{"title":"Shochu Gumi Saturday","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sennen-no-nemuri-aged-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Sennen no Nemuri Aged Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding stoic and tall with a hand-wrapped crimson paper accent up top, this bottle reminds us of \u003cem\u003eojizo-sama \u003c\/em\u003estatues found peppered throughout temple sites in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged for 3-8 years, Sennen no Nemuri is a \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e (tank strength) shochu with a creamy and supple texture (like marshmallows), and notes of vanilla, honey, jasmine, and caraway. Excellent \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e-style (with hot water) but the great thing about high-proof shochus is the ability to stretch them out with ice, water, or club soda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrab this celebratory bottle as a gift or for your own collection.  \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 Fukuoka, Japan by Shinozaki Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% mugi (barley)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 40% \/ Koji: white (barley) \/ 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":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32885471739983,"sku":"05-100-0016","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sennen_nemuri_shochu1.jpg?v=1612911375"},{"product_id":"chingu-black-iki-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Chingu Black Iki Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\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 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShochu Gumi selection! It was featured in\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-011-iki-barley-shochu-island-june-2022\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-011-iki-barley-shochu-island-june-2022\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJune 2022: \"Iki: Barley Shochu Island\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChingu\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003emeans friend in local Iki dialect, as well as in Korean – which makes sense as Iki Island served as an important trade hub between Japan and Korea historically. In fact, Busan is only a seven hour ferry ride away! Omoya Shuzo was founded in 1924, and in 2018 the distillers scouted the island to find the best water source and rebuilt their brewery there to make \u003cem\u003esake\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eshochu\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bottle was the impetus for our Shochu Gumi June 2022 theme – we loved the rich \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etexture and dynamic flavor profile. Get milk chocolate, panna cotta, and pink Mamba candy on the nose, and the complex palate is at-once smooth and earthy. Enjoy the minerality, maitake mushrooms, and honeydew profile with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeef Wellington \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorean BBQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. President Yuzo Yokoyama of Omoya Shuzo recommends drinking this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewith tonic water\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoyuwari\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estyle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled on Iki Island, Japan by Omoya Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled from 67% \u003cem\u003emugi (\u003c\/em\u003ebarley) and 33% \u003cem\u003ekome\u003c\/em\u003e (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: Black (\u003cem\u003ekome-koji\u003c\/em\u003e) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: 2 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":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39571888537679,"sku":"05-100-0026","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chingu.jpg?v=1660338117"},{"product_id":"asahi-mannen-boshi-constellation-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Asahi Mannen Boshi \"Constellation\" Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou may have already tried Asahi Mannen Boshi Genshu, a release originally intended for cocktail-making in the export market. This brand is more commonly found in Japan, bottled at the standard 25% ABV, and holy cow, is this ever good. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe get notes of cinnamon-spice, vanilla whip, and Swiss Miss, with the slightest bit of funky, grassy goodness. The balanced, chocolatey profile and long finish makes this a fantastic choice for on the rocks or \u003cem\u003eoyuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(cut with hot water) any day, but this shochu really over-delivers any way you slice it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWatanabe Shuzo in Miyazaki makes \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/watanabe-shuzo\"\u003eonly a handful of shochus\u003c\/a\u003e on our shelves, but we enjoy them all to the fullest. Fourth generation Toji Koichiro Watanabe takes pride in using only the finest potatoes and barley from Miyazaki and Ehime prefectures and making handmade atmospheric-distilled shochu with kuratsuki koubo (wild yeast) to showcase the beauty and character of the raw ingredients and the land from which they come.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Miyazaki, Japan by Watanabe Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Mannen Boshi barley and barley koji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White (barley) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYeast: Miyazaki wild yeast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Watanabe Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39751818936399,"sku":"05-100-0032","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/asahi_mannen_hadagamugi.jpg?v=1683831938"},{"product_id":"mori-izou-gokujo-ultra-premium-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Mori Izou Gokujo Ultra Premium Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eUmami Mart is the first shop in the country to carry this shochu!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eTypically only available through lottery in Japan, Mori Izou is a super limited sweet potato shochu brand from Kagoshima; it's highly sought-after and is most often found on secondary markets online. So when we were informed we were able to grab a few bottles of this, we were thrilled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFermented in clay pots and then aged for three years after distillation, this shochu is smooth, mellow, and very refined, softened from years of quiet reflection in its own juices. We get light floral notes of lavender and butter cookie on the nose - very different from what you may expect from more unctuous and earthy imos out there. The palate is soft and marshmallow-textured, with light caramel, fatty dairy, and a touch of tropical fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDrink this ultra-premium offering on the rocks with sliced hamachi sashimi or fresh fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Mori Izou Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: White (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: 3 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39776935870543,"sku":"05-300-0044","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/moriizou_shochu.jpg?v=1642980615"},{"product_id":"yamatozakura-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Yamatozakura Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is Yamatozakura's house brand - this flagship imo (sweet potato) shochu is made using local Kagoshima Koganesengan sweet potatoes and white rice koji. This is the quintessence of hand-made Satsuma Shochu (Kagoshima sweet potato shochu). Get pleasant, well-rounded earthiness and sweetness, with notes of black pepper and tropical fruit on the nose and palate. This is perfect shochu for any occasion - enjoy it on the rocks, \u003cem\u003emizuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (with ice and water), or\u003cem\u003e oyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (cut with hot water) to experience the different characteristics of this drink. Experiment with food-pairings as well! Kayoko loved this one on the rocks with chinese food. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/yamatozakura-sweet-potato-shochu?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dad0a5ba5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eCheck it out on Shochu'sday\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThose of us who have enjoyed shochu in Japan (or those of us who commit hours of time checking out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kosedo.liquors\/\"\u003ebars and liquor stores in Kyushu\u003c\/a\u003e on Instagram) will no doubt recognize the iconic branding of Yamatozakura. Master Distiller Tekkan-san runs one of the smallest distilleries in Kagoshima, specializing in white koji and clay-pot fermentations which ultimately lead to very drinkable, high-quality shochus that are affordable and great with all types of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRead about Ian's visit to Yamatozakura \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-maker-highlight-yamatozakura-shuzo\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTekkan-san has a small team of local obaasan and ojiisan (grandmas and grandpas) who deftly cut and clean the sweet potatoes by hand and assist in steaming, bottling, and labeling the shochu. Follow their Instagram \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/yamatozakura\/\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for a glimpse into their Kagoshima shochu-stylings. You may also get to catch the occasional live-stream of their shochu-making process come distilling season! We hope you enjoy these shochus as we celebrate their American debut.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Yamatozakura Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from Koganesengan imo (sweet potato) and kome (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: white (rice) \/ Distillation: atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eKame \u003c\/em\u003e(clay pot) fermented and matured\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.4 oz (750 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamatozakura Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39877539758159,"sku":"05-300-0046","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yamatozakura_white.jpg?v=1649364699"},{"product_id":"xl-akarui-nouson-sweet-potato-shochu-isshobin-btl-1750ml","title":"XL Akarui Nouson Sweet Potato Shochu Isshobin (BTL 1750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"155\" width=\"79\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shg_logo_480x480.jpg?v=1616864791\" alt=\"\"\u003e This is a \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShochu Gumi selection! It was featured in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.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":"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":"nouka-no-yome-murasaki-yaki-imo-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720-ml","title":"Nouka no Yome Murasaki Yaki Imo Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNouka no Yome Yaki Imo remains to this day the only brand of\u003cem\u003e yaki imo\u003c\/em\u003e (roasted sweet potato) shochu available in the U.S., and whether at our bar, in the shop, or at home, we put it to pretty good use. It's basically our unofficial house go-to for \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (cut with hot water) shochu. While the original Nouka no Yome has dry aromas and a subtle palate overall, the Eimurasaki and Ayamurasaki potatoes used offer so much more fruit and complexity to the matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose we get root beer, red grape, and flan. The palate is sumptuous, with notes of tamarind, yogurt, and a lingering aromatic finish of honey butter. YUM. The brewer recommends oyuwari for this shochu, and we agree. The higher temperature brings out a ton more sweetness and complexity, and makes it rich and cozy. Treat yourself to notes of marshmallow, yellow peach, strawberry yogurt, and a hint of Thai iced tea on the finish. This succulent shochu shines as oyuwari, warming even the coldest of hearts. Grab an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/alstar-flute-3-pack?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fc900cf7a\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eoyuwari glass\u003c\/a\u003e and get to it!   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Kirishimacho Jyoryusho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eAyamurasaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e yaki imo\u003c\/em\u003e (roasted purple sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirishimacho Jyoryusho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40155572109391,"sku":"05-300-0059","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/nouka_no_yome_murasaki.jpg?v=1674244679"},{"product_id":"akarui-nouson-akaimo-jikomi-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720-ml","title":"Akarui Nouson Akaimo Jikomi Sweet Potato Shochu (BTL 720 ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis has all the bright, fruity flair of the standard\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/akarui-nouson-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-25-oz?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=338930f59\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eAkarui Nouson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebrand with more volume, complexity, and sweetness across the board. While Akarui Nouson is light, juicy, and fairly unassuming, the Akaimo Jikomi version is a more layered experience, with the perfect level of intensity at every stage. On the nose we get fresh blueberry, maple, and powdered sugar, while the palate is thick yet subtly sweet; we get aromas of pineapple cake, black pepper, and a strikingly clean mineral-rich aromatic finish of kokuto sugar. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur favorite way to enjoy this has been \u003cem\u003esodawari. \u003c\/em\u003eThe brightness of the club soda elevates the fruitier aspects of the shochu from deeper, sweet stonefruit and berry notes to brighter tropical notes of banana and mango. We enjoyed this with a greasy ol' pizza with pepperoni and vinegar peppers and it was smashing, like a bright, not-too-sweet fruit seltzer, cutting perfectly through the oil and complementing the meat and cheese. The brewer recommends rocks or \u003cem\u003emizuwari \u003c\/em\u003e(cut with ice and water) for this shochu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Kagoshima, Japan by Kirishimacho Jyoryusho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from \u003cem\u003eEimurasaki and Ayamurasaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e imo\u003c\/em\u003e (red and purple sweet potato) and \u003cem\u003ekome koji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice koji) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 25% \/ Koji: black (rice) \/ Distillation: Atmospheric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirishimacho Jyoryusho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40155573059663,"sku":"05-300-0060","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/akarui_nouson_aka.jpg?v=1674244516"},{"product_id":"alstar-flute-3-pack","title":"Alstar Oyuwari Flute Glass (3-Pack)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the deep, scalloped ridges at the base of this glass are a signature design for the Alstar line of tumblers, those who've spent time drinking shochu in Japan will immediately recognize this shape as the iconic \u003cem\u003eoyuwari\u003c\/em\u003e (shochu mixed with hot water) glass. This style of glass is ubiquitous in Japanese izakayas, and can be found basically anywhere shochu is served. To make easy \u003cem\u003eoyuwari,\u003c\/em\u003e simply add your hot water to your glass to your desired level (for this size we recommend about 3 oz), wait until it has cooled long enough to be able to hold the glass for 5-7 seconds, and fill your shochu up to the top (about 4 oz).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis flute is also perfect for sipping beer, sake, iced tea, and water! While nothing is more satisfying than pouring from a big bottle (of whatever it may be) into a bitty glass, this Alstar flute holds about 7.5 oz, so a bit tall for a sake pour. It's extra perfect for water though (physicians recommend this, in fact). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAderia was founded in 1819, originally known for making glass toys for children. Today they make a range of glass products from tableware to glass jars and bottles. Much of their glassware designs have remained unchanged since the 70's, bringing a retro feel from the alleyway snack bars of Tokyo straight to your table.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse for: oyuwari shochu, beer, sake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 7.5 oz \/ 210 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4.6\"H x 2.5\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aderia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40333582368847,"sku":"","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/alstar_flute_bb1aa6d3-fb5b-4a18-896c-ae6d1bc0edaf.jpg?v=1666916651"},{"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":"noguchi-kasutori-shochu-btl-720-ml","title":"Noguchi Kasutori Shochu (BTL 720 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Fans of Noguchi's meticulously crafted sakes will be excited to know that yet another limited release has made it to our shores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKasutori shochu is a style made by numerous sake breweries throughout Japan as a way to both reduce waste and also to find new flavor potential for their precious sake lees - the only issue is this shochu is typically made in such small quantities that it rarely makes it out of Japan! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoguchi hydrates the lees to get a starter mash going and then distills it once by vacuum distillation, applying just enough heat to remove any off-flavors and bring out the richness, complexity, and aromatics of the \u003cem\u003ekasu. \u003c\/em\u003eIt's then filtered and bottled at \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e strength for a full body and expansive palate. We get floral aromas of jasmine and lavender, purple sweet tarts, and finger limes. Enjoy this exquisite offering as a highball or on the rocks! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled in Tokyo, Japan by Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from 100% sake \u003cem\u003ekasu\u003c\/em\u003e (lees) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 42% \/ Koji: yellow (rice) \/ Distillation: Vacuum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40403812024399,"sku":"05-200-0019","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/naohiko_noguchi_shochu.jpg?v=1671322437"},{"product_id":"chingu-white-iki-barley-shochu-btl-750ml","title":"Chingu White Iki Barley Shochu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe love this easy drinking \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shochu-gumi-n-011-iki-barley-shochu-island-june-2022\"\u003eIki shochu\u003c\/a\u003e, with light florals and a slight nuttiness. A blend of atmospheric and vacuum distilled shochu, get tropical notes which are highlighted when enjoyed on the rocks, and with soda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChingu means friend in local Iki dialect, as well as in Korean – which makes sense as Iki Island served as an important trade hub between Japan and Korea historically. In fact, Busan is only a seven hour ferry ride away! Omoya Shuzo was founded in 1924, and in 2018 the distillers scouted the island to find the best water source and rebuilt their brewery there to make sake and shochu.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled on Iki Island, Nagasaki, Japan by Omoya Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDistilled from 67% \u003cem\u003emugi (\u003c\/em\u003ebarley) and 33% \u003cem\u003ekome\u003c\/em\u003e (rice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 24% \/ Koji: White (\u003cem\u003ekome-koji\u003c\/em\u003e) \/ Distillation: Blend of Vacuum and Atmospheric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.3 fl oz (750ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"4th St. Beverage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40555653660751,"sku":"05-100-0039","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chingu_shiro.jpg?v=1677805953"},{"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":"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"}],"url":"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/shochu-gumi-saturday.oembed","provider":"Umami Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}