{"title":"Shochu for Whisky Lovers","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hyakunen-no-kodoku-barrel-aged-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Hyakunen no Kodoku Barrel Aged Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNamed after the famed novel \u003cem\u003eOne Hundred Years of Solitude\u003c\/em\u003e, this is a statement shochu that is made in limited quantities. Yoko received this as a going away gift from her boss when she moved back to the U.S. from Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing 100% locally-grown organic barley, this shochu is aged in oak casks for 3-5 years to develop a rich complexity akin to whisky. Enjoy a spectrum of aromas, from coconut and ripe pineapple to caramel and even pipe tobacco. Try this neat or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e style to uncover all the levels of flavor.\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 100% \u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and \u003cem\u003emugi koji\u003c\/em\u003e (barley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 40% \/ Koji: White (barley) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Oak casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 3-5 years\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":2200334958602,"sku":"05-100-0005","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/100kodoku_front.jpg?v=1518829581"},{"product_id":"tenshi-no-yuwaku-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Tenshi No Yuwaku Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 700ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly prized shochu aged in sherry barrels, and made with sweet potatoes and white koji. This shochu has a thick and creamy texture and shares brandy and sherry characteristics, while retaining all the richness of sweet potato genshu. Get notes of raisins, dried apriocots, and a hint of cocoa. The name \u003cem\u003eTenshi no Yuwaku\u003c\/em\u003e (Angel's Temptation) is a reference to the \"Angel's Share.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the \"Angel's Share\", you ask? Merriam-Webster defines the phrase as: \"T\u003c\/span\u003ehe amount of an alcoholic spirit that is lost to evaporation when the liquid is being aged in porous barrels.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Nishi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 83% \u003cem\u003ekoganesengan imo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and 17% \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 40% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Oak and Sherry casks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17034265886799,"sku":"05-300-0029","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tenshi_yuwaku_front.jpg?v=1548207881"},{"product_id":"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":"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":"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":"masako-11-years-aged-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Masako 11 Years Aged Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAged barley shochus are rare to find without the influences of barrel-aging, which normally impart a golden hue and notes from the barrel to a shochu. Instead, Masako is aged a whopping 11 years prior to bottling (distillation date was 2009) in a combination of ceramic pots and enamel tanks. The result is a deep and rich expression full of sweet green pepper, allspice, and an enveloping milk-chocolate finish. This indulgent shochu shows off a level of funkiness and complexity you can only find with substantial aging. Recommended \u003cem\u003eoyuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(with hot water) or on the rocks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFurusawa Distillery in Miyazaki perfectly encapsulates the Female Frontrunners, with Motoko becoming the first woman master distiller in Miyazaki in 1945 when she joined as the 3rd generation Toji of the distillery. She was replaced by her daughter, Masako, who is currently the 5th generation master distiller, and so goes it down the line. Mahoko is Motoko's granddaughter, and is currently training for the role.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Furusawa Jyozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% \u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and \u003cem\u003emugi koji\u003c\/em\u003e (barley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 35% \/ Koji: white (barley) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged: 11 years \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVessel: Ceramic pots and 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":"Furusawa Jyozo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39430073516111,"sku":"05-100-0025","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/masako_shochu.jpg?v=1626989948"},{"product_id":"asahi-mannen-boshi-galaxy-genshu-barley-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Asahi Mannen Boshi \"Galaxy\" Genshu Barley Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA dynamic barley \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e (tank strength) for those looking for a grain-forward, complex shochu with a long palate-ride and ample spice. We get delectable, buttery cinnamon-sugar toast which dissolves into sesame, green pepper, and a touch of fresh blackberry on the finish. The high ABV on this makes it perfect in a cocktail, or just enjoy it with a healthy amount of club soda and ice. Anything goes with this shochu. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Watanabe Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% \u003cem\u003eEhime mannenboshi mugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and \u003cem\u003emugi koji\u003c\/em\u003e (barley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: White (barley) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:40%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Watanabe Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39751819427919,"sku":"05-100-0033","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mannenboshi.jpg?v=1647210611"},{"product_id":"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":"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":"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"},{"product_id":"iichiko-special-mugi-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Iichiko Special 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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's been some time since we've carried an Iichiko product, and we're glad to have this one! This is a new import to the US, and sports a slightly higher ABV - great for stretching out in a cocktail or a big, cold, bubbly highball. This shochu is aged in White Oak and Mizunara for ample notes of vanilla, stone fruit, and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e Features: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Oita, Japan by Sanwa Shurui Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% \u003cem\u003emugi\u003c\/em\u003e (barley) and \u003cem\u003emugi koji\u003c\/em\u003e (barley koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 30% \/ Koji: White (barley) \/ Distillation: Vacuum and Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40713763881039,"sku":"05-100-0040","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/iichiko_special.jpg?v=1689206794"},{"product_id":"ranbiki-5-year-aged-barley-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Ranbiki 5 Year Aged Barley Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNew to the American market, Ranbiki 5 year barrel aged barley shochu hails from Ebisu Distillery in Fukuoka. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden in hue with notes of butterscotch and cocoa with a hint of smoke. Enjoy oyuwari or on-the-rocks. Find our interview with Mr. Tanaka on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-ebisu-shuzo-fukuoka\"\u003eblog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Fukoka, Japan by Ebisu Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKyushu Nijo barley + locally sourced Japonica rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: White L-Type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: Atmospheric + vacuum (blend)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ebisu Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43942936215631,"sku":"05-100-0050","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/ranbiki_5.jpg?v=1772922387"},{"product_id":"shoro-interlude-chestnut-barrel-aged-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml","title":"Shoro Interlude Chestnut Barrel Aged Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA feature from Honkaku Spirits' Baroque Interlude Series, each Aria in the Interlude series is chosen for its beautiful representation of long-aged Koji spirits. Aria #3 is a sweet potato shochu aged four years, with an additional year in Chestnut cask. We get notes of bubble gum, allspice, clove, vanilla, and toasted wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Shoro Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Sweet potato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoji: undisclosed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation: vacuum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV: 42%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shoro Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44402931007567,"sku":"05-300-0103","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Aria03ChestnutFinishShopifySize.webp?v=1770946551"}],"url":"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/shochu-for-whisky-lovers.oembed","provider":"Umami Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}