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Sweet Potato Shochu (imo shōchū 芋焼酎) is abosolutely the most popular style of shochu in Japan, making up nearly 50% of domestic market consumption.

Nikola Nikoletić's frothy sour cocktail recipe features Japanese persimmon and yuzu kosho rock candy syrup for “depth, spice and brightness."

Everything you need to know about Japan's original craft spirit, Shochu. Made with a wide variety of ingredients through a combination of ancient and modern techniques. Across its diverse range of flavors, all Shochu share a special method of fermentation—using Koji—that isn’t traditionally found in any other region. Find recipes by top bartenders

Mizu Green Tea Shochu is an absolute stunner. Green tea added to the second fermentation provides elegant aromas and layers to the flavor spectrum.

Want to make flavorful Japanese cocktails in no time? Check out these four easy recipes: try the refreshing Saketini, a smooth Sake Martini, a citrusy Shochu Sour, or the zesty Shochu Mojito. Each cocktail offers a unique taste profile, balancing sweetness and sourness perfectly. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a relaxing evening at home, these simple yet delicious cocktails will impress your friends. Mix up your evenings with these Japanese delights today and experience their…

This complex, varied clear spirit is excellent on its own and in cocktails (particularly in highballs). Here's how to drink shochu.

Welcome to the world of mugi shochu, a traditional Japanese spirit with a rich history and a unique characteristic that we're about to explore in this article. So, what kind of liquor is this in the first place, and what kind of charm does mugi shochu have? This time, we will introduce the basic knowledge of shochu, the characteristics of this type of shochu, and how to drink it.

Shochu experts from the Japan Distilled podcast and Umami Mart share their picks for the best examples of Japan's signature spirit.

The delicate notes of cherry-blossom vermouth mingle with the crisp brightness of the Japanese spirit in this elegant floral shochu cocktail.

A Japanese Mojito made with Nankai Shochu, shiso, and lime. Refreshing and lower calories, so it's perfect for the summer. Nankai Shochu is made from kokuto sugar, so it's a single-distiled cousin to rum.

According to local Shochu enthusiasts in Kagoshima, the most famous for Imo Jochu made of sweet potato shochu, Oyuwari is the best way to enjoy Imo jochu (shochu). Believe it or not, most Kagoshiman, local drinkers have Oyuwari Shochu every day. When you call Shochu, it means “Oyuwari” shochu in Kagoshima. Oyuwari is not only […]

As your sometime guide to Japanese culinary culture, I would be remiss if I let another summer pass by without talking about Calpis. Calpis is a sweetened fermented milk beverage. The label says: __"CALPIS" is a cultured milk drink, a refreshing gift from nature.__ People tend to either love or hate Calpis.

Shochu cocktail recipes from renowned, award-winning bartenders from across the world.

One of our best creations which was invented during an event at a Thai eatery in North Hollywood, CA. It combines Nankai Shochu, lemon, simple syrup and wasabi salt for a simple but incredible cocktail.

Following our recent guide to Japanese shochū , awamori from the Southern island of Okinawa was the natural next step in our coverage of Japanese spirits. In Japanese awa speaks of the foam and bubbles that surface during distillation, while mori means the swell during the process. There are ot

The law also permits shochu to be sold under that name rather than the erroneous label of soju.

Combining Japanese shochu, Filipino ube milk, and Mexican horchata, this cocktail is balanced in sweetness, creaminess, and hints of black sugar and cinammon. An absolute winner of a cocktail designed by Irwin Munoz of Alhambra, CA.

Learn how to use Japanese shochu, a distilled koji-based spirit that often calls for rice, sweet potato, or barley. Japanese shochu can add umami, fresh, or rich flavors to classic cocktails like Negronis and Martinis, and can also be sipped on its own.