{"title":"Sweet Potato","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"shiranami-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Shiranami Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 900ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a great, everyday \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e shochu. High quality for the price, and excellent with a variety of foods. We enjoyed this \u003cem\u003emizuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(cut with ice water) with a bacon-cheeseburger and french fries. Satsuma Shuzo is a legend in Kagoshima shochu distilling, and Shiranami is a staple brand. Reach for this if you're just getting into the sweet potato category or if you just need a workhorse shochu that's refreshing after a long work-day.  \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 Kagoshima Japan by Satsuma Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from imo (sweet potato) and kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30.4 fl oz (900ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Satsuma Shuzo Co, Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2182961758218,"sku":"05-300-0025","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shiranami900.jpg?v=1761686294"},{"product_id":"tomino-hozan-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Tomi no Houzan Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile having an earthy nose typical of an \u003cem\u003eimo \u003c\/em\u003e(sweet potato) shochu, this also has a delicate side thanks to the floral fragrance of the yellow koji used during fermentation. Enhance the buttery texture of this shochu by mixing it \u003cem\u003eoyuwari \u003c\/em\u003estyle with hot water.\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 Kagoshima, Japan by Nishi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83% \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 17% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Yellow (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nishi Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2182975619082,"sku":"05-300-0030","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tomino_hozan_front.jpg?v=1518830249"},{"product_id":"kiroku-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Kiroku Sweet Potato 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\u003cspan\u003eThis complex shochu, is savory and earthy with notes of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003epu-erh tea \u003c\/em\u003eand an overwhelming character of creme brulee. Made with black koji and aged for three years in porcelain pots, this shochu has a depth that is both earthy and bold with a satisfyingly clean finish enhanced when having it \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e style with hot water.\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 80% \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) 20% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 3 years in clay pots\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":2183965605898,"sku":"05-300-0015","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kiroku.jpg?v=1637530511"},{"product_id":"tenshi-no-yuwaku-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Tenshi No Yuwaku Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 700ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly prized shochu aged in sherry barrels, and made with sweet potatoes and white koji. This shochu has a thick and creamy texture and shares brandy and sherry characteristics, while retaining all the richness of sweet potato genshu. Get notes of raisins, dried apricots, and a hint of cocoa. The name \u003cem\u003eTenshi no Yuwaku\u003c\/em\u003e (Angel's Temptation) is a reference to the \"Angel's Share.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the \"Angel's Share\", you ask? Merriam-Webster defines the phrase as: \"T\u003c\/span\u003ehe amount of an alcoholic spirit that is lost to evaporation when the liquid is being aged in porous barrels.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Nishi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83% \u003cem\u003ekoganesengan imo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 17% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 40% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Oak and Sherry casks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17034265886799,"sku":"05-300-0029","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tenshi_yuwaku_front.jpg?v=1548207881"},{"product_id":"kiccho-hozan-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Kiccho Houzan Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eComing to us from Kagoshima imo giant Nishi Shuzo, this shochu sports an earthy aroma and silky medium body owing to traditional clay-pot aging and fermentation with black koji. Try this on-the-rocks with gyoza, or \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e style for extra comfort on a cold night. Ask for the special \u003cem\u003emaewari\u003c\/em\u003e preparation of this luxurious shochu at the Umami Mart Bar for a decadent treat. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shochu benefits greatly from a small amount of dilution to round out the aromas, so try a 3:2 (shochu to water) ratio in all preparations. \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 83% sweet potatoes and 17% rice \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.4 fl oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nishi Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31512402952271,"sku":"05-300-0014","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kiccho_hozan.jpg?v=1584737597"},{"product_id":"hakuten-hozan-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Hakuten Houzan Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom Kagoshima's famous \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) shochu distillery Nishi Shuzo, meet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/tomino-hozan-imo-shochu-btl-25-oz\"\u003eTomi No Hozan\u003c\/a\u003e's shy nephew, Hakuten. Sporting a buttery mouthfeel and flirty floral nose, this shochu is a delight floated on some soda and ice with a plate of \u003cem\u003etsukemono \u003c\/em\u003e(pickles).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlog Recipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/matcha-catechin-shake\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMatcha Catechin Shake\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83% imo (sweet potato) and 17% kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji Type: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nishi Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31687560495183,"sku":"05-300-0008","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hakuten_houzan.jpg?v=1580409658"},{"product_id":"kozuru-kuro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Kozuru Kuro Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"This is our house shochu for highballs and chuhai, and the best bang for your buck. A classic imo shochu, black koji and atmospheric distillation bolster this to be bold and wild, but very well-rounded. Great on the rocks or cut with hot water (oyuwari).\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Komasa Jyozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 84% \u003cem\u003ekoganesengan imo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 16% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Komasa Jyozo Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866296266831,"sku":"05-300-0016","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kozuru.jpg?v=1629427290"},{"product_id":"nouka-no-yome-yaki-imo-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Nouka no Yome Yaki Imo Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom Kagoshima's Kirishima Distillery comes \u003cem\u003eNouka no Yome,\u003c\/em\u003e a sister brand to \u003cem\u003eAkarui Nouson. \u003c\/em\u003eThis shochu is distilled using koganesengan \u003cem\u003eyaki-imo,\u003c\/em\u003e or roasted Satsuma sweet potatoes. Roasted sweet potatoes contain more developed sugars and less moisture from the gate compared to typically steamed sweet potatoes, and allow for a firmer, more uniform mash. The result is a subtler expression of \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e profile on the nose and palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink this with soda when you're nostalgic for Vanilla Coke. \u003cem\u003eOyuwari (\u003c\/em\u003ecut with hot water) highlights its creamy texture and warm, inviting affect, revealing notes of freshly baked donuts with an air of vanilla bean \u003cem\u003epanna cotta.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReach for this shochu when you want a subtly-sweet, unassuming, and comforting drink. It's great as a nightcap after a big dinner or as an accompaniment to richer foods, like \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/the-japanese-pantrys-pork-belly-kakuni\"\u003ebuta no kakuni\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\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 Kagoshima, Japan by Kirishimacho Jyoryusho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eKoganesengan yaki imo\u003c\/em\u003e (roasted sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirishimacho Jyoryusho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39294505549903,"sku":"05-300-0032","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/nouka_no_yome.jpg?v=1618252419"},{"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":"tsurushi-floating-moon-2020-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Tsurushi Floating Moon Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eYachiyoden produces sweet potato shochu using 100% sweet potatoes grown on site at the distillery in Tarumizu, Kagoshima, a location East of Sakurajima\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003evolcano known for their \u003cem\u003eonsen\u003c\/em\u003e (hot springs)\u003cem\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003eTsurushi is distilled from sweet potatoes that are hung to dry before fermentation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a \u003cem\u003emuroka\u003c\/em\u003e (unfiltered) shochu, it forgoes the standard charcoal filtration; the result is a drink full of intense sweet potato character. So intense in fact, that this shochu benefits from a little bit of decanting: we recommend letting it sit out for a few minutes after you pour it. It really opens up after some oxidation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet notes toasted coconut, tropical fruit, and black pepper with an enchanting maple aroma and a slick, chewy texture. The importer recommended trying it chilled in a glass like a white wine.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 Yachiyoden Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Local Kagoshima \u003cem\u003eBeniharuka imo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: white (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiltration: Muroka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yachiyoden Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39430064111695,"sku":"05-300-0035","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tsurushi_imo_shochu.jpg?v=1624825974"},{"product_id":"kiroku-muroka-sweet-potato-shochu-2021-btl-720ml","title":"Kiroku Muroka Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eShochu-heads are sure to recognize the iconic label for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/kiroku-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz\"\u003eKiroku\u003c\/a\u003e, a long-held favorite among our staff and customers. We love this brand for its rich and luxurious texture and distinct subtle floral aroma. That's why we're so excited to share this limited seasonal release with you: Kiroku Muroka! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis shochu is lightly filtered to preserve all of the awesome oils, flecks, and volatiles which sing in the glass and lap against the edges. This is also made with certified organic potatoes, a badge of honor not often seen on shochu available in the states. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRemoving the paper and popping the top, we were overwhelmed with the aroma of flesh flowers: think honeysuckle, jasmine, lavender. After pouring the shochu and letting it air out a bit, the sweetest grain aroma emerges, like Whoppers and sweet corn, while the florality takes a break. First sips offer the signature Kiroku creme brulee with an unmistakable fresh quality which is very easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTry this \u003cem\u003emizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (with water), oyuwari (with hot water), or with soda. Any way you serve this will reveal more hidden delights from this darling libation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs this is a seasonal release, we recommend you drink this while it is fresh; enjoy the experience of new releases while they are tasting new!\u003c\/em\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 80% Yuki Noho Koganesengan \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (organic sweet potato) 20% \u003cem\u003ekome\u003c\/em\u003e (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiltration: Non-carbon filtered\u003cbr\u003e\n\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":39592652767311,"sku":"05-300-0037","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kiroku_silver_muroka.jpg?v=1665182096"},{"product_id":"yamaneko-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Yamaneko Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade with the choicest Joy White \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato), and local Miyazaki Hinohikari rice for the koji, Yamaneko is a gleeful roasted imo shochu full of great texture and gentle lush fruit aromas and flavors. This drinks like a strawberry-banana smoothie, juicy and tropical. The fruity notes are enhanced with ice or soda. \u003cem\u003eMizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (mixed with water) is highly recommended for this shochu! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOne of our favorite shochu makers, Kuroki Honten grows sweet potatoes used for Yamaneko on their own farm, using sustainable, organic practices. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTake a look at the eyes of this \u003cem\u003ekuroneko \u003c\/em\u003e(black cat). They are imploring us to get in touch with our spooky side and indulge in the juicy, creamy loveliness that is this shochu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan at \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOsuzuyama Distillery by Kuroki Honten\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 80% \"Joy White\" \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) 20% \u003cem\u003eHino Hikari koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuroki Honten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39598584496207,"sku":"05-300-0038","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yamaneko.jpg?v=1632952615"},{"product_id":"asahi-mannen-10-000-years-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Watanabe Shochu Bros Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur Spirits Portfolio Manager De'Andre dubbed this shochu \"liquid smoke,\" and we couldn't agree more. Koganesengan sweet potatoes, estate grown at Watanabe Distillery and 100% spontaneous fermentation lend the unmistakeable character of white pepper, black licorice, and black currant to this devious and delectable drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis bottle also presents black koji laid bare before you: get powdered sugar, charcoal minerality, and sumptuous umami on the finish. Despite all of the complexity and attitude, this shochu finishes clean, making one eager to lap up more. Enjoy this on the rocks, or \u003cem\u003eoyuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(over hot water).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn addition to standard-practice open clay pot fermentation, Miyazaki's Watanabe Shuzo goes a step further and opens all the windows in the fermentation room and invites all of the local ambient yeasts of their area into the mix to influence the fermentation magic. Watanabe over-delivers in the terroir department.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis shochu was paired with two other complementary imo shochus in the Don't Be Imo Three Pack. Get it\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/dont-be-so-imo-three-pack?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d0c4911ea\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand save! \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 83% estate-grown \u003cem\u003eKogane Sengan\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato), 17% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Watanabe Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39751818248271,"sku":"05-300-0040","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/watanabe_bros.jpg?v=1774046146"},{"product_id":"kodama-toji-junpei-beni-imo-crimson-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Kodama Toji Junpei Beni Imo Crimson Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeni imo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(red sweet potato) create an almost-neon fuchsia mash in the second fermentation of this shochu, bubbling bright as the yeast, koji, and potato do the deed before the trademark single pot-distillation. The profile is rustic and spicy. We get hickory, black pepper, fresh cream and doughnut on the nose while the palate offers earthy black coffee and a touch of aromatic eucalyptus, all while being surprisingly light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis would be an excellent \u003cem\u003emizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(mixed with ice and water) or rocks pick, or you can enhance its sarsaparilla-like quality by drinking it with soda water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis shochu was paired with two other complementary imo shochus in the Don't Be Imo Three Pack. Get it\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/dont-be-so-imo-three-pack?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d0c4911ea\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand save! \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 Kodama Jozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 84% \u003cem\u003eMurasaki-masari imo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 16% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kodama Jozo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39751820607567,"sku":"05-300-0041","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/toji_junpei.jpg?v=1646947871"},{"product_id":"satoh-kuro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Satoh Kuro Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWe are giddy to announce the arrival of Satoh Shuzo's internationally acclaimed shochu, Satoh Kuro. This shochu uses a 2:3 ratio of koji rice to sweet potatoes, much higher than the 1:5 typically found in most Satsuma shochu (shochu distilled in Kagoshima prefecture from locally grown sweet potatoes), and it shows!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis shochu is rich, bodacious, and endlessly complex. Aromas of assam tea and black currant give way to fudge ripple, chaga mushroom, and vanilla frosting. Thank all the black koji for why that finish is still going!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis shochu was paired with two other complementary imo shochus in the Don't Be Imo Three Pack. Get it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/dont-be-so-imo-three-pack?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d0c4911ea\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e and save! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Satoh Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 60% \u003cem\u003eKoganesengan\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 40% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Satoh Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39758704934991,"sku":"05-300-0043","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/satoh_imo.jpg?v=1642373312"},{"product_id":"mori-izou-gokujo-ultra-premium-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Mori Izou Gokujo Ultra Premium Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eUmami Mart is the first shop in the country to carry this shochu!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eTypically only available through lottery in Japan, Mori Izou is a super limited sweet potato shochu brand from Kagoshima; it's highly sought-after and is most often found on secondary markets online. So when we were informed we were able to grab a few bottles of this, we were thrilled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFermented in clay pots and then aged for three years after distillation, this shochu is smooth, mellow, and very refined, softened from years of quiet reflection in its own juices. We get light floral notes of lavender and butter cookie on the nose - very different from what you may expect from more unctuous and earthy imos out there. The palate is soft and marshmallow-textured, with light caramel, fatty dairy, and a touch of tropical fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDrink this ultra-premium offering on the rocks with sliced hamachi sashimi or fresh fruit.\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 Mori Izou Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 3 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39776935870543,"sku":"05-300-0044","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/moriizou_shochu.jpg?v=1642980615"},{"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":"xl-akarui-nouson-sweet-potato-shochu-isshobin-btl-1750ml","title":"XL Akarui Nouson Sweet Potato Shochu Isshobin (BTL 1750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-style: italic;\"\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 This is a \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShochu Gumi selection! It was featured in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-005-stay-home-with-shochu-december-2020\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDecember 2020 \"Stay Home With Shochu\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've died and gone to shochu heaven! We've finally gotten our hands on the first isshobin (1.8L bottle) bottlings of shochu to grace our shores. Previously only available for sake, these large bottle formats contain 2.5 standard bottles worth of shochu and are perfect for keeping around for entertaining, sharing with large groups, or just to have a trusty bottle of shochu around you don't have to worry about checking the levels on so often. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKayoko first had this at Ippuku in Berkeley, so imagine that you’re at a rowdy izakaya having grilled meats with 10 of your friends or colleagues. The fruity nose reminds us of fermented pineapples and tropical fruit. It’s bright and funky and great mixed with soda and a spritz of lime. Food pairings run the gamut, from fries to kimchi and pickles, to tonkatsu. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's our recipe for a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-005-stay-home-with-shochu-december-2020\"\u003eRusty Nail cocktail variation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e This bottle is an in-store offering only. Due to the size of the bottle, we can not ship this bottle.\u003c\/em\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 Kirishimacho Jyoryusho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83% \u003cem\u003eKoganesengan imo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 17% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: black and white blend (kome) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 fl oz (1750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40004696178767,"sku":"05-300-0056","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/akarui_isshou.jpg?v=1656546277"},{"product_id":"jikuya-black-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-24-oz","title":"Jikuya Black Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe sister shochu to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/jikuya-white-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml\"\u003eJikuya White\u003c\/a\u003e, this version is made with black koji. Get strong notes of passionfruit, acidity from the black koji, and earthy sweet potato. We love this shochu 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 Jikuya Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Kogane Sengan imo (sweet potato) + kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \/ Yeast: Kagoshima K2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jikuya Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40092438462543,"sku":"05-300-0058","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/jikuya_black.jpg?v=1741362217"},{"product_id":"nouka-no-yome-murasaki-yaki-imo-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720-ml","title":"Nouka no Yome Murasaki Yaki Imo Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNouka no Yome Yaki Imo remains to this day the only brand of\u003cem\u003e yaki imo\u003c\/em\u003e (roasted sweet potato) shochu available in the U.S., and whether at our bar, in the shop, or at home, we put it to pretty good use. It's basically our unofficial house go-to for \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (cut with hot water) shochu. While the original Nouka no Yome has dry aromas and a subtle palate overall, the Eimurasaki and Ayamurasaki potatoes used offer so much more fruit and complexity to the matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose we get root beer, red grape, and flan. The palate is sumptuous, with notes of tamarind, yogurt, and a lingering aromatic finish of honey butter. YUM. The brewer recommends oyuwari for this shochu, and we agree. The higher temperature brings out a ton more sweetness and complexity, and makes it rich and cozy. Treat yourself to notes of marshmallow, yellow peach, strawberry yogurt, and a hint of Thai iced tea on the finish. This succulent shochu shines as oyuwari, warming even the coldest of hearts. Grab an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/alstar-flute-3-pack?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fc900cf7a\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eoyuwari glass\u003c\/a\u003e and get to it!   \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 Kirishimacho Jyoryusho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eAyamurasaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e yaki imo\u003c\/em\u003e (roasted purple sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirishimacho Jyoryusho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40155572109391,"sku":"05-300-0059","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/nouka_no_yome_murasaki.jpg?v=1674244679"},{"product_id":"akarui-nouson-akaimo-jikomi-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720-ml","title":"Akarui Nouson Akaimo Jikomi Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720 ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis has all the bright, fruity flair of the standard\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/akarui-nouson-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=338930f59\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eAkarui Nouson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebrand with more volume, complexity, and sweetness across the board. While Akarui Nouson is light, juicy, and fairly unassuming, the Akaimo Jikomi version is a more layered experience, with the perfect level of intensity at every stage. On the nose we get fresh blueberry, maple, and powdered sugar, while the palate is thick yet subtly sweet; we get aromas of pineapple cake, black pepper, and a strikingly clean mineral-rich aromatic finish of kokuto sugar. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur favorite way to enjoy this has been \u003cem\u003esodawari. \u003c\/em\u003eThe brightness of the club soda elevates the fruitier aspects of the shochu from deeper, sweet stonefruit and berry notes to brighter tropical notes of banana and mango. We enjoyed this with a greasy ol' pizza with pepperoni and vinegar peppers and it was smashing, like a bright, not-too-sweet fruit seltzer, cutting perfectly through the oil and complementing the meat and cheese. The brewer recommends rocks or \u003cem\u003emizuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(cut with ice and water) for this shochu.\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 Kagoshima, Japan by Kirishimacho Jyoryusho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eEimurasaki and Ayamurasaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e imo\u003c\/em\u003e (red and purple sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirishimacho Jyoryusho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40155573059663,"sku":"05-300-0060","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/akarui_nouson_aka.jpg?v=1674244516"},{"product_id":"manzen-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-24-oz","title":"Manzen Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eManzen Shuzo has been located in the mountains of Kirishima for the past 150 years. The company was revived by the current fourth generation president Toshihiro Manzen and they make three shochus (one for each kind of koji) with the\u003cbr\u003epristine Kirishima \u003ci\u003erekka sui\u003c\/i\u003e – waters full of volcanic minerals. Fermentation occurs for about two weeks in the traditional \u003ci\u003ekamejikomi\u003c\/i\u003e style (in vats made out of ceramic) and they use a finicky, labor-intensive wooden still for distillation. The only mechanized step occurs in the steaming of the rice to make the koji.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToji Hiroyuki Manzen-san recommends this shochu oyuwari (at 95 ̊F) with roast beef or torisashi (chicken sashimi), while we enjoyed it on the rocks or mizuwari with a summer vegetable ratatouille or Pollo a la Catalan (chicken braised with wine and dried fruits) from the recent issue of Milk Street. These dishes greatly complemented the fruity (think Hawaiian Fruit Punch!) yet earthy, minerally notes of the shochu. Fun fact: Hawaiian Shochu Company’s Ken Hirata apprenticed at Manzen before opening his distillery on Oahu.\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 Manzen Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40265674981455,"sku":"05-300-0062","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/manzen_imo.jpg?v=1693512399"},{"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":"daiyame-imo-shochu-btl-900ml","title":"Daiyame Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 900ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince its conception a few years ago, Daiyame is a shining example of the trend of lighter, brighter, and fruitier imo shochus which have been gaining popularity in bars and izakaya in Japan. Using a secret aging method for their potatoes (which they dub \u003cem\u003ekoujuku\u003c\/em\u003e) Hamada is able to capture intense, juicy, fruity aromas of lychee, muscat grape, and rosewater from their potatoes. The bright, ester aromatics produced in the fermentation are preserved with low-temperature vacuum distillation, a distilling technique used by less than 1% of sweet potato shochu producers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaiyame is finally here in the U.S. to aid in the bubbly bacchanals you didn't know you were missing! Chill some of this juicy and aromatic shochu over ice and top it up with a lot of soda, and you'll be sporting gorgeous lychee goodness in your glass in no time. \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 84% koujuku \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(sweet potato) and 16%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: black (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 fl oz (900ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hamada Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40673103282255,"sku":"05-300-0070","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/daiyame.jpg?v=1685737229"},{"product_id":"nakamura-nakamura-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Nakamura Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince 1888, Nakamura have been hand-making their famed shochu with locally grown sweet potatoes. This bottle is light and crushable with notes of Bosc pear, grassy green tobacco, and bubblegum. Enjoy on the rocks, with soda, or with hot water for a cozy night cap.\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 Nakamura Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83%\u003cem\u003e imo \u003c\/em\u003e(sweet potato) and 17% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: white \/ Distillation: atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 oz (720 ml) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nakamura Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40679180697679,"sku":"05-300-0071","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/nakamura_shochu.jpg?v=1690660427"},{"product_id":"natsu-no-mannen-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Natsu No Mannen Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"tw-data-text tw-text-large tw-ta\" data-placeholder=\"Translation\" id=\"tw-target-text\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe love this limited summer shochu which is refreshing and light at just 20% ABV. Plus, how cute is this label?! On the nose you'll get purple fruit, powdered sugar, juicy pear, while the palate is earthy and floral. Enjoy all its aromas in a rocks glass with plenty of ice or a pint glass with soda.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tw-data-text tw-text-large tw-ta\" data-placeholder=\"Translation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Y2IQFc\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWatanabe Shuzo in Miyazaki grows sweet potatoes on their family farm and make shochu using spontaneous fermentation with strains of yeast found in the rafters of their building. \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 Watanabe Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83% Daichi no Yume \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 17% black \u003cem\u003ekome koji \u003c\/em\u003e(rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 20% \/ Koji: black \/ Distillation: atmospheric \/ Yeast: indigeonous\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":40723258736719,"sku":"05-300-0073","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/natsunomannen.jpg?v=1690660462"},{"product_id":"ouka-song-of-praise-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Ouka 'Song of Praise' Sweet Potato 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\u003cspan\u003eMade with handmade koji and a sweet potato called Tama Akane that is grown on Kuroki Honten’s farm, this a variety that is radiant orange in color has a high level of beta carotene. About Ouka, Kuroki-san says, “it is a valuable shochu because the potato is dicult to steam and the amount of alcohol that can be removed is small.” With strong notes of black tea, orange blossoms and vanilla (Celestial Seasoning’s Mandarin Orange Spice Tea, anyone?), this aromatic shochu brightens in any service style, even cocktails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eButtermilk fried chicken\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.latimes.com\/recipe\/grilled-dungeness-crab\"\u003eCamino Grilled Crab\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Drink:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSodawari (with club soda and ice)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOyuwari (with hot water - see below)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGimlet Cocktail: 2oz Ouka, 0.5oz lime, 0.5oz simple syrup. Shake for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e10-15 seconds, pour into a coupe, garnish with lime peel.\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 80% \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) 20% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: Black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 3 years in clay pots\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":40742520258639,"sku":"05-300-0074","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/ouka_imo.jpg?v=1701540961"},{"product_id":"tama-akane-hozan-imo-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Houzan Jyosen Tama Akane Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis bottle is the fourth in a series of bottles by Nishi Shuzo (who you may know as maker of the famous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/tenshi-no-yuwaku-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml\"\u003eTenshi No Yuwaku\u003c\/a\u003e) highlighting different single-variety sweet potatoes, and adjusting its soil environment to bring out its maximum flavors. Bright orange in color, the Tama Akane potato is high in beta carotene and is known to be difficult to steam so yield is low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shochu pairs really well with all kind of teas, not just oolong, thanks to the rich tea aromas of the shochu. There are excellent notes of bergamot (Earl Gray) but we also got the salinity of sencha on the tailend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\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 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003elocally grown Tama Akane sweet potato \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nishi Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40795618410575,"sku":"05-300-0075","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/092024_shg_Hozan_Jyosen_Tama_Akane.jpg?v=1727986315"},{"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":"daiyame-40-sweet-potato-shochu","title":"Daiyame 40 Sweet Potato Shochu (700ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eSince its conception a few years ago, Daiyame is a shining example of the trend of lighter, brighter, and fruitier imo shochus which have been gaining popularity in bars and izakaya in Japan. And at 40% ABV, it truly packs a punch! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eUsing a secret aging method for their potatoes (which they dub \u003cem\u003ekoujuku\u003c\/em\u003e) Hamada is able to capture intense, juicy, fruity aromas of lychee, muscat grape, and rosewater from their potatoes. You can't miss the spicy tail end, thanks to the higher proof. The bright, ester aromatics produced in the fermentation are preserved low-temperature vacuum distillation, a distilling technique used by less than 1% of sweet potato shochu producers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eDaiyame is finally here in the U.S. to aid in the bubbly bacchanals you didn't know you were missing! Chill some of this juicy and aromatic shochu over ice and top it up with a lot of soda, and you'll be sporting gorgeous lychee goodness in your glass in no time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\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 83% \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(sweet potato) and 17%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 40% \/ Koji: black (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (700ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hamada Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41729639383119,"sku":"05-300-0081","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/daiyame40.jpg?v=1718314765"},{"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":"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":"yuki-no-mannen-snow-penguin-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Yuki No Mannen \"Snow Penguin\" Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"tw-data-text tw-text-large tw-ta\" data-placeholder=\"Translation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Y2IQFc\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWatanabe Shuzo in Miyazaki grows sweet potatoes on their family farm and make shochu using spontaneous fermentation with strains of yeast found in the rafters of their building. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloral aromas of lavender and honeysuckle, lightly sweet tropical flavors with a slight touch of caramel.\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 Watanabe Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83% Daichi no Yume \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 17% black \u003cem\u003ekome koji \u003c\/em\u003e(rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged 3-6 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 28% \/ Koji: black \/ Distillation: atmospheric \/ Yeast: indigeonous\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":42971999993935,"sku":"05-300-0091","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/x20211117-DSC02637-2.jpg?v=1749136673"},{"product_id":"nakamura-gyokuro-shiro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Nakamura Gyokuro Shiro Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a tasting with Shinya-san of all of his shochus, Kayoko loved this best. Made with locally grown, pesticide-free Hinohikari rice for the koji rice, Shinya-san says it gives the shochu a rich, mellow flavor with a wide range of depth. Another point of interest of this bottle is that it is aged using the Shitsugi method (similar to Solera), blending old barrels with new ones to create a consistent, complex flavor profile. Shitsugi is traditionally used for awamori, and this is the first time I’m hearing of it being used for an imo shochu. Enjoy the crisp acidity that is a hallmark of white koji, enhanced when warmed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eEarthy minerals, powdered sugar, taffy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stuffed “roll cabbage”, Oysters Rockefeller, a holiday meal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eService Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the rocks, oyuwari\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSince 1888, Nakamura have been hand-making their famed shochu with locally grown sweet potatoes. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Nakamura Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from: Kogane Sengan Sweet potato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Enamel Tanks for 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 oz (720 ml) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nakamura Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43104532660303,"sku":"05-300-0094","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Gyokuro_Shiro_Imo.jpg?v=1764806321"},{"product_id":"nami-hana-batch-25-big-island-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Nami Hana Batch # 25 Big Island Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe are honored to be the exclusive retailer of Hawaiian Shochu bottles on the mainland, made with aloha on Oahu. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNami Hana (Waves and Flowers) is an authentic shochu, with batch #25 produced in Haleiwa since 2013. This unique spirit is meticulously hand-crafted from Hawaiian sweet potato and cultured koji rice, offering natural flavors and a clean, genuine taste profile, free from artificial additives. Each batch of NamiHana is distinct, with batch #25 specifically made from sweet potatoes cultivated on The Big Island. The production site or the variety of sweet potato changes with every batch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom the distiller: Please shake lightly before you serve, and finish as soon as possible (within the month). Keep Nami Hana at room temp but please avoid direct sunlight.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead Kayoko's interview with Hawaiian Shochu Company's Ken Hirata \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-ken-hirata-of-hawaiian-shochu-company\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/em\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 Haleiwa, Hawaii by Hawaiian Shochu Company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled From: Sweet Potato from Maui\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 30% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hawaiian Shochu Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43743852363855,"sku":"05-300-0099","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/namihana_blank_number.jpg?v=1665087062"},{"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. 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