any occasion - enjoy it on the rocks, \u003cem\u003emizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (with ice and water), or\u003cem\u003e oyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (cut with hot water) to experience the different characteristics of this drink. Experiment with food-pairings as well! Kayoko loved this one on the rocks with chinese food. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/yamatozakura-sweet-potato-shochu?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dad0a5ba5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eCheck it out on Shochu'sday\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThose of us who have enjoyed shochu in Japan (or those of us who commit hours of time checking out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kosedo.liquors\/\"\u003ebars and liquor stores in Kyushu\u003c\/a\u003e on Instagram) will no doubt recognize the iconic branding of Yamatozakura. Master Distiller Tekkan-san runs one of the smallest distilleries in Kagoshima, specializing in white koji and clay-pot fermentations which ultimately lead to very drinkable, high-quality shochus that are affordable and great with all types of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRead about Ian's visit to Yamatozakura \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-maker-highlight-yamatozakura-shuzo\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTekkan-san has a small team of local obaasan and ojiisan (grandmas and grandpas) who deftly cut and clean the sweet potatoes by hand and assist in steaming, bottling, and labeling the shochu. Follow their Instagram \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/yamatozakura\/\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for a glimpse into their Kagoshima shochu-stylings. You may also get to catch the occasional live-stream of their shochu-making process come distilling season! We hope you enjoy these shochus as we celebrate their American debut.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Yamatozakura Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Koganesengan imo (sweet potato) and kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: white (rice) \/ Distillation: atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eKame \u003c\/em\u003e(clay pot) fermented and matured\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamatozakura Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39877539758159,"sku":"05-300-0046","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yamatozakura_white.jpg?v=1649364699"},{"product_id":"oka-kura-sweet-bermutto-btl-720ml","title":"Oka Kura Sweet Bermutto (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMade by WTO-certified Kuma shochu distiller Tsutsumi Shuzo, this Junmai sake-based \u003cem\u003ebermutto\u003c\/em\u003e aka \"vermouth\" is a delectable take on a classic European vermouth fortified with Kuma shochu \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(rice shochu made in Kumamoto prefecture). The full botanical list includes \u003cem\u003eyomogi\u003c\/em\u003e (Japanese mugwort), yuzu, \u003cem\u003ekabosu\u003c\/em\u003e (a high acid citrus fruit), sansho peppercorn, \u003cem\u003eume\u003c\/em\u003e (Japanese green plum) and sweetened with Okinawa kokuto sugar. We get baking spice, brown sugar, stewed cherry, and woody vanilla balanced by a tart and bright umeshu-like acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReach for this when you want a refreshing aperitif, or to make an outstanding Manhattan with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/kirin-fuji-world-blend-whisky-btl-23-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=35159a32e\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eFuji World Blend\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/forbidden-bitters?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=d769cb31a\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eForbidden Bitters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Kumamoto Japan, By Oka Brand for Tsutsumi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFortified sake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 18%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Oka Brand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40018194006095,"sku":"04-900-0025","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sweet_bermutto.jpg?v=1659477406"},{"product_id":"osuzu-gin-btl-700ml","title":"Osuzu Japanese Botanical Gin (BTL 700ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOsuzu Gin uses the well-loved \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/yamaneko-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=af10fc1f5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eYamaneko Imo Shochu\u003c\/a\u003e as the base for this gin, lending a supple texture, tropical fruit notes, and a subtle, earthy imo shochu finish which lingers and grows with each sip. The nose is bright and complex, giving notes of juniper, coriander, dried seaweed, and lemon peel. The palate is sumptuous, refreshing goodness; notes of tangerine, ginger, and mint provide summery bliss with a whisper of juicy mango (once again from our pal Yamaneko). Enjoy this exuberant spirit neat in a tasting glass to fully appreciate its complexity, and then open it up by mixing it into a Gin Sonic! More about the gin sonic can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/sips-of-summer-gin-sonic-with-osuzu-gin\"\u003eon our blog\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNestled at the top of Mt. Osuzuyama sits Kuroki Honten's sister distillery, Osuzuyama Distillery. Kuroki Honten created this highly modern facility to have access to pristine mountain water for their fermentations and distillation. They are dedicated to creating shochu in the traditional handmade way with no automation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan at Osuzuyama Distillery by Kuroki Honten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from sweet potatoes, rice koji, juniper, sansho, local Miyazaki citrus, sakaki \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 45%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23.6 fl oz (700ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Osuzuyama Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40130018705487,"sku":"07-100-0013","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/osuzu_gin.jpg?v=1659477305"},{"product_id":"goro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Goro Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSatsuma Shochu is a Geographical Indication granted to \u003cem\u003eotsu-rui \u003c\/em\u003e(single-distilled) shochus made in Kagoshima prefecture using local volcanic-soil grown sweet potatoes, and represents a huge array of different \u003cem\u003eimo \u003c\/em\u003e(sweet potato) in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/satsuma-shochu\"\u003eplethora of styles\u003c\/a\u003e. We love this giant category and are pleased to introduce yet-another heavy hitter onto our shelves: Goro. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerfect for fans of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/satoh-kuro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=05cc453ab\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eSatoh Kuro\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/heihachiro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=efdfba310\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eHeihachiro\u003c\/a\u003e, Goro is bold, in-your-face imo goodness. The aroma is dense, bright, and herbal at the same time. We get notes of ripe banana, custard, and turnip cake – complex, deep, savory, and rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe palate is bodacious, thick, and layered. Enjoy notes of pistachio, blueberry, powdered sugar, and egg tart. This shochu is all kinds of rich, yet the mouthfeel is soft due to the precious Sanoura \"firefly\" spring water used in its production. Get the most out of this deeply satisfying shochu by drinking it \u003cem\u003eoyuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(cut with hot water) while you ride out winter's last bitter chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled on Shimo-Koshiki Island, Kagoshima, Japan by Yoshinaga Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Koganesengan imo (sweet potato) and kome koji (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast: Kagoshima #2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e750ml (25 oz)  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yoshinaga Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40553095233615,"sku":"05-300-0066","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/goro_imo_shochu.jpg?v=1676510457"},{"product_id":"helios-kura-awamori-btl-720ml","title":"Helios Kosyu Kura Awamori (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHelios Distillery has more than 3,000 white oak barrels used exclusively for the Kura Awamori brand, and the \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e (undiluted distillate) rests in these for over three years before eventual dilution and bottling for the awamori you have before you today. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGet enticing aromas of chocolate cake (the boxed kind) and powdered sugar, with notes of vanilla, bing cherry, and graham cracker on the palate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSnag this affordable and refreshing awamori today and promptly enjoy on the rocks or with soda in the sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Helios Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% rice\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ekoji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric (copper still)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: American white oak\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: over 3 years \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Helios Distillery Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40597250179151,"sku":"05-500-0012","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/koshu_kura.jpg?v=1681169884"},{"product_id":"shirayuri-inui-44-awamori-btl-720ml","title":"Shirayuri Inui 44 Awamori (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-004-the-tropics-september-2020?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=99cefb73f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" width=\"79\" height=\"155\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca title=\"Shochu Gumi No. 18 March 2024\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-018-march-2024?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=b8ce15405\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMarch 2024\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYu Ikehara\u003c\/span\u003e is making huge waves with the use of Inui – a black koji strain that was long lost after the war. Resurrecting it here in this bottle, the strain \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAspergillus Luchuensis aka Inui\u003c\/span\u003e helps create an awamori that incorporates umami, acidity, and depth. It has won several international awards and \u003cspan\u003eis a bombshell of a drink. And dammit, how on earth does it taste like it’s been aging for years?!?? That, my friends, must be the magical, historic Inui mold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Earth, saline, lavender, licorice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cheddar, cioppino, burger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Drink:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sodawari (with club soda and ice).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIkehara Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moscow Mules, Espresso Martinis, and various coffee cocktails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRead Kayoko's visit to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/ikehara-shuzo-ishigaki\"\u003edistillery\u003c\/a\u003e in Okinawa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eIkehara Shuzo is a small Awamori distillery with only three employees. The red-tiled roof of the distillery stands in a quiet residential area in the center of Ishigaki Island, and since its establishment, the Awamori has been produced by three generations of the same family. By preserving the hand-crafted traditions of the old distillery and constantly refining techniques and taste, Ikehara Shuzo’s Shirayuri Awamori stands out as a unique and delicious spirit\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Ikehara Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% Thai Long Grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric, Jikabi (Direct flame)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 44%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: stainless steel 1 week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41179050377295,"sku":"05-500-0014","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shirayuri.jpg?v=1708735112"},{"product_id":"kuon-ryukyu-awamori-btl-375ml","title":"Kuon Ryukyu Awamori (BTL 375ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged for 10 years by one of our favorite awamori makers on Miyakojima in Okinawa, sporting aromas of leather and mushrooms. Enjoy notes of lemon cookie and cereal. Drink over ice or as a highball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Taragawa Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% Indica Rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 35%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge:10 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 oz (375 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taragawa Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41181879730255,"sku":"05-500-0015","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/kuon_awamori_web.jpg?v=1708639006"},{"product_id":"syasya-rakuraku-red-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Syasya Rakuraku Red Dragon Grand Cru Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrown in the Grand Cru (special grade) fields, known for their good soil and exposure to sunlight, as well as the Yamada Nishiki rice carefully nurtured in their own rice paddies, and finished with the techniques developed over their 160 years of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this deluxe shochu, Nishi Shuzo uses locally-grown Kogane Sengan sweet potatoes that have been aging for about a month after it was dug up (normally, sweet potato shochu is made immediately after harvesting to maintain freshness). This process gives the shochu distinctive lychee and grappa-like aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistilled in 2021 and bottled in 2022, get a lush texture, with bright notes of clay and chocolate. We love this on the rocks, oyuwari, and with club soda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Nishi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Kogane Sengan sweet potatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: Undisclosed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Undisclosed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 30%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 1 year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41202617679951,"sku":"05-300-0079","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Syasya_Rakuraku_RedDragon_Grand_Cru.jpg?v=1730326470"},{"product_id":"chiran-tea-chu-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Chiran Tea Chu Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA sweet potato shochu base distilled using two varietals of green tea harvested right outside of the distillery. Refreshing notes of powdered sugar and cream balanced by sweet and grassy sencha notes that blossom elegantly with the addition of hot water or soda. An excellent year round drinker!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Chiran Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from: Kogane Sengan Sweet potatoes, Asatsuyu Green tea, Yabukita Green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Single pot still, Atmospheric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: Enamel Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chiran Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41449307603023,"sku":"05-900-0012","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/chiran_tea_shochu.jpg?v=1713554025"},{"product_id":"135-east-japanese-botanical-gin-btl-750ml","title":"135 East Hyogo Style Japanese Botanical Gin (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNamed after the 135° East meridian that crosses Akashi City in the Hyogo prefecture. This gin blends east and west with classic London dry botanicals of juniper berries, angelica root, and coriander with Japanese botanicals of sencha, yuzu, shiso leaf, ume, and sansho peppers. All these botanicals come out soft and silky on the palate along with notes of sage and black pepper to round it out. Bust out the mixing glass for a banging martini with this gin!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Hyogo, Japan by Kaiyo Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Dry Gin- Angelica, Coriander, Juniper, Sansho pepper, Yuzu, Shiso, Ume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 42%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kaiyo Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41498476085327,"sku":"07-100-0016","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/hyogo_dry_gin.jpg?v=1725491271"},{"product_id":"seifuku-vintage-awamori","title":"Seifuku Vintage Awamori","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-004-the-tropics-september-2020?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=99cefb73f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"155\" width=\"79\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-021-kanpai-to-5-years-w-cocktails?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=6d74acb56\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eDecember 2024 Kanpai to 5 years with Cocktails!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe loved this Awamori when we tried it at Seifuku Distillery earlier this year and had this imported just for our shochu club! This bold Awamori is genshu (tank strength), so you are getting truly unadulterated, real deal flavors of aged Awamori. Taste the island!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eShoyu, clay, citrus pith, brown sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBeef Bourguignon, Taco Rice (see my recipe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/okinawan-taco-rice\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlithe \u0026amp; Bitter Cocktail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eby Griffin Dehne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 oz Seifuku Awamori\u003cbr\u003e1 oz Pear Juice\u003cbr\u003e0.25 oz Campari\u003cbr\u003e0.25 oz Lemon\u003cbr\u003e3 dashes Umami Mart Bitters\u003cbr\u003eIf more sweetness is desired, add 0.25 oz simple syrup\u003cbr\u003eMethod: Shake hard for 10-15 seconds, serve in a coupe.\u003cbr\u003eExpress lemon peel oil over top and garnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBartender Pro Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Use awamori in place of tequila.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled by Seifuku Shuzo in Okinawa, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% indica rice koji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 43% \/ Koji: Black \/ \u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Jikabi direct fire \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 3 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41717651210319,"sku":"05-500-0016","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/seifuku_vintage_sq_c2b9abcd-ffd2-40a9-948b-36ca4c168a03.jpg?v=1739554450"},{"product_id":"shigemasu-kasutori-rice-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Shigemasu Kasutori Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screenshot_2024-10-08_at_6.51.13_AM_100x100.png?v=1728395481\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shg-sept\"\u003eSeptember 2024\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince 1717, Takahashi has been a sake brewery in Kyushu in an area well known for rice farming. This is the only shochu that they make using sake kasu from their daiginjo and ginjo sakes, and it is no wonder they use yellow koji as that’s what sake is made with (usually shochu is made with black or white koji). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey prize their handmade koji-process as they used to be a koji shop, selling koji to other breweries around town. \u003c\/span\u003eYuko Nonaka of Honkaku Spirits (the importer of this bottle) told me, \"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDuring the koji-making process they use the Futa Koji Method—a traditional technique. A kojibuta is a box-like tool used for dividing the warmed rice koji into smaller portions, a step known as \"mori.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Marshmallows, daiginjo sake, saltwater taffy, kiwi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e “Chee-tara” fish + cheese snack, Macanese-style Portugese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChicken in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.saveur.com\/story\/recipes\/macanese-style-portuguese-chicken\/\"\u003eSaveur Magazine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Drink:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On the rocks or with soda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Yame, Japan by Takashi Shoten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% daiginjo sake lees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Vacuum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 30.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 1 year enamel tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Takashi Shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42057304211535,"sku":"05-200-0025","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/092024_shg_shigematsu.jpg?v=1727986248"},{"product_id":"akae-honkaku-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Akae Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from locally sourced ingredients in Miyazaki prefecture, including purple sweet potatoes called Murasaki Masari, rarely used in shochu production. This shochu is unfiltered for maximum enjoyment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGet notes of tropical fruit, red vines, powdered sugar, pineapple cream (think Dole Whip), and mango taffy with an earthy sweet potato skin on the finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Ochiai Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Murasaki Masari Sweet Potatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: White \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 2 years enamel tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ochiai Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42126656602191,"sku":"05-300-0085","price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/akae.jpg?v=1726171327"},{"product_id":"musha-gaeshi-tipsy-samurai-honkaku-rice-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Musha Gaeshi \"Tipsy Samurai\" Rice Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTo a degree possibly only achievable as the smallest distillery in Kumamoto (and maybe even in Kyushu entirely), Jufuku Distillery is committed to the kind of meticulous detail and delicately handed craftsmanship evocative of a forgotten Japan. In lieu of large rice processing machines, every step of the shochu making process is done 100% by hand at Jufuku. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExtremely limited at only 300 bottles, enjoy the slightly toasted notes of vanilla, white flowers, and melon with your own cohort of \"tipsy samurai\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kumamoto, Japan by Jufuku Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: White \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnamel-lined tank aging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jufuku Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42126658502735,"sku":"05-200-0027","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/musha_gaeshi.jpg?v=1726171342"},{"product_id":"bukeyashiki-samurai-villa-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Bukeyashiki “Samurai Villa” Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-004-the-tropics-september-2020?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=99cefb73f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" width=\"79\" height=\"155\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-021-kanpai-to-5-years-w-cocktails?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=6d74acb56\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eDecember 2024 Kanpai to 5 years with Cocktails!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNobu Mori married into the Chiran family as fourth generation owner and toji, and says about shochu making: “We take to heart the words passed down from our predecessor, ‘don’t make it with machines, make it with your five senses.’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Custard, papaya, powdered sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Bratwurst + sauerkraut, gyoza\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBartender Pro Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Use Bukeyashiki instead of gin or vodka for your next martini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaughty Toddy Cocktail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eby Griffin Dehne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 oz Bukeyashiki Imo Shochu\u003cbr\u003e1 oz Apple Juice\u003cbr\u003e1 oz Umeshu\u003cbr\u003e0.25 oz Lemon Juice\u003cbr\u003e3 dashes Umami Mart Bitters\u003cbr\u003eTiny pinch of salt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Chiran Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from: \u003cspan\u003e83% Kogane Sengan sweet potatoes + 17% indica rice koji\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eABV: 25% \/ \u003c\/span\u003eKoji: White \/ \u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 2-3 years enamel tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24oz (720ml ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Watanabe Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42199109468239,"sku":"05-300-0086","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/bukeyashiki_sq_b36f5e7d-fdba-499d-9dd7-70fc6d3335c5.jpg?v=1740435651"},{"product_id":"kirishima-no-8-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720-ml","title":"Kirishima No. 8 Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 900 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased in 2023, Kirishima 8 is named after the sweet potato that this distillery developed. Hisato Taura of Kirishima Shuzo tells us, “Compared \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto shochu made with ordinary sweet potatoes, Kirishima No.8 contains 14 times more sweet potato-derived aromatics that produce the signature fruity and floral fragrance.” Wow! This shochu is further unique in that it uses both black and white koji, and goes through both atmospheric and vacuum distillation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pears, jasmine, Sweet Tarts, blood orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ceviche, lobster roll, paella\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eService Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soda, rocks, Mojitos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Kirishima Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from: Kirishima 8 sweet potatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: Black and white \/Yeast: Elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric and Vacuum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 6 months stainlesss steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 oz (900 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirishima Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42443216683087,"sku":"05-300-0090","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screenshot2025-07-01at14.10.19.png?v=1751404271"},{"product_id":"the-japanese-bitters-sakura","title":"Sakura Bitters by The Japanese Bitters Company (BTL 100ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Sakura bitters is made from pesticide-free Yaezakura flowers macerated with neutral spirit. the Yaezakura leaves are pickled with natural sea salt, resulting a in bitter that adds a floral umami depth to your cocktails. Try it in a G n' T, Negroni, or Cosmo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Japanese Bitters is the World's first bitters produced in Japan using all natural ingredients. Yuki Yamazaki, the former brand ambassador for Bobby's Gin, studied at Herman Jansen Distillery in the Netherlands to perfect his craft. After returning to Japan he gained his brewing license and was able to complete his bitters recipe within two years.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMade in Chiba, Japan by The Japanese Bitters Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Alcohol, Water, Sakura flowers, Sakura leaf, salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 27%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 oz (100 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Japanese Bitters Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42968305533007,"sku":"07-200-0016","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/jp_bitters_sakura.jpg?v=1756241602"},{"product_id":"kakushigura-barley-shochu-btl-720ml-copy","title":"Kakushigura Barley Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged for over one year in oak barrels this rich barley shochu is full of notes of vanilla, banana f\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003elambé\u003c\/span\u003e, lime peel, and bubblegum. Try in a highball, rocks, or oyuwari.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Hamada Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from: Malted Barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: N\/A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 24%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: over 1 year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hamada Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44402867306575,"sku":"05-100-0051","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/kakushigura_shochu.jpg?v=1771698879"},{"product_id":"shoro-interlude-chestnut-barrel-aged-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Shoro Interlude Chestnut Barrel Aged Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA feature from Honkaku Spirits' Baroque Interlude Series, each Aria in the Interlude series is chosen for its beautiful representation of long-aged Koji spirits. Aria #3 is a sweet potato shochu aged four years, with an additional year in Chestnut cask. We get notes of bubble gum, allspice, clove, vanilla, and toasted wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Shoro Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Sweet potato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: undisclosed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: vacuum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 42%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shoro Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44402931007567,"sku":"05-300-0103","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Aria03ChestnutFinishShopifySize.webp?v=1770946551"},{"product_id":"seifuku-coffee-liqueur-btl-720ml","title":"Seifuku Coffee Liqueur (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eMade by one of our favorite awamori makers from Ishigaki Island!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe finest coffee beans are blended with awamori made from Hitomebore rice grown in Yaeyama. Brown sugar and cocoa powder are added to bring out a rich sweetness and depth. It’s a luxurious liqueur that can be enjoyed by mixing with milk or drizzling over ice cream, like a decadent dessert. It also pairs well with beer or lemon soda for a delicious twist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by \u003cspan\u003eSeifuku Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 12%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seifuku Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44630969188431,"sku":"07-900-0028","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Seifuku_Coffee_Liqueur.jpg?v=1776357175"},{"product_id":"sengetsu-taru-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Sengetsu Taru Rice Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exquisite rice shochu aged over 6 years in cedar barrels crafted in house by Sengetsu Shuzo. We get notes of coconut, pear Jelly Belly, buttered popcorn, cedar wood, minerality throughout. 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