{"title":"Holiday Bottles","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"narutotai-ginjo-nama-genshu-sake-can-720ml","title":"Narutotai Ginjo Nama Genshu Sake (CAN 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe call this the \"gas can\" sake because it comes in a cylindrical aluminum can. The can is what keeps this unpasteurized sake fresh and shelf stable. Besides its unique packaging, it has a striking flavor profile – with a sweet aroma of tropical fruit and melon, high acidity, and an assertive dry finish with a little heat. This is a \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e (tank strength) sake, meaning water is not added before bottling. It has a higher ABV for sake clocking in at 18.5%. Try this over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore Honke Matsuura was a sake brewery, it was run by a group of pirates in 1804! Thankfully for all sake lovers worldwide, the group pivoted to brewing in Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture (hence the product name \"Narutotai\" [-tai meaning sea bream, a famous fish in the city]). \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNote: We can ship this sake, but due to the nature of shipping, please note that fluctuations in temperature can affect the freshness of the drink, and we will always recommend picking up locally when possible. Please proceed with shipping at your own risk.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Tokushima, Japan by Narutotai Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinjo nama genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 58%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 18.5% \/ SMV: +5 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Narutotai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5267240129,"sku":"04-400-0043","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/narutotai_genshu_ginjo_nama.jpg?v=1535916313"},{"product_id":"shinkame-holy-turtle-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Shinkame \"Holy Turtle\" Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"166\" width=\"76\" alt=\"\" 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\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca 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\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Umami Mart exclusive!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eYoko's love for sake started with this bottle. It took over two years and some arm twisting to get this sake in the United States. Open a bottle of this sake and notice a bouquet of mushrooms and warm apples. It's aroma is so unique to Shinkame, you'll smell it from a mile away. Taste one drop and experience how the umami expands in the mouth and on the tongue, yet finishes satisfyingly clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatured for over two years, this sake is smooth and pairs with virtually anything – from sushi to turkey to \u003cem\u003eshabu shabu\u003c\/em\u003e. Drink it chilled or at room temperature, but you must try it warm too, or else Ogawahara-san (the previous brewery owner) will turn in his grave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about our visit to the Shinkame Brewery on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/brewery-visit-shinkame-sake-brewery\"\u003eour blog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSaitama, Japan by Shinkame Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15.5% \/ SMV: +5 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shinkame Shuzo Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1055444172810,"sku":"04-200-0083","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/shinkame.jpg?v=1510187011"},{"product_id":"naka-naka-barley-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Naka Naka Barley Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect mix of shimmering florality and buttery, toasty goodness, Naka Naka is the quintessential mugi shochu and is the perfect gateway into this deep category. It effortlessly straddles the complexity, umami, and richness of more rustic barley shochu and the gorgeous, clean, and refreshing side of more modern vacuum distilled expressions, resulting in a drink that has something in it for everyone. No self-respecting izakaya, shochu bar, or home liquor cabinet would be complete without Naka Naka on standby.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a favorite at our bar served \u003cem\u003esodawari \u003c\/em\u003e(shochu and club soda); this style wins it fast fans daily, including those new to and experienced with shochu. You can also drink it \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e style mixed with hot water to enhance the cocoa, caramel, and honey-butter aromas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Kuroki Honten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and \u003cem\u003emugi koji\u003c\/em\u003e (barley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White (barley) \/ Distillation: Blend of Atmospheric and Vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuroki Honten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2183028310026,"sku":"05-100-0014","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/nakanaka720ml.jpg?v=1661378902"},{"product_id":"yamasemi-rice-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Yamasemi Rice Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs seen on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/yamasemi-rice-shochu\"\u003eShochu'sday\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for sake lovers, this delicate rice shochu is smooth, buttery, and smoky with a hint of umami. Enhance the delicate, ricey aroma by drinking chilled or on ice. This shochu also is aged in \u003cem\u003ekame\u003c\/em\u003e clay pots, giving it some similar aromatic characteristics to \u003cem\u003eawamori. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan at Osuzuyama Distillery by Kuroki Honten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% \u003cem\u003ehanakagura \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ekome\u003c\/em\u003e (rice) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: white (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAging: Aged in clay pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.3 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuroki Honten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2183038566410,"sku":"05-200-0010","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yamasemi_front.jpg?v=1518830514"},{"product_id":"ichiros-malt-and-grain-whisky-btl-700ml","title":"Ichiro's Malt \u0026 Grain Whisky (BTL 700ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld blend whisky comprised of 10 yr old chichibu whiskies blended with Scottish, Irish, American and Canadian whiskies that are between 3 and 20 years. They're married in Japan for an additional 2-3 years. Notes of Apricot, vanilla, gingerbread, toffee and roasted nuts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIchiro Akuto founded Chichibu distillery in 2008 and has become a leader in whisky-making world-wide. Located in the forests of Saitama (Kayoko’s birthplace!), Chichibu makes their whiskies in small batches using locally grown barley. Founder Ichiro Akuto calls this an \"All World Whisky\" with notes of apricot, toffee, and gingerbread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRead about Kayoko's visit to the distillery\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/visit-to-chichibu-distillery\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Chichibu, Japan by Chichibu Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from malted local barley, rye, corn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 46.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: Blend of whiskies aged 3-20 years, aged 2-3 on site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23.7 fl oz (700ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chichibu Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2183386824714,"sku":"06-100-0003","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ichiro_malt_grain_front.jpg?v=1518828944"},{"product_id":"mars-iwai-tradition-whisky-btl-750ml","title":"Mars Iwai Tradition Whisky (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis whisky boasts a bouquet of flavor due to its blend of  70% malted barley and 30% corn and finish in ex-Bourbon, sherry and wine casks.Tasting notes include sherry, caramel, beeswax, malt, green apple, cherries and a pop of ginger in the ending with a little bit of salty smoke on the palate. Enjoy this versatile sipping whisky neat, on the rocks, or in a Rob Roy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMars Shinshu Distillery has the highest altitude of all the distilleries in Japan. Situated in Nagano (the Japanese Alps, where the newest season of Terrace House is filmed) at an elevation of over 2600 feet, the temperature drops to 5°F. With fresh, ample snowfall, Mars Shinshu Distillery is situated in an ideal place for whisky production.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Nagano, Japan by Mars Hombo Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMash Bill: 70% malted barley, and 30% corn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: ex-bourbon, red wine, sherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mars Hombo Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12190703616079,"sku":"06-100-0007","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/iwai_tradition.jpg?v=1523480480"},{"product_id":"hakkaisan-yukimuro-3-year-junmai-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Hakkaisan Yukimuro 3 Year Junmai Daiginjo 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 height=\"166\" width=\"76\" alt=\"\" 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\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca 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\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by how people stored their food throughout history in Niigata, Hakkaisan Brewery Co. piled tons of snow into a warehouse and created a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyukimuro\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(snow refrigerator) that does not require any electricity and maintains a steady temperature of 35°F all year long.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eAged for at least 3 years in Hakkaisan's famous snow-pack storage facility, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYukimuro is all things luxurious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e From its velvety, genshu texture to its aromas of fresh green apples, chopped nuts, and sumptuous vanilla custard, this a sake not to be missed for breaking the ice at celebrations, pairing with your nicer meats, or just plain treating y\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eourself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e! M\u003c\/span\u003eade with Yeasts #1001 and M310, is umami-heavy with an apple-like sweetness and a clean finish that can only be achieved through aging. When Yoko asked Hakkaisan’s Global Brand Ambassador Tim Sullivan how he enjoys this sake, he said, “To emphasize the dry finish I drink it\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echilled\u003c\/strong\u003e. To enjoy the savory umami notes, I\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit up and pair it with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebeef short ribs\u003c\/strong\u003e.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Kayoko and Yoko visited the yukimuro at Hakkaisan –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/yukimuro-snow-refrigerator-at-hakkaisan-brewery-niigata\"\u003esee the photos\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLast photo: adding fresh snow into the yukimuro. Courtesy of Hakkaisan Brewery.\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\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Hakkaisan Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai Daiginjo genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yuki no Sei + Gohyaku Mangoku 45%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 17%, SMV: -1, Acidity: 1.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hakkaisan Brewery Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13610575462479,"sku":"04-400-0018","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hakkaisan_yukimuro_dgj.jpg?v=1624825891"},{"product_id":"taiheizan-chogetsu-clear-moon-kimoto-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Taiheizan Chogetsu \"Clear Moon\" Kimoto Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/acidity-in-sake-october-2019\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOctober 2019 \"Acidity in Sake\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/acidity-in-sake-october-2019\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCrisp and clean, this sake is meant to be enjoyed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecold\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a wine glass, Eiko Kodama of the brewery told us. She said that they deliberately wanted to make it \"wine-like\" so they increased the acidity using the kimoto method. The result is a bright, floral nose with notes of grapefruit and melon. A minerally mouthfeel with tropical fruit that paired well with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecrudite\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehirame carpaccio\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epickled corn\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Akita, Japan by Kodama Jozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo kimoto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernal remaining): 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: +1 \/ Acidity: 1.6\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kodama Jozo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31330993700943,"sku":"04-400-0010","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chogetsu_junmai_ginjo.jpg?v=1584733726"},{"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.pro\/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.pro\/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":"zuisen-hakuryu-kusu-awamori-btl-750ml","title":"Zuisen Hakuryu Kusu Awamori (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" width=\"79\" height=\"155\" data-mce-selected=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\"\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-002-rice-in-shochu-march-2020\"\u003eMarch 2020\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAwamoris must be made in Okinawa, with rice and black koji, and tend to be very grassy, herbal, and funky. Quite honestly, it’s been challenging to find good awamoris in the States. Often, I’ll try an awamori here and they are overpoweringly alcoholic, unbalanced, and sorry to say, unpleasant. This may be the nature of Indica rice, along with the pungent black koji, and why there is such a rich history of agin awamoris in Okinawa – to mellow out flavors over time. So it was no surprise that Hakuryu, made with a blend of aged awamoris (the oldest being 8 years old!) is as smooth and easy as it comes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNutty, carmely, with a sweet potato-like earthiness, I love this awamori with its long, dry finish, best served on the rocks\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor \u003cem\u003emizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(with ice water). Pair with rich protein dishes\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003elike my favorites from Albany’s Lao Thai Kitchen: raw beef larb, Nam Kao salad, Lao sausage, and red duck curry. The spicier, the better!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Zuisen Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% long grain koji rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25.9% \/ 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":"Zuisen Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31765144895567,"sku":"05-500-0004","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/zuisen.jpg?v=1594763366"},{"product_id":"mantensei-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Mantensei Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.3_480x480.jpg?v=1593125452\" alt=\"\" width=\"80\" height=\"174\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\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! It was featured during \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/all-cooped-up-like-aged-sakes-dec-2020\"\u003eAll Cooped Up Like Aged Sake\u003c\/a\u003e\" month in 2020.\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“This sake is ultimately exposed to 61,320°F, or the average annual temperature multiplied by the number of days this sake is aged – that’s several very cold winters and hot summers spanning three years,” says Touda-san of Suwa Brewery. The result is a savory sake that finishes dry and has a complex minerality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBy maturing for three years at room temperature, this sake develops a deeper and well-rounded flavor. Try this at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003echilled \u003c\/strong\u003e(Yoko's favorite)\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e it to 110°F (Touda-san’s favorite) to bring out a creamy texture. Serve with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003egoat cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e from Harley Farms with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKuma Honey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e on top and you’ve got a ticket to heaven! Touda-san also recommends this sake with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecream croquettes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Tottori, Japan by Suwa Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo koshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYamada Nishiki \u0026amp; Tamakasae 50%, SMV: +3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15%\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":"Suwa Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32591600451663,"sku":"04-400-0038","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mantensei.jpg?v=1610402755"},{"product_id":"mars-iwai-45-whisky-btl-750ml","title":"Mars Iwai 45 Whisky (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIwai 45 is the same blend as Iwai Blue Label, but at a higher proof, at 45% ABV. What does this mean? It's perfect for cocktails!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInspired by great American whiskies, this Japanese whisky is distilled with a majority of corn balanced with light malt, aged in ex-bourbon barrels. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGet notes of pear and vanilla. The texture is heavy with a long, slightly smoky tail end. Ideal for a whisky highball or Old Fashioned cocktail.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMars Shinshu Distillery has the highest altitude of all the distilleries in Japan. Situated in Nagano (the Japanese Alps, where the newest season of Terrace House is filmed) at an elevation of over 2600 feet, the temperature drops to 5°F. With fresh, ample snowfall, Mars Shinshu Distillery is situated in an ideal place for whisky production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDistilled in Nagano, Japan by Mars Shinshu Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDistilled from corn, malted barley, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eABV 45%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBarrels: ex-bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1em; list-style: disc outside; padding-left: 1.3em; margin-top: 2px; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: Bariol, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mars Hombo Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32646662422607,"sku":"06-100-0005","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/iwai45.jpg?v=1602534824"},{"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":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kozuru.jpg?v=1629427290"},{"product_id":"mizuho-awamori-btl-750ml","title":"Mizuho Awamori (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-004-the-tropics-september-2020?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=99cefb73f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"155\" width=\"79\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" data-mce-selected=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-007-awamori-bazaar\"\u003eJune 2021\u003c\/a\u003e .\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI dare you to open this bottle and not finish it all in one night! What I love about awamori is its unique aroma, thanks to the liberal use of black koji – this bottle exemplifies this greatly with notes of Swiss Miss hot chocolate, rice candy, and butterscotch; yet the palate remains crisp. Mizuho has been making awamori since 1848, “Making koji by hand, brewing and distilling it carefully, and aging it slowly,” said Mr. Akira Nakazato of the company. Drink this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eon the rocks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e with many friends, around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKorean BBQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or the next \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebackyard smokeout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e on a hot summer night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Mizuho Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% indica rice \u003cem\u003ekoji\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 20% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39307601936463,"sku":"05-500-0006","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mizuho.jpg?v=1629427243"},{"product_id":"chuko-ryukyu-kusu-awamori-btl-750ml","title":"Chuko Ryukyu Kusu Awamori (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-007-awamori-bazaar\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJune 2021 \"Awamori Bazaar\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince 1949 Chuko has been making awamori, and what sets them apart today is the on-site kiln used to fire the clay pots for making kusu. In 2007, Chuko discovered the technology to extract yeast from mangos, and have released various renditions of awamori utilizing this yeast. Mr. Yasufumi Tokuda of Chuko said, “Mango yeast does not create a specific flavor, rather it creates 4-Vinyl Guaiacol (4VG), which creates a strong vanilla aroma during the maturation process.” Get fig leaf, Milk Duds, and soy sauce on the nose; enjoy this complex nectar \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (with water) with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eoysters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esteak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e in a wine glass for dessert with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebutter cookies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebrownies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. It also makes an excellent Martini!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Chuko Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% indica rice koji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 43% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \/ Yeast: Mango \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: 3 years minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVessel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chuko Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39307606065231,"sku":"05-500-0007","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chuko_awamori_sq.jpg?v=1619997273"},{"product_id":"sawahime-yamahai-junmai-sake-btl-24-oz","title":"Sawahime Yamahai Junmai Sake (BTL 24 oz)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" 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\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection! It was featured in\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/yeast-9-december-2019\"\u003eDecember\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/yeast-9-december-2019\"\u003e 2019\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sake smells of warm cooked apples – perfect for a cozy night in! This custardy brew is acidic, tart, and full-bodied because it is a \u003cem\u003eyamahai\u003c\/em\u003e (brewing technique using naturally occurring lactic acid). Notice the yeast used for this sake is KT-901, a non-foaming version of #9. Non-foaming yeasts allows brewers to fill the tank more, and it can also reduce the amount of bacteria that sticks to the sides of the tank while the foam rises and falls. This sake feels fresh and alive with a touch of effervescence, reminding me of the kombucha I had recently at Cultured in Berkeley. Great with rich foods like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebuttery brussels sprouts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esmoked salmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003etsukudani\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (soy simmered condiment), or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efoggy morning cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Loved this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrewed in Tochigi, Japan by Inoue Seikichi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYamahai junmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Hitogokochi 65%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eABV 16% \/ SMV: -1 \/ Yeast: KT-901\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Inoue Seikichi Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39337118564431,"sku":"04-200-0120","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sawahime_junmai_yamahai.jpg?v=1630623057"},{"product_id":"komasa-sakurajima-komikan-gin-btl-375ml","title":"Komasa Sakurajima Komikan Japanese Gin (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKomasa Jyozo, a favorite shochu distiller of ours in Kagoshima, makes this delightful  gin by redistilling one of their rice shochus and blends it with a selection of individually distilled botanicals, including \u003cem\u003ekomikan \u003c\/em\u003e(baby-tiny mandarin oranges)\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese Sakurajima Komikan are baby-tiny mandarin oranges that grows on Sakurajima, Kagoshima's very active volcano. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy this immensely fun and citrusey gin with club soda and a splash of tonic for a refreshing creamsicle-like beverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGet cocktail recipes by Chris Lane for this gin \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/japanese-gin-cocktail-recipes-by-chris-lane\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Komasa Jyozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from rice spirits, komikan, juniper berries, and other botanicals. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 49% \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Komasa Jyozo Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39343762407503,"sku":"07-100-0007","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/komasa_gin.jpg?v=1620858623"},{"product_id":"tsurushi-floating-moon-2020-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Tsurushi Floating Moon Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis bottle will be available to ship or for Local Pickup within one week. Pre-order now!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\u003eThe 2020 Moon Series are seasonal releases which are intended by the distiller to be consumed young and fresh!  \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":"mugi-hokka-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Mugi Hokka Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA rich, toasty, buttery, and nutty barley shochu made using Kagoshima's softest Fugendo spring water. A small amount of roasted barley is added into the second fermentation imparts an enveloping aromatic embrace. The sauce is then aged for a minimum of 5 years in enamel tanks prior to dilution to develop these flavors into the mature and well-rounded expression in the bottle; you can tell this shochu has been around the block and fits our needs perfectly for a rustic and comforting shochu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet notes of roasted ground coffee, dark chocolate, and buttered toast. This shochu is fantastic \u003cem\u003eoyuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(cut with hot water) or on the rocks accompanied by hearty, rich grilled meats. \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 Tensei Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley), 8% roasted \u003cem\u003emugi \u003c\/em\u003eand\u003cem\u003e mugi koji (\u003c\/em\u003ebarley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: white (mugi) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 5 years in enamel tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tensei Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39430070894671,"sku":"05-100-0024","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mugi_hokka.jpg?v=1629427316"},{"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.pro\/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.pro\/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":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/akarui_isshou.jpg?v=1656546277"},{"product_id":"mantensei-kinoko-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Mantensei Kinoko Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"174\" width=\"80\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.3_480x480.jpg?v=1593125452\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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! It was featured in \u003ca title=\"Fall Forage pairings November 2022\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/fall-forage-food-pairings-october-2022?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=c5d972c51\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eFall Forage Food Pairings November 2022\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis sake is a reflection of the brewery's director Masahiko Touda, who dubs himself a fungi maniac. His goal was to brew a sake that would pair with mushrooms. Notes of dried apricot, orange rind, and sweet miso enhances the earthy, deep flavors in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/kinoko-parcel\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKinoko Parcel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. We enjoy this sake at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e in a wine glass to enjoy its fruitier aromas, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e in a guinomi to take in the more savory flavors. Touda-san hunts for mushrooms all year, exclaiming, “In Japan, mushrooms can be found throughout the year and are part of our nature and life. May the Fungi be with you!\"\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Tottori, Japan by Sawa Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo koshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYamada Nishiki \u0026amp; Tamazakae 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: +6 \/ 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":"Sawa Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40076018843727,"sku":"04-400-0101","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kinoko_jg_720.jpg?v=1665427783"},{"product_id":"chuko-yokka-koji-awamori-btl-720ml","title":"Chuko Yokka Koji Awamori (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis awamori is made using a four-day koji propagation, rearing the magic microbes up to be lean, mean, flavor machines, imparting an almost explosive intensity of flavor to this awamori. This spirit is bright, floral, grassy, and everything in between. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpending no time in clay pots, Yokka Koji is bottled directly from the tank shortly after distillation. Awamori is famous for its aging process, and prized expressions often have spent years and years in clay pots to mellow out the character. Yokka Koji is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003enot \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethat. Chuko Shuzo describes this awamori in terms of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eshinshu \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(new make); it's bottled much fresher than other expressions (only aged for about a year in stainless steel), so all of the boisterous and dynamic flavors resulting from the koji's long, four-day upbringing (about 2x the length of a typical propagation) and 22 day fermentation are bursting at the seams right after distillation. It practically jumps out of the bottle! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis awamori spreads across the palate like fireworks: soft florals of lavender and chamomile lead into a kaleidoscope of peach, banana, mango, and yogurt, with a note of frosted flakes and shaved coconut on the long finish. Earthy, complex, and relentless at the same time shimmering, fresh, and bright. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Chuko Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% indica rice koji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 43% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Atmospheric  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVessel: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 oz (720 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chuko Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40080556589135,"sku":"05-500-0010","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yokka-koji.jpg?v=1656546804"},{"product_id":"seifuku-ryukyu-awamori-jikabi-btl-720ml","title":"Seifuku Ryukyu Awamori \"Jikabi\" (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" width=\"79\" height=\"155\"\u003eThis is a \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShochu Gumi selection! It was featured in J\u003ca title=\"Shochu Gumi June 2023 Zen Koji\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-015-zenkoji-june-2023\"\u003eune 2023 \"ZenKoji\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged in stainless steel for six months Seifuku is located on the picturesque island of Ishigaki, known for its beef and crystal waters for diving. There are several awamori makers on the island and Seifuku was founded here in 1949. Seifuku’s unique open-fire pot still, called jikabi, is handcrafted by chairman Norihito Kanna (the president's father). This open-fire pot is an ancient method of distilling awamori, and is said to create a better flavor profile for the drink that also ages well. Awamori to me is dessert in a glass. The rich mouthfeel with ripe banana and vanilla notes are so distinct to this Okinawan spirit – it’s the tropics in every sip. What is particular about awamori is that the ABV is quite high compared to shochu, so it really packs a punch with all the malty flavors of the rice and black koji. Great in cocktails or a hot cup of coffee bring a bottle of this to the next yakitori party and serve over lotsa ice and some soda with an orange garnish. I also love sipping on this with a big bowl of anchovy-filled olives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Okinawa, Japan by Seifuku Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% indica rice koji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 30% \/ Koji: Black \/ Distillation: Direct Fire Distillation \/ Yeast: N\/A\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVessel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40582862176335,"sku":"05-500-0011","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/awamori-seifuku-jikabi.jpg?v=1723731243"}],"url":"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/holiday-bottles.oembed","provider":"Umami Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}