{"title":"Shochu + Sake","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"rihaku-dreamy-clouds-tokubetsu-junmai-nigori-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Rihaku \"Dreamy Clouds\" Tokubetsu Junmai Nigori Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.34_PM_large.png?v=1548812192\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1549219452131000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGYVP-0OSilLTEAkxJBlU-vEZHFHw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Rihaku” is named after the Chinese poet Li Po, who lived from 701-762 and was known to drink sake before writing poetry. Like his poems, this sake is lyrical and distinctive as a nigori. The texture is viscous but not syrupy with rice and plum accents. Don’t be shy when pairing with spicy foods; drink chilled with curry, spicy barbeque, and pad thai – all stellar companions. SG travel tip: If you are ever in Chengdu, I recommend visiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Du_Fu_Thatched_Cottage\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLi Po’s serene garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Shimane, Japan by Rihaku Shuzo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNigori tokubetsu junmai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku 59%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.6\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":"Rihaku Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23573273479,"sku":"04-200-0067","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/rihaku_nigori.jpg?v=1527297458"},{"product_id":"sake-gumi-sake-tasting-cup","title":"Sake Gumi Ochoko","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cem\u003eochoko\u003c\/em\u003e, or sake cups, were made in Japan exclusively for Umami Mart with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e logo of a flask. It matches the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/sake-gumi-carafe\"\u003eSake Gumi Carafe\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese small 1.5 oz cups are great for casual enjoyment for cold, room temperature, or warm sake. Just note, although these cups look like shot glasses, sake isn't meant to be downed in one gulp. Take your time and relish the flavor in small sips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 21px;\"\u003eCapacity: 1.5 oz \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 2\"D x 1-5\/8\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45668836746,"sku":"10-400-0005","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/um_sake_cup.jpg?v=1501114406"},{"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":"lento-kokuto-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Lento Kokuto Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eImagine lying on the tropical beaches of Amami Island, sipping on a glass of this \u003cem\u003ekokuto\u003c\/em\u003e (black sugar) shochu on the rocks. One sip is as smooth as the palm trees swaying in the gentle breeze; and crisp as the turquoise waters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged by the \u003cem\u003eonkyo jukusei\u003c\/em\u003e (acoustic aging) method for three months, in a cellar with classical music playing in the background. The result is a round aroma, smooth flavor with a slight sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan on Amami Island by Amami Oshima Kai Un Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 68% \u003cem\u003ekokuto\u003c\/em\u003e (black sugar) and 32% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAging: 3 months acoustic aged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Amami Oshima Kai Un Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12255024480335,"sku":"05-400-0003","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/rento_front.jpg?v=1527202527"},{"product_id":"yuzu-umeshu-btl-750ml","title":"Kishu No Yuzu Umeshu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDistilled in Wakayama, famous for its \u003cem\u003eume \u003c\/em\u003e(Japanese plum), this Yuzu Umeshu (plum liqueur) is sweet and sour with a kick – thanks to the pleasant marriage of ume, yuzu, and shochu. We recommend trying this umeshu on the rocks or with soda. A refreshing drink - great for a summer BBQ or happy hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind our recipe for the refreshing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/umeshu-highball\"\u003eUmeshu Highball\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Wakayama, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 12%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nakano BC Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12381961683023,"sku":"07-300-0002","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/2025kishu_yuzu.jpg?v=1744327361"},{"product_id":"beniotome-sesame-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Beniotome Sesame Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe pioneer of sesame shochu! Surprisingly neutral and clean at first (thanks to its make up of 60% wheat, 30% rice, and 10% sesame), but gives way to a rich sweetness of full-on toasted sesame. A smooth, mellow mouthfeel slides into a peanut butter finish. There's nothing like it!\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 Fukuoka, Japan by Beniotome Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley), \u003cem\u003ekome\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ekoji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji), and \u003cem\u003egoma\u003c\/em\u003e (sesame)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beniotome Shuzo Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12385698644047,"sku":"05-900-0002","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/beniotome.jpg?v=1532476912"},{"product_id":"nankai-gold-kokuto-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Nankai Gold Kokuto Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delectable brown sugar shochu from Amami Island in Okinawa is aged in American white oak and French Limousin casks. This is Japan's answer to an aged rum. Smooth, with a complex, earthy sweetness that lingers long after your last sip. It's an irresistible bouquet of raisins, chocolate, and honey!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label features the four elements of Amami Island: ocean waves, palm, hibiscus and \u003cem\u003ehabu \u003c\/em\u003e(a venomous snake native to the island).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan on Amami Island by Machida Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend of shochus distilled from 80% kokuto (black sugar) and kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 43% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum and atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: American White Oak and French Limousin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: Up to 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":"Machida Syuzo Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21297503436879,"sku":"05-400-0004","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/nankai_gold_5f3f29a3-38f2-4a99-aa18-e96f20e47a14.jpg?v=1548202156"},{"product_id":"rihei-ginger-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Rihei Ginger Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis unique premium shochu is made with locally sourced ginger from Miyazaki prefecture – a combination of 20% ginger, 30% rice, and 50% barley. Ochiai Distillery has been making shochu for over 100 years, and is now in its fourth generation. Get refreshing ginger notes on the palate with a tinge of spice and citrus. Try on the rocks or in a cocktail.\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 Ochiai Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(barley),\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(rice koji), and \u003cem\u003eshōga\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(ginger) shochu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 38% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ochiai Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21394734678095,"sku":"05-900-0005","price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/rihei.jpg?v=1550441762"},{"product_id":"mugon-rice-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Mugon Rice Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged for over 10 years in prized barrels made of \u003cem\u003eKokuji\u003c\/em\u003e (Evergreen Oak), this unique \u003cem\u003ekome\u003c\/em\u003e (rice) shochu offers notes of cashews with hints of vanilla. With a silky body and distinct aromas, enjoy on the rocks or \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (mixed with hot water) style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 1903, Sengetsu Shuzo specializes in kome shochu, and named for the famed Hitoyoshi Castle in Kumamoto prefecture.\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 Kumamoto, Japan by Sengetsu Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled from 100% kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 40% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Evergreen oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: Over 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":30085694914639,"sku":"05-200-0006","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mugon.jpg?v=1576006004"},{"product_id":"beninanko-umeshu-btl-720ml","title":"Beninanko Umeshu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing \u003cem\u003ebeninanko \u003c\/em\u003eume (a rare plum that can only be grown in sunlight), this umeshu is velvety and syrupy in texture with deep notes of apricot, caramel, and \u003cem\u003ewrinkly, wrinkly \u003c\/em\u003eume plums! This spirit consistently gets high marks from everyone who tries it at the UM bar, staff and customers alike. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from grain and beninanko ume \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% ALC\/VOL \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Wakayama, Japan by Nakano BC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31514414678095,"sku":"07-300-0001","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/beninanko2025.jpg?v=1749232752"},{"product_id":"onda-88-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Onda 88 Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.34_PM_large.png?v=1548812192\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1549219452131000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGYVP-0OSilLTEAkxJBlU-vEZHFHw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/extreme-junmais-less-polishing-big-personality-april-2020\"\u003eApril 2020\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKayoko and Yoko visited Onda Brewery in 2018. There, Onda-san told us about his concept for the 88 - to create a sake with deep structure, backbone, and umami. We'd say he achieved it with this malty, mushroomy, yeasty brew. Onda-san is so fanatical about his rice, that he grows it on site (very rare for a sake brewer)! He is especially proud of his rice and wants people to taste it in all it’s 88% glory - we’d say that’s confidence. Try it \u003c\/span\u003ewarm with savory fried snacks. Local take-out recommendation: Fried Soba Snack from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sobaichioakland.com\/\"\u003eSoba Ichi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Oakland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Onda Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai: Ippon Jime 88%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15%\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ SMV: -1 \/ Acidity: 1.5\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","brand":"Onda Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31726166769743,"sku":"04-200-0063","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/onda88.jpg?v=1590359227"},{"product_id":"takara-korui-shochu-btl-1-75l","title":"Takara Korui Shochu (BTL 1.75L)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUmami Mart is your one stop shop for making \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/how-to-make-umeshu-japanese-plum-liqueur\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eumeshu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/how-to-make-biwashu-loquat-liqueur\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ebiwashu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or just about any other\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eshu\u003c\/em\u003e! Use this 1.75 liter bottle of \u003cem\u003ekoorui\u003c\/em\u003e shochu to infuse your favorite fruit along with rock sugar or honey to make all types of liqueurs and infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to make umeshu by watching our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7peT4BnyvYM\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003evideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e! Or read the recipe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/how-to-make-umeshu-japanese-plum-liqueur\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7peT4BnyvYM\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from sugar cane, molasses, barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 oz (1.75L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKoji Type: N\/A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Chiba, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Takara Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32216063967311,"sku":"05-900-0006","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/takara_korui_shochu.jpg?v=1590080663"},{"product_id":"namahage-devil-s-mask-kasutori-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Namahage “Devil’s Mask” Kasutori Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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\"\u003eThis is a \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-008-kasutori-shochu\"\u003eSeptember 2021 \"Kasutori Shochu\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis shochu was created in 1983; the \u003cem\u003etoji\u003c\/em\u003e (master brewer) at the time wanted to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003emake something using the \u003cem\u003esake kasu\u003c\/em\u003e (lees). After sake \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eis pressed, breweries are left with kasu – sediment in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ecake-like blocks that have about 8% of alcohol left in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ethem. They are able to distill this to make kasutori \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eshochu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAged in enamel tanks, this shochu is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ecombination of kasu made of different sakes at Akita \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSeishu. Mr. Sasaki describes the flavors of Namahage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eas “wild and dry” which pairs well with summery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003edishes like \u003cstrong\u003ebuffalo mozzarella caprese with heirloom \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etomatoes and avocado\u003c\/strong\u003e, seafood like \u003cstrong\u003enizakana\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eeven richer meals like \u003cstrong\u003emabo tofu\u003c\/strong\u003e. I get Asian pear and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ecoconut on the nose and licorice on the palate. Enjoy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecold with soda\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Akita, Japan by Akita Seishu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% \u003cem\u003esake kasu\u003c\/em\u003e (rice lees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji Type: Undisclosed (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVessel: Enamel tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Akita Seishu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32793670910031,"sku":"05-200-0007","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/namahage.jpg?v=1631229241"},{"product_id":"nankai-white-oak-kokuto-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Nankai White Oak Kokuto Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eThis is the newest expression from Nankai Shochu, stateside keepers of Amami Kokuto Shochu. Get all of the tropical fruit and mineral you'd expect from Nankai but with added depth, florals, and long finish thanks to White Oak barrel aging. This would make a spectacular highball or shochu Old Fashioned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan on Amami Island by Machida Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend of shochus distilled from 80% kokuto (black sugar) and kome koji (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum and atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: American White Oak and French Limousin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 3 to 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Machida Syuzo Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40170373972047,"sku":"05-400-0012","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/nankai_white_oak.jpg?v=1689206750"},{"product_id":"sengetsu-rice-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Sengetsu Rice Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/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\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-014-female-frontrunners?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=ff7efb204\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMarch 2023 \"Female Frontrunners.\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bottle is an ideal shochu for those who are just getting to know the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese spirit, and for sake lovers in the mood for something new. A Kuma Shochu (made in Kumamoto with 100% rice and local water), Sengetsu is crisp, light, and perfect on-the-rocks alongside temaki, lemon roasted chicken, and Kenji Lopez-Alt’s radicchio and anchovy salad. In the colder months, we love it warmed up and enjoyed in small ochoko to take in the sweet notes of freshly steamed rice and pineapple. The magic of shochu is that it is distilled, so it showcases the rice here in a completely different way from sake (which is brewed), particularly in mouthfeel with its more lightweight body. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 1903, Sengetsu Shuzo specializes in kome shochu, and named for the famed Hitoyoshi Castle in Kumamoto prefecture.\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 Kumamoto, Japan by Sengetsu Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled from 100% kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282673610831,"sku":"05-200-0018","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/sengetsu_kome_product.jpg?v=1687981301"},{"product_id":"shochu-all-day-pack","title":"Shochu All Day Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAre you new to shochu? Looking to spice up the liquor cabinet? An unabashed shochu freak who just wants a bit of curation? The Shochu All Day Pack was meant for you, wherever you may fall in this group. This is a tight three-pack of staff and customer favorites, spanning three prominent shochu styles and hitting just about all of colors of the flavor wheel without breaking the bank. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHere's what we've got for you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/kozuru-kuro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=71d808f84\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKozuru Kuro Sweet Potato Shochu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA classic \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) shochu. Bold and rustic, we get notes of purple fruit, fudge brownie, and mushroom. Terrific on the rocks, \u003cem\u003eoyuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(cut with hot water), or straight up. This is the perfect candidate for all-day shochu and is a great introduction into the \u003cem\u003eimojochu\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato shochu) category. Try this one out \u003cem\u003emaewari \u003c\/em\u003eas well - dilute it 40% with water and let it sit in a vessel of your choosing for 1-2 days to enjoy soft and smooth chocolatey shochu that you can drink straight or warm up directly like you would sake.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/yamasemi-rice-shochu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4e2e845c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eYamasemi Rice Shochu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ekame\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e clay pots, giving it some similar aromatic characteristics to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eawamori. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/naka-naka-barley-shochu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;amp;_sid=64e06776d\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/naka-naka-barley-shochu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;amp;_sid=64e06776d\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eNaka Naka Barley Shochu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you love this pack, there's so much more out there! Shochu Director Kayoko and the UM team is always scouring the earth for what's new and exciting from Japan, and we'll release the best and boldest first to Shochu Gumi members. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-and-shochu-gumi\/products\/shochu-gumi\"\u003eJoin today\u003c\/a\u003e and get exploring! You're in good company. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eShochu All Day Pack Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1 - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/yamasemi-rice-shochu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4e2e845c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eYamasemi \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/toyanagakura-rice-shochu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;amp;_sid=a6608e1bd\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e(720ml, Osuzuyama Distillery, Miyazaki Japan 24%\u003c\/span\u003e ABV)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e1 - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/kozuru-kuro-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=99a7f1443\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eKozuru Kuro Sweet Potato Shochu\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(750ml, Komasa Jyozo, Kagoshima, Japan 24\u003c\/span\u003e% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e1 -\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/naka-naka-barley-shochu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=daf45cb88\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e Naka Naka Barley Shochu \u003c\/a\u003e(750ml, Nishiyoshida Shuzo, Fukuoka, Japan 25% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Various","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40345971916879,"sku":"05-600-0007","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/everyday_shochu_pack.jpg?v=1667521982"},{"product_id":"kuramoto-mutenka-umeshu-btl-750ml","title":"Kuramoto Mutenka Umeshu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade using local Ehime grown \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003enanko\u003c\/em\u003e ume and single-distilled rice shochu, this \u003cem\u003emutenka\u003c\/em\u003e (additive-free) umeshu is light, tart, and juicy. We get notes of orange creamsicle and acerola cherries. Choose this as a light and bright alternative to the sultry \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/beninanko-umeshu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d480a2e0e\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBeninanko\u003c\/a\u003e. Enjoy this chilled right out of the bottle, on the rocks, with soda, or use it to augment a favorite cocktail of yours! We recommend a splash in your gin highball.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Ehime, Japan by Eiko Shuzo \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUmeshu made from Nanko plums and honkaku rice shochu (rice, rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 fl oz (750ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40555648221263,"sku":"07-300-0008","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/umeshu_kuramoto.jpg?v=1677806439"},{"product_id":"saika-kokonoe-yamahai-junmai-btl-720ml","title":"Saika Kokonoe Yamahai Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis yamahai junmai has a gorgeous light-golden hue which seems to hint at its aromas of dried apricot, dulce de leche, and banana. Enjoy hints of crème fraîche and savory dried fruit notes. Saga suggests having this sake at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with flavorful fish such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003etuna\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esalmon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eyellowtail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. When asked about the label, he said “It is a three-legged crow called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eyatagarasu\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and it is said to be the messenger of guidance.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-president-toshimitsu-saika-of-kokonoe-saika\"\u003ePresident Toshimitsu Saika\u003c\/a\u003e of Kokonoe Saika says, \"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe make akazu, which is ideal for making sushi rice. We are the only brewery that makes both akazu vinegar and sake. In fact, we started as a vinegar maker in 1908, but realized that to make the best vinegar we needed a consistent supply of sake lees. That is why we started making sake in 1934.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-president-toshimitsu-saika-of-kokonoe-saika\"\u003einterview\u003c\/a\u003e with Mr. Saika on our blog!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Wakayama, Japan by Kokonoe Saika \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamahai Junmai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e65% Gohyakumangoku, SMV: +4,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAcidity: 1.9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 15-16%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kokonoe Saika","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40558150615119,"sku":"04-200-0266","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Saika_Yamahai_Junmai.jpg?v=1689278626"},{"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% \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":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/daiyame.jpg?v=1685737229"},{"product_id":"snow-faceted-rocks-cup-4-pack-1","title":"Snow Faceted Rocks Cup (4-Pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis sturdy, wide-mouthed cup is made in Japan for enjoying shochu on-the-rocks, but we also use it for juice, coffee, or iced tea. The faceted base allows for an easy grip, not to mention adds an element of modernity. The earthy glaze has a slight sheen while being slightly textured for a pleasurable mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 10 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 3-3\/8\"D x 3\"H\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41000209023055,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Faceted_Snow_f114cf59-05ee-4f9b-89e6-fe811b55ae5f.jpg?v=1702669163"},{"product_id":"yama-no-mori-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Yama No Mori Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the deep history of Iki shochu within this bottle. Made with one third koji rice and two thirds barley (as regulation states for all Iki shochus), get all the earthy, nutty flavors of the ingredients made with old school techniques. If you love notes of rich clay-like minerality and fresh honey this shochu is for you. 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Fifth generation toji and blender Kentaro Tanaka of Ebisu says, “\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe are a distillery specialized exclusively in aged shochu, shipping only shochu that has been aged for three years or more. Shochu can be delicious even without aging, depending on how it is made, but we believe that aging further amplifies its appeal, and we are committed to crafting aged shochu based on that belief.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word Ranbiki is the Japanese pronunciation of the Portugese word for alembic, a type of pot still that is usually made of copper. 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