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Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Imo (Sweet Potato Shochu), Ginger

Age: NAS

ABV: 27%

Size: 720 ml / 1800 ml

This wine yeast sweet potato shochu is flavored with pesticide-free ginger grown in the Abandoned Farmland Revival Project in Kanoya City, Kagoshima Prefecture. The fruity flavor of the shochu and the spicy, floral aroma of the ginger are a pleasant combination that will invigorate your mind and body. 

Wakashio Distillery was established in 1968 as the cooperative partnership of 5 local distilleries. With the theme of “diversity,” they strive to make the most of our unique personalities and strengthen our framework for producing high-quality and appealing spirits. One Day Series is an exclusive line-up featuring limited edition or collaboration products created by the talented team at Wakashio Distillery.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Imo (Sweet Potato) shochu, green yuzu (from Higashi-Soo City, Kagoshima Prefecture), White Pepper

Age: NAS

ABV: 37%

Size: 500 ml

The base of Wakashio Shuzo's sweet potato shochu, this vibrant expression is infused with "Mecena Shokusai Center's green yuzu juice" from Soo City and elegantly spiced white pepper for a refined yet lively character. 

Wakashio F-Spirits are crafted using non-standard fruits and vegetables from the Osumi Peninsula, this new distilled spirit is based on sweet potato shochu and has a unique aroma created by combining different ingredients. Each bottle captures the essence of southern Japan - a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative spirit-making.

Founded in 1968, Wakashio Distillery is a cooperative partnership of five local distilleries. With a commitment to “diversity,” they leverage their unique characteristics to enhance the production of high-quality and appealing spirits. The distillery is well-regarded, particularly for its connection to Wakashio Shuzo (若潮酒造), a Japanese sake brewery celebrated for its high-quality sake, which emphasizes traditional methods and local ingredients.

Wakashio embodies Japan's mottainai (no-waste) philosophy, merging traditional craftsmanship with innovative spirit-making to create unique sake-based and shochu-based fortified drinks.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Imo (Sweet Potato) shochu, strawberries (Shibushi City, Kagoshima Pref.), cardamom

Age: NAS

ABV: 37%

Size: 500 ml

The base of Wakashio Distillery’s imo shochu, with strawberries from “No-Life Ichigo-no-mura” farm in Shibushi and spicy, refreshing cardamom, result in a spirit that pops. 

Wakashio F-Spirits are crafted using non-standard fruits and vegetables from the Osumi Peninsula, this new distilled spirit is based on sweet potato shochu and has a unique aroma created by combining different ingredients. Each bottle captures the essence of southern Japan - a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative spirit-making.

Founded in 1968, Wakashio Distillery is a cooperative partnership of five local distilleries. With a commitment to “diversity,” they leverage their unique characteristics to enhance the production of high-quality and appealing spirits. The distillery is well-regarded, particularly for its connection to Wakashio Shuzo (若潮酒造), a Japanese sake brewery celebrated for its high-quality sake, which emphasizes traditional methods and local ingredients.

Wakashio embodies Japan's mottainai (no-waste) philosophy, merging traditional craftsmanship with innovative spirit-making to create unique sake-based and shochu-based fortified drinks.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Kogane Sengan Satsuma Imo (Sweet Potato), Rice Koji (Black) 

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 720 ml / 1800 ml

Traditional kame pots for fermentation and wooden pot still for distillation result in this imo shochu with a slight aroma of cedar and deep flavor. Blending with aged shochu brings out even more depth of flavor, but also a mellow mouthfeel.

Award: 92 points at IWSC 2022

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Kogane Sengan Satsuma Imo (Sweet Potato), Rice Koji (White)

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 900 ml / 1800 ml

The local drink of Shibushi. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Wakashio Shuzo's founding, our representative label Satsuma Wakashio was rebranded as Satsuma Shiro Wakashio in 2018. A refreshing mouthfeel and fruity aftertaste.

Region: Kumamoto, Japan

Distillery: Fukano Shuzo

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 900ml

A Signature Kumamon label from Fukano Shuzo. Refreshing, gentle sweetness, grassy. Taste more earthy along with fresh fruit i.e., apple, sour plum and finish with some spices.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Murasaki Imo (Purple Sweet Potato), Rice Koji (Black)

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 720 ml / 1800 ml

Made using murasaki (purple) sweet potatoes and a wooden pot still for a shochu with a complex yet delicate depth of flavor, with a mellow aroma with hints of red wine, earl grey, and nuts. 

Award: 97 points at IWSC 2021, IWSC2021 Gold Medal 

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Imo (Sweet Potato) shochu, carrots (from Kanoya City, Kagoshima Prefecture), star anise

Age: NAS

ABV: 37%

Size: 500 ml

The base of Wakashio Shuzo's sweet potato shochu, this sweet and fragrant drink is infused with "Ishida Farm's carrots" from Kanoya City and the oriental aroma of star anise.

Wakashio F-Spirits are crafted using non-standard fruits and vegetables from the Osumi Peninsula, this new distilled spirit is based on sweet potato shochu and has a unique aroma created by combining different ingredients. Each bottle captures the essence of southern Japan - a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative spirit-making.

Founded in 1968, Wakashio Distillery is a cooperative partnership of five local distilleries. With a commitment to “diversity,” they leverage their unique characteristics to enhance the production of high-quality and appealing spirits. The distillery is well-regarded, particularly for its connection to Wakashio Shuzo (若潮酒造), a Japanese sake brewery celebrated for its high-quality sake, which emphasizes traditional methods and local ingredients.

Wakashio embodies Japan's mottainai (no-waste) philosophy, merging traditional craftsmanship with innovative spirit-making to create unique sake-based and shochu-based fortified drinks.

Region: Kumamoto, Japna

Distillery: Fukano Shuzo

Distillation Method: Vacuum

Koji: Rice White Koji

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 720ml

Sharp and elegant taste with a gentle gin jo aroma. Lacking any distinct quirks thanks to being vacuum distilled, it is perfect match to Japanese cuisine. Stone fruit i.e., peach, salty and umami come through. It changes in the middle to more tropical fruity like banana. Hint of chocolate bitter at the finishing. Using Sake yeast and white koji for the fermentation. Under the low temperature, it enhances the aroma of the Shochu. 

Region: Kumamoto, Japan

Distillery: Fukano Shuzo

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 720ml

Authentic shochu made through atmospheric distillation, fermented and matured with old clay vats from the late Edo period. Given that it is a black koji with atmosphere distillation, hence give full bodied and complex flavour to the Shochu. Nutty with sweet fresh fruit and olive taste. Finishing stays long in the month

This is a Cask Maturation Style of Honkaku Shochu. While it may not fit into a formal category, it proudly upholds the essence of Shochu rather than presenting itself as whisky.

This tasting pack includes the following bottlings:

• The HACHI Shochu, Sweet Potato (Imo), Mizunara Cask Matured, Batch 5, Limited Edition
• The HACHI Shochu, Sweet Potato (Imo), Brandy Cask Matured, Batch 3
• The HACHI Shochu, Barley (Mugi), White Oak Cask Matured, Batch 3
• The HACHI Shochu, Brown Sugar (Kokuto), Virgin Oak Matured
• The HACHI Shochu, Sweet Potato (Imo), Virgin Oak Matured, Batch 2
• The HACHI Shochu, Umeshu (Nanko Ume), Sweet Potato (Imo)

Please note that these sample bottles are specially prepared by Mizunara: The Shop Singapore. Images and videos provided are for reference only.

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• Region: Japan
• Distillery: Okubo Shuzo
• Age: NAS
• ABV: 25%
• Size: 720 ml

Samurai No Mon is crafted using a unique blend of sweet potatoes, prominently featuring the “Genji-imo” variety, combined with a special breed of rice that dates back to the Samurai era. This rice has been meticulously bred for the first time in 154 years from just 7 grams of rice seeds, resulting in a truly exceptional spirit.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Deep umami aroma with floral undertones.
• Palate: Slightly sweet, crisp, and delicately spicy, presenting a complexity that lingers beautifully.
• Finish: Gentle and easy to drink, making it perfect for various serving styles.

Enjoy Samurai No Mon straight, on the rocks, or in an Oyuwari (with hot water), which enhances its rich aroma and flavors. It pairs exceptionally well with fried fish and meat, spicy dishes, and even sweet desserts.

Awards:

• HKIWSC Silver 2018
• HKIWSC Bronze 2019
• Los Angeles International Spirits Competition Silver 2018

• Region: Amami Oshima, Japan
• Distillery: Yayoi Shochu Brewery Co.
• ABV: 30%
• Size: 900 ml or 1800 ml

Founded in 1922, Yayoi Shochu Brewery is the oldest brewery in Amami Oshima. "Mankoi" refers to the act of beckoning and carries meanings of "inviting," "welcome," and "thousands of customers."

Tasting Notes:
This shochu is aged in oak barrels, which helps to mellow out any astringent flavors and enhances its rich umami character. The rising aroma is complemented by a delightful sweetness on the palate.

Mankoi Kokuto is best enjoyed chilled with ice or diluted with water, making it a versatile choice for both casual sipping and special occasions.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Imo (Sweet Potato) shochu, cucumbers (Higashikushira Town, Kagoshima Pref.), lavender

Age: NAS

ABV: 37%

Size: 500 ml

The base of Wakashio Distillery's Imo shochu, with cucumbers from "Yoshigasaki Nouen" farm in Higashikushira and aromatic lavender, result in an elegant spirit.

Wakashio F-Spirits are crafted using non-standard fruits and vegetables from the Osumi Peninsula, this new distilled spirit is based on sweet potato shochu and has a unique aroma created by combining different ingredients. Each bottle captures the essence of southern Japan - a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative spirit-making.

Founded in 1968, Wakashio Distillery is a cooperative partnership of five local distilleries. With a commitment to “diversity,” they leverage their unique characteristics to enhance the production of high-quality and appealing spirits. The distillery is well-regarded, particularly for its connection to Wakashio Shuzo (若潮酒造), a Japanese sake brewery celebrated for its high-quality sake, which emphasizes traditional methods and local ingredients.

Wakashio embodies Japan's mottainai (no-waste) philosophy, merging traditional craftsmanship with innovative spirit-making to create unique sake-based and shochu-based fortified drinks.

Region: Kumamoto, Japan

Distillery: Fukano Shuzo

Distillation Method: Atmospheric

Koji: Rice White (Shiro) / Yellow (Ki) Koji

Age: ~ 3.5 Years

Cask: Ex Bourbon White Oak Cask

ABV: 30%

Size: 720 ml

THE HACHI SHOCHU, Kome (Rice), Cask Matured is a collaboration with Fukano Shuzo, which was founded in 1823 by Tokiji Fukano and is located at Hitoyoshi city in Kumamoto. This Kome Shochu comprises a vatting of about 75% of Kome Shochu A, a traditional unmatured Kome Shochu and 25% of Kome Shochu B, cask matured (for about 3.5 years in an Ex-Bourbon Cask) to create a perfect balance between the traditional KUMA Shochu with a hint of additional layers of complexity from the cask maturation. The unmatured traditional Kome Shochu A has been produced using premium Japanese rice (with a polishing ratio of about 90%), Shiro Koji (White Koji) and Sake Ginjo Yeast at low temperature fermentation followed by single distillation under vacuum pressure to retain the flavours of the underlying ingredient Kome (Rice). The cask matured component has been produced with Ki Koji (Yellow Koji), Sake Ginjo Yeast and vacuum distillation.

Come and enjoy this special bottling with Hacchan. Kanpai!  

Color: Gold  Nose: A fruity aroma of freshly cooked Japanese rice, mochi cream, fresh green apples, sparkling grapes, honeycomb and a hint of pencil shavings. Palate: Initial sweetness with fresh vanilla and honey reminding us of the oak maturation followed by rice mochi, some fresh apples, plums, apricots and oak spice sweetness at the finish. The flavours of Kome (Rice) come through in the mid palate along with the additional layers from cask maturation.

• Region: Japan
• Distillery: Miroku Shuzo
• Age: NAS
• ABV: 25%
• Size: 720 ml

Juo, Mugi Shochu is a premium spirit crafted from locally grown barley in Kitsuki City, Oita, Japan. Distilled under atmospheric pressure, this shochu reflects the unique terroir of its region, showcasing the dedication to quality and tradition inherent in Miroku Shuzo's production methods.

The resulting spirit is smooth yet perfectly balanced, offering an inviting profile that highlights the natural flavors of barley.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Aromas of fresh dough and cereal greet the senses, reminiscent of a bustling bakery, providing a warm and comforting introduction.
• Palate: On the palate, expect a harmonious blend of malty notes accompanied by subtle hints of ripe pear, which add a refreshing touch.
• Finish: The experience culminates in a delightful finish of dark chocolate, creating a rich and satisfying aftertaste that lingers beautifully.

Serving Suggestions:
Juo, Mugi Shochu is versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways. It is particularly excellent as a Shochu Highball, where its smooth character shines. This shochu pairs exceptionally well with seafood and tempura, enhancing the flavors of these dishes while providing a refreshing contrast.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Imo (Sweet Potato) Shochu, Juniper berry

Age: NAS

ABV: 42.4%

Size: 500 ml

The only craft gin in the world that is made in a wooden pot still. Several types of sweet potato shochu are blended for a harmonious balance with juniper berries. The sweet aftertaste of the sweet potato shochu and the rich aroma of juniper result in a striking spirit. 

Award: IWSC2022 Bronze Medal 

Wakashio Distillery was established in 1968 as the cooperative partnership of 5 local distilleries. With the theme of “diversity,” they strive to make the most of our unique personalities and strengthen our framework for producing high-quality and appealing spirits. 424 GIN series is the world’s only craft gin made in a wooden pot still. A brand that seeks out a new form of Japanese gin to share with the world.

Region: Amami Oshima, Japan
Distillery: Yayoi Shochu Brewery Co.
ABV: 30%
Size: 720ml or 1800ml

Yayoi Shochu Brewery, founded in 1922, is the oldest brewery in Amami Oshima. The representative label of Yayoi series. It deliver a host of flavours on your palate starting with a gentle sweetness and umami notes through the mid palate. You can casually enjoy it with any kind of meal.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Imo (Sweet Potato) Shochu, Juniper berry, Coriander seed, Angelica root, Orris root, Cardamom

Age: NAS

ABV: 42.4%

Size: 500 ml

In additional to juniper berries, four botanicals often used for classic London gin are added. The aromatic framework of gin, the depth of flavor derived from sweet potato shochu, and the elegant and dry aftertaste of orris root leave a memorable impression.

Wakashio Distillery was established in 1968 as the cooperative partnership of 5 local distilleries. With the theme of “diversity,” they strive to make the most of our unique personalities and strengthen our framework for producing high-quality and appealing spirits. 424 GIN series is the world’s only craft gin made in a wooden pot still. A brand that seeks out a new form of Japanese gin to share with the world.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Wakashio Shuzo

Ingredients: Mugi (Barley), Barley Koji (White)

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 720 ml / 1800 ml

Mugi shochu that has been carefully aged in kame pots for a clean, fruity aroma with hints of caramel.

Award: 91 points at IWSC 2022