SHOCHU CATALOG
NY / NJ DISTRIBUTION 9.1.2026 UPDATE
BREWERY MAP COLOR CODED
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CHUGOKU
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KANTO
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SHIKOKU 47
KYUSHU
1 – Hokkaido 2 – Aomori 3 – Iwate 4 – Miyagi 5 – Akita 6 – Yamagata 7 – Fukushima 8 – Ibaraki 9 – Tochigi 10 – Gunma 11 – Saitama 12 – Chiba
13 – Tokyo 14 – Kanagwa
25 – Shiga 26 – Kyoto 27 – Osaka 28 – Hyogo 29 – Nara 30 – Wakayama
15 – Niigata 16 – Toyama 17 – Ishikawa 18 – Fukui 19 – Yamanashi 20 – Nagano 21 – Gifu 22 – Shizuoka 23 – Aichi
31 – Tottori 32 – Shimane 33 – Okayama 34 – Hiroshima 35 – Yamaguchi
24 – Mie
36 – Tokushima
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37 – Kagawa 38 – Ehime 39 – Kochi 40 – Fukuoka 41 – Saga 42 – Nagasaki 43 – Kumamoto 44 – Oita 45 – Miyazaki 46 – Kagoshima 47 – Okinawa
TABLE OF CONTENTS Amami Oshima Shuzo (Kagoshima) Brooklyn Kura (Brooklyn, New York) Hamada Shuzo (Kagoshima) Higa Shuzo (Okinawa) Nishi Shuzo (Kagoshima) Nishiyoshida Shuzo (Fukuoka) Nissin Shurui (Tokushima) Noguchi Naohiko Institute (Ishikawa) Sanwa Shurui Shuzo (Oita) Satsuma Shuzo (Kagoshima) Seifuku Distillery (Okinawa) Sengetsu Shuzo (Kumamoto) Shinozaki Shuzo (Fukuoka) Takahashi Shuzo (Kumamoto) Takara Shuzo (Miyazaki)
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A M A M I OSH I M A A M A M I I S L A N DS , K AG OS H I M A
Brewery: Amami Oshima Shuzo (est.1970) Location: Amami Islands, Kagoshima Prefecture Amami Oshima is the only distiller in Japan that uses only 100% Amami Oshima brown sugar. They only sell Shochu that has been aged for over 2 years.
KOK U T O (BL ACK S UG A R C A N E)
JOUGO
じょうご黒糖 黒糖焼酎
KOKUTO SHOCHU
Jougo has a light and fruity aroma, a soft and light mouthfeel and a clean, smooth swallow. Great Shochu to have with food. MAIN INGREDIENT: Kokuto DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji (Rice) ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 4329
750ml. / 12 /cs.
4
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Characterized
Rich
BRO OK LY N K U R A N E W YO R K
Brewery: Brooklyn Kura (est.2017) Location: Brooklyn, New York Brooklyn Kura is dedicated to shaping a modern tradition of American craft sake. Drawing on more than 1,000 years of Japanese brewing heritage, the brewery works to make sake more approachable and accessible. Each sake is brewed in New York City and carefully handcrafted using the highest-quality ingredients.
KOM E (R ICE)
KURA KASUTORI
クラ 粕取り 米焼酎
KOME SHOCHU
At 40% alcohol volume, Kasutori Shochu is bold yet delicate, flavorful yet smooth, and shines in a wide variety of cocktail applications. Rich, long finish, notes of fig and custard harmonize with lemon, white flower, and a pleasant toasted-grain roundness. MAIN INGREDIENT: Yamada Nishiki, Calrose DISTILLATION: Single Pot, Atmospheric KOJI: ABV: 40% (80pf) SKU# 21863 SKU# 21860
375ml. / 12 /cs. 750ml. / 6 /cs.
5
Fruity
Rock
Floral
Water
Dairy
Cocktail
Grain
H A M A DA Brewery: Hamada Shuzo (est.1868) Location: Kagoshima Prefecture K AG OS H I M A
Founded in Kagoshima prefecture (the birthplace of Imo Shochu) Hamada Brewery has passed down and preserved their traditions and skills for over 140 years. By combining this with research and innovation, they hope to help the world understand the appeal of Shochu.
M UGI (BA R L E Y)
KAKUSHIGURA
隠し蔵麦焼酎 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Kakushigura Mugi Shochu is a carefully cultivated and Oak Barrel aged Barley Shochu, with a nose of sweet vanilla and a rich flavor. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji (Barley) ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 19890
720ml. / 6 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
Rich
Hot Water Cocktail
I MO (S W E E T P O TAT O)
KAIDO
海堂芋焼酎 芋焼酎
IMO SHOCHU
Has a soft mouthfeel, huge presence of umami, and a clean aftertaste. Kaido Shochu is a blend of sweet potato and rice Shochu. It is made using Koganesengan sweet potatoes from Kagoshima, and rice koji made with 100% Japanese rice, then is crafted skillfully and carefully using Black Koji. MAIN INGREDIENT: Koganesengan Sweet Potato DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: Black Koji (Rice) ABV: 25% (48pf) SKU# 4681
750ml. / 12 /cs.
6
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
Rich
Hot Water Cocktail
H IGA Brewery: Higa Shuzo (est.1948) Location: Okinawa Prefecture O K I N AWA
Located in Yomitan Village in the center of Okinawa Prefecture, Higa Shuzo’s headquarters and factory enjoy the fresh sea breeze and land that is rich in nature. Their philosophy centers on “Smile Be Waves.” Higa Shuzo wants Zanpa to put a smile on everyone’s faces and spread smiles like the waves of Okinawa. In their commitment to quality, Higa Shuzo has obtained an FSSC 22000 certification, and they are committed to environmentally friendly initiatives such as the installation of a solar power system and recycling of manufacturing wastewater. The distillery also offers a diverse product lineup to suit various occasions.
AWA MOR I (T H A I R ICE)
ZANPA WHITE
残波ホワイト
AWAMORI SHOCHU
泡盛焼酎
Clean and smooth flavor with a soft finish, which makes it very easy to drink. Notes of green banana, white florals, sweet orange peel, walnut, and baking spice on the nose. A more herbal component, similar to angelica root, emerges on the palate. Enjoy it straight, on the rocks or mixed with club soda. MAIN INGREDIENT: Thai Rice DISTILLATION: Vacuum KOJI: Black ABV: 24% (48pf) S K U # 1 0 67 3
720ml. / 12 /cs.
7
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
Cocktail
Rich
N ISH I Brewery: Nishi Shuzo (est. 1845) Location: Kagoshima Prefecture K AG OS H I M A
Believing that good shochu, like a good harvest, is nothing less than a gift from the earth, Nishi Shuzo only uses potatoes and rice grown by local farmers. Additionally the brewery itself is surrounded by mountains, and thus they are blessed with good water.
M UGI (BA R L E Y)
HITOTSUBU NO MUGI
一粒の麦 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Everything you expect out of a Barley Shochu and more. Full of Umami and Barley flavor, with a sharp top note in the aroma, and the light fragrance of wheat at the base. Has a creamy, buttery quality that makes it difficult to stop drinking. MAIN INGREDIENT: Two Row Barley DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji (Barley) ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 9251
750ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Characterized
Rich
Water
I MO (S W E E T P O TAT O)
TOMINO HOUZAN
富乃宝山 芋焼酎
IMO SHOCHU
Using low-temperature fermentation, yellow koji (usually used in sake rather than shochu) and carefully selected sweet potatoes, Tomi no Houzan displays a sweet and citrusy aroma and light, enjoyable flavor. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: Yellow Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) S K U # 4 3 5 61
720ml. / 12 /cs.
8
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Rich
TENSHI NO YUWAKU
天使の誘惑 芋焼酎
IMO SHOCHU A highly prized Imo Shochu aged in Sherry Barrels and made with premium sweet potatoes and white koji. Tenshi no Yuwaku has a thick and creamy texture, and a sophisticated and elegant aroma. Shares brandy and sherry characteristics, while retaining all the richness of a sweet potato genshu. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal pressure) KOJI: White Koji-Kin ABV: 40% (80pf) S K U # 1 0 761
720ml. / 12 /cs.
9
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
Cocktail
Rich
N ISH I YOSH I DA Brewery: Nishiyoshida (est.1893) Location: Fukuoka Prefecture FU K U O K A
Believing that making Shochu makes smiles, Nishiyoshida Brewery’s goal is to contribute to society by producing Honkaku Shochu (premium Shochu). They have strived to develop new technology while still improving the traditional craftsmanship since establishment in 1893. Rooted in the local area of the Tsukushi Plain and using local water and produce, the brewery presents a genuine Fukuoka f lavor.
M UGI (BA R L E Y)
KINTARO
金太郎
MUGI SHOCHU
麦焼酎
Barley is roasted to perfection before being used to make this rare and special Shochu. High aromatics, with an initially sweet, roasted flavor that rises and fades into a dry, grassy bite, with a tail of buttercream and chocolate. Dangerously good. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: Black Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 21689
750ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Rich
Cocktail
TSUKUSHI KURO
つくし黒 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
A rich and flavorful Shochu with faint roasted notes and a war mouthfeel, even when served chilled. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: Black Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 42224
750ml. / 12 /cs.
10
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Characterized
Hot Water Cocktail
Rich
TSUKUSHI SHIRO
つくし白 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Tsukushi Shiro is made using modern high-pressure distillation techniques. It is light, fruity, and highly aromatic. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Low Pressure) KOJI: Black Koji ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 4834
750ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Rich
Cocktail
JAKUUN BAKU
釈云麦
MUGI SHOCHU
麦焼酎
Made with barley and black koji in an unaltered atmospheric distillation process. Jakuun Baku is bottled unfiltered, which requires an intense level of skill and dedication to achieve. The result teeters on the borders of profundity and excellence. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: Black Koji-Kin ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 48640
720ml. / 12 /cs.
11
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Hot Water Cocktail
Rich
N IS SI N SH U RU I Brewery: Nissin Shurui (est.1948) Location: Tokushima Prefecture TO K U S H I M A
Nissin Shurui Co., Ltd. has employed traditional techniques since the middle of the 19th century to brew sake and shochu, and developed a diverse line of other alcoholic beverages including liqueur, fruit sakes and mirin. They are especially esteemed for our Sudachi-chu and Naruto Kintoki Satomusume shochu products which utilize the unique natural bounty of the Awa area. Nissin Shurui uses modern, eco-friendly equipment in their production line that is veered towards high efficiency and strict quality management. They are ISO 22000 standard certified.
KO -RU I (M U LT I PL E DI S T I L L E D SHO CH U)
SUDACHI CHU
すだち酎
KO-RUI SHOCHU
甲類焼酎
Made using the juice of the Sudachi citrus, which is a Tokushima specialty popular nationwide. Sudachi Shochu retains some of this bitterness, acidity, and a sweet citrusy aroma. Great in cocktails, on the rocks, with water or club soda, and in cocktails. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sudachi DISTILLATION: N/A KOJI: N/A ABV: 20% (40pf) SKU# 9080
750ml. / 12 /cs.
12
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Cocktail
Rich
NO GUCH I NAOH I KO Brewery: Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute Inc. (est.2017) Location: Ishikawa I S H I K AWA
About 70 years of pursuit of sake brewing, this sake brewery was established by Naohiko Noguchi who is the brewery of Japan’s greatest, known as “God of sake brewing,” as the culmination of the sake brewing life. The sake brewery, which opened in November 2017, was named as a mission to study the craftsman’s technique, spirit, and way of life in the sake brewing, and pass it on to the next generation.
K A S U T OR I (SA K E L E E S)
NOGUCHI SAKE KASU SHOCHU
農口酒粕焼酎 粕取り焼酎
K ASUTORI SHOCHU
This light and smooth shochu displays intense aromatics reminiscent of Noguchi Institute’s Ginjo sake, and the palate retains a gentle rice-derived flavor laden with fruit and spice, ending in a robust and reverberant finish that allows the drinker to enjoy the sake-like notes without any distinctive sweetness. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sake Kasu DISTILLATION: Single Distillation KOJI: Yellow Koji ABV: 38% (76pf) SKU# 13952
750ml. / 6 /cs.
13
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Rich
SA N WA SH U RU I Brewery: Sanwa Shurui Co., LTD. (est.1958) Location: Oita Prefecture O I TA
The lush greenery, refreshing breezes and pure cool water of Oita Prefecture provide a fitting setting for the ditillery and brewery of Sanwa Shurui. Sanwa Shurui was started in 1958 when three companies merged. A fourth company joined the group the following year and this effectively brought foru fermenttaion- related licenses under the one roof. The company’s motto is always the same: “Quality comes first.”
M UGI (BA R L E Y)
IICHIKO FRASCO
いいちこフラスコ 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Fantastic grapey aromas followed by ripe plum, ripe apricot and confectionery raspberry form a powerful bouquet on the nose but once in the mouth it takes a more elegant and subtle turn. Subdued flavors of ripe pear and ripe apricot still make themselves seen before a very soft and delicate finish. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: Yellow Koji ABV: 24-25% (48-50pf) SKU# 4839
750ml. / 6 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
IICHIKO KUROBIN
Rich
Cocktail
いいちこ民陶 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
A delicate perfume of ripe melon, litchi and barley gives way to a soft, mellow mouthful. Silky and round in the mouth, it’s full of fleshy fruit and ethereal florals. Just short of sweet, quietly elegant. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less + Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 4838
750ml. / 6 /cs.
14
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
Rich
Hot Water Cocktail
IICHIKO PAPER CARTON
いいちこ麦25°パック 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Soft and pleasant to the taste. Its rich flavor extends even when mixed with water. Experience the excellent taste of genuine shochu produced using a process exclusive to this 20% proof drink. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less + Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 20% (40pf) SKU# 10660
1800ml. / 6 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
IICHIKO SEIRIN
Rich
Hot Water Cocktail
いいちこ清凛 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Taking their meticulously made unblended iichiko Shochu, and then filtering it with bamboo charcoal produces Seirin’s unique refreshing aroma. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley DISTILLATION: Atmospheric & Vacuum KOJI: White Koji ABV: 20% (40pf) SKU# 4185
750ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
IICHIKO SILHOUETTE
Characterized
Rich
Cocktail
いいちこシルエット 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Outstanding aroma combined with excellent body. iichiko SILHOUETTE is a genuine shochu that further refines the taste of iichiko. Drink it on the rocks or with cold or hot water. Enjoy its highly sophisticated flavor. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less + Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 4083
750ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
IICHIKO SAITEN
Rich
Hot Water Cocktail
いいちこ採天 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Nutty, oily, roasted barley aromas followed by a lovely palate. Beautifully layered and complex with good umami. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Atmospheric, Pot, Single KOJI: White Koji ABV: 43% SKU# 72458
700ml. / 6 /cs.
15
Light
Cocktail
Flavorful
Characterized
Rich
IICHIKO SHINWA
いいちこ心和 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
On the nose shows bright pineapple with hints of white peach, coconut, vanilla, green melon, white pepper, and honey suckle. The spirit is balanced on the nose and holds it’s elevated 43% very well. On the palette, there are hints of malted barley and honey with a creamy texture. Melon rind, chocolate and vanilla on the finish. The finish is medium to long with a full bodied balanced texture. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Vacuum Distillation KOJI: White Koji ABV: 43% SKU# 12190
700ml. / 6 /cs.
Light
Flavorful
Characterized
Rich
Cocktail
IICHIKO SPECIAL
いいちこスペシャル 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Complex, broad and savory on the nose with a balanced oak presence bringing a spicy vanilla notes that compliment rather than mask the base spirit. Subtle and smooth on the palate, with an amazing roundness that reveals chocolatey toasty notes that linger long on a powerhouse finish. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: ??? KOJI: White Koji ABV: 30% SKU# 10649
720ml. / 6 /cs.
16
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Cocktail
Characterized
Rich
SAT SU M A Brewery: Satsuma Shuzo (est.1936) Location: Kagoshima Prefecture K AG OS H I M A
Satsuma Shuzo is located in the southernmost part of Satsuma Hanto (the Satsuma Peninsula), which is an area of clean waterand ideal and fertile soil for growing sweet potatoes. With these good ingredients and the skills and traditions of their Toji,delicious and high quality Shochu is made. Their motto is quality first, and to that aim they do not freeze any of the potatoes that they make their Shochu with.
I MO (S W E E T P O TAT O)
SAKURA SHIRANAMI
さくら白波 芋焼酎
IMO SHOCHU
This extremely popular sweet potato shochu uses 100% fresh Kogane Sengan sweet potatoes from the Satsuma Region, and is brewed using yellow koji. Thanks to this stellar combination, the brew is highly aromatic, and the flavor is crisp and subtle - suitable to be served on the rocks, or even mizuwari / cut with water. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato DISTILLATION: ??? KOJI: Yellow Koji ABV: 24-25% (48-50pf) SKU# 7260
750ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Rich
Cocktail
SATSUMA KURADASHI GENSHU
薩摩蔵出し原酒 芋焼酎
IMO SHOCHU
This Genshu - i.e. an undiluted Shochu - has a mellow and sweet taste despite it’s high alcohol content. Contains all natural ingredients and no additives. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 37% (74pf) SKU# 14142
720ml. / 6 /cs.
17
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Water
Rich
Hot Water Cocktail
SATSUMA KURO SHIRANAMI
薩摩黒白波 芋焼酎
IMO SHOCHU
Kuro Shiranami is made with 100% carefully selected top grade Kogane Sengan sweet potatoes, and is masterfully crafted by their Toji from Kurose. It has a mild sweetness, and light aromatics and body. The name “Kuro Shiranami” is derived from the Kuro (black) Koji that is used in the distillation process. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: Black Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 5680
750ml. / 6 /cs.
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Rich
Hot Water Cocktail
SATSUMA SHIRANAMI
薩摩白波 芋焼酎
IMO SHOCHU
Satsuma Shiranami, which is one of the most popular Imo Shochu brands in Japan, is made with 100% carefully selected top-grade Kogane Sengan sweet potato from South Kagoshima. It has the natural sweetness of that sweet potato, with a full body and aroma. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 12897
900ml. / 6 /cs.
18
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Water
Characterized
Hot Water Cocktail
Rich
SEI F U K U Brewery: Seifuku Distillery Co., Ltd. (est. 1949) Location: Okinawa O K I N AWA
Awamori distillery Seifuku Shuzo is found on Ishigaki Island, about 250 miles south of the main island of Okinawa. The distiller’s popularity on Ishigaki Island has led to its increasing acclaim in Okinawa Prefecture and throughout Japan. In recent years, Seifuku has focused on developing new liqueurs to meet customer demand. Seifuku Plum Wine has won top prizes in Japan’s national plum wine competition, and their Yuzu Shikuwasa Liqueur is another popular product. As of 2021, they have been producing and selling Imuge, an spirit distilled from Okinawan sweet potatoes, and are expanding their sales.
AWA MOR I (T H A I R ICE)
SEIFUKU VINTAGE
請福 ビンテージ 泡盛焼酎
AWAMORI SHOCHU
A pure, non-blended aged sake that thoroughly pursues the flavor and appeal of aged Awamori. 100% aged for 3 years. MAIN INGREDIENT: Thai Rice DISTILLATION: Atmospheric KOJI: 100% Black Koji ABV: 43% (86pf) SKU# 297 75
720ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Rich
Water
SEIFUKU COFFEE
請福 コーヒー リキュール
LIQUEUR
The finest coffee beans are blended with awamori made from Hitomebore rice grown in Yaeyama. Brown sugar and cocoa powder are added to bring out a rich sweetness and depth. It’s a luxurious liqueur that can be enjoyed by mixing with milk or drizzling over ice cream, like a decadent dessert. It also pairs well with beer or lemon soda for a delicious twist. MAIN INGREDIENT: Awamori, Brown Sugar, Coffee, Superfine Sugar, Cocoa Powder DISTILLATION: KOJI: Black Koji ABV: 12% (24pf) S K U # 1 4 5 62
720ml. / 12 /cs.
19
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Cocktail
Characterized
Rich
SENGE T SU Brewery: Sengetsu Shuzo (est.1903) Location: Kumamoto Prefecture K U M A M OTO
Established over 110 years ago, Sengetsu Shuzo produces mainly traditional Rice Shochu. Their name is borrowed from the famous and beloved Hitoyoshi Castle of Kumamoto Prefecture, which also carries a second name “Sengetsu Castle” or Crescent Moon Castle. The current Toji is the 6th distillery head, and he carries with him all the techniques and secrets of his predecessors.
KOM E (R ICE)
MUGON AGED 10 YEARS
無言１０年貯蔵 米焼酎
KOME SHOCHU
Sengetsu Shuzo’s premium Rice Shochu sleeps in barrels of Kokuji (Evergreen Oak) for over ten years, lending it a peculiar and addictive flavor, a mellow aroma, and an impossibly round character. Pours a light, lovely amber color. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 40% (80pf) SKU# 4848
750ml. / 6 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Characterized
Rich
Rock
KAWABE
川辺
KOME SHOCHU
米焼酎
This premium rice Shochu is made using the pure waters of the Kawabe river, which were recognized for 8 consecutive years as Japan’s most desirable water. Even the rice grown in Sagara Village is raised using this highly desirable water. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice DISTILLATION: Single (Decompressed) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 10898
720ml. / 6 /cs.
20
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Rich
SENGETSU TARU
繊月
KOME SHOCHU
米焼酎
From the many oak barrels resting in the storage warehouse of Sengetsu Shuzo, a selection of long-aged spirits over 6 years old has been carefully chosen. These have been blended by an experienced toji (master brewer) in exquisite proportions. This is a fine product that allows you to enjoy the fusion of the rich aroma of oak barrels that have matured over many years with the taste of rice shochu. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice DISTILLATION: Vacuum Distillation KOJI: White Koji-Kin ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 48995
720ml. / 6 /cs.
Light
Flavorful
Characterized
Rich
Rock
SHO CH U BA SE D L IQU E U R
MOMOMO
ももも リキュール
LIQUEUR
Quality Japanese peaches are pulverized for their pulp and combined in concentrated amounts with light, delicious Kumamoto Rice Shochu. Perfect for a sweet, aromatic and textural accent in cocktails, and delicious by itself, on the rocks, or poured over deserts like ice cream. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice Shochu, Peach Pulp DISTILLATION: N/A KOJI: N/A ABV: 7% (14pf) SKU# 1237
375ml. / 12 /cs.
Light
Straight
Flavorful
Rock
Characterized
Rich
Cocktail
KOISHISO
恋しそう
LIQUEUR
リキュール
This unique and refreshingly bittersweet liqueur low-calorie Kumamoto-distilled Sengetsu Shochu with healthy Kumamoto-grown red shiso. The deep red blush and flavor are achieved using no coloring agents, additives, or preservatives. Koishiso is enjoyable on the rocks, with club soda, and on vanilla ice cream. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice Shochu, Sugar, Red Shiso (Perilla) DISTILLATION: N/A KOJI: N/A ABV: 7% (14pf) S K U # 1 8 74 2
720ml. / 6 /cs.
21
Light
Rock
Flavorful
Cocktail
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SH I NO Z A K I Brewery: Shinozaki (est.Edo Period) Location: Fukuoka Prefecture FU K U O K A
The Shinozaki Company exists to challenge the conventions of f lavor and make a different kind of product, and they age their shochu in Kashi Taru (White Oak Barrels).
M UGI (BA R L E Y)
SENNEN NO NEMURI
千年の眠り 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Sennen no Nemuri has an elegant and refined vanilla aroma and a mild, deep flavor that leaves a fine aftertaste. Creamy and thick mouthfeel and excellent on the rocks. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 40% (80pf) S K U # 5 74 9
750ml. / 6 /cs.
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TA K A H A SH I Brewery: Takahashi Shuzo (est.1900) Location: Kumamoto Prefecture K U M A M OTO
Takahashi Shuzo, established in Meiji 33 (1900) does not make your Run of the Mill Kome Shochu. They believe their Shochu carries the tradition and f lavors of 400 years, and they are recognized as the standard of all Kumamoto Shochu, which is the center of Japan for Kome Shochu. Using only the most carefully selected rice, clean Kumamoto water, and their own capable hands and traditions, they work to create the best Kome Shochu possible.
KOM E (R ICE)
GINREI SHIRO
吟麗しろ 米焼酎
KOME SHOCHU
Ginrei Shiro Shochu is brewed carefully using only the cleanest waters and the most delicious rice. The mash it is distilled from is fermented in very low temperatures using Ginjo Yeast, giving the final product an elegant, floral aroma that is much like Ginjo sake. Soft, smooth and easy to drink. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 24% (48pf)
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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HAKUTAKE SHIRO
白岳しろ 米焼酎
KOME SHOCHU
The #1 sellling premium rice shochu in Japan - Hakutake Shiro Kome Shochu - is clean and easy with an elegant aroma and a soft mouthfeel. Takahashi Shuzo makes it with water from the Hitoyoshi basin, which is high in minerals, and flavorful rice. Makes a perfect lowcalorie vodka replacement in cocktails. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 43133
720ml. / 12 /cs.
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KINJO SHIRO
謹醸しろ 米焼酎
KOME SHOCHU
This special Honkaku Shochu is aged in three separate barrels - White American, Cognac and Sherry - and is then masterfully blended. This creates a dense, rich aroma and excellent balance. Just like whisky, sherry, cognac and brandy, you can enjoy this sake as digestif or enjoy with desert. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 4328
750ml. / 6 /cs.
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HYAKU
百 米焼酎
KOME SHOCHU
With Nakazawa-san’s expertise and Fujimoto-san’s special techniques, the resulting shochu Hyaku displays a umami-rich shochu very much like a sake. The slightly lower abv (23%) allows flavors to shine and grow, especially when sipped chilled to fully savor Hyaku’s umami. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Vacuum KOJI: White Koji Kin ABV: 23% (46pf) S K U # 2 3 94 6
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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SHO CH U BA SE D L IQU E U R
UMEPON
うめぽん
LIQUEUR
リキュール
A puckering, refreshing and easy sweetness that could only come from a mixture of Japanese Ume (plum) and juice of the Dekopon fruit, which is a sweet variety of the mandarin orange. Hakutake Shuzo invites you to enjoy this novel and masterful Umeshu. MAIN INGREDIENT: Honkaku Shochu, Plum, Dekopon Juice, Sugar, Citric Acid DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 10% (20pf) SKU# 4179
750ml. / 6 /cs.
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YUZUMON
ゆずもん
LIQUEUR
リキュール
A sweet blend of authentic rice shochu Hakutake with Japanese Yuzu and Lemon juice this double-citrus liqueur harmoniously displays yuzu’s gentle astringency with lemon’s refreshing acidity on the palate. The deep citrus aroma and juicy flavor are delicious chilled in the summer (or on the rocks), as well as served hot in the winter. MAIN INGREDIENT: Honkaku Shochu, Yuzu, Lemon, Sugar DISTILLATION: Atmospheric Still KOJI: White Koji ABV: 8% (16pf) SKU# 10248
750ml. / 6 /cs.
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TA K A R A Brewery: Takara Shuzo (est.1925) Location: Miyazaki Prefecture M I YA Z A K I
Takara Shuzo has greatly contributed to the development of the Shochu industry by creating and nurturing the Shochu market, answering to changing trends of the consumer market. Their ability to do this comes from their possession of original distillation technology, skills, and storage technology. They wish to continue to develop new original Honkaku Shochu products in the future as well.
M UGI (BA R L E Y)
YOKAICHI MUGI
よかいち麦 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Takara Shuzo polished the Barley down to 60% of the original size and used their own Tanrei Shiro Koji, fermenting in a low temperature (a technique known as Ginrei Jikomi). This creates refreshing yet aromatic Shochu. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 10850
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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KOHAKU NO YOKAICHI
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琥珀のよかいち 麦焼酎
MUGI SHOCHU
Kohaku no Yokaichi is a single-barrel release shochu made solely from barley, then aged to perfection. The nose is sweet and mellow, with notes of barley, cinnamon, leather, aged wood, light caramel, and dry tobacco. It’s smooth and lightly creamy on the palate, with flavors that include cocoa, dried mint, light caramel, and porcini mushroom. The graceful finish is lightly salty with no bite. MAIN INGREDIENT: Barley, Barley Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji Kin ABV: 25% (50pf) S K U # 1 0 69 0
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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I MO (S W E E T P O TAT O)
KURO YOKAICHI
黒よかいち 麦焼酎
IMO SHOCHU
Has a rich aroma and a deep, full bodied flavor thanks to the aromatic Black Koji. They also use premium quality raw materials, hoping to pursue and showcase the true Imo taste. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato DISTILLATION: Normal Pressure KOJI: Black Koji ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 10816
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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BENI-IKKO
紅一刻
IMO SHOCHU
芋焼酎
Distilled from 100% Beni Satsuma Sweet Potatoes (a sweet, mild specialty sweet potato of Southern Kyushu) and made using an original Sweet Potato Koji instead of Rice Koji. The sophisticated round, sweet taste and elegant, soft aromatics of Beni Satsuma are drawn out with Komaki Jozo’s technique. MAIN INGREDIENT: Beni-Satsuma Sweet Potato DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji (Sweet Potato) ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 10853
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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IKKOMON
一刻者
IMO SHOCHU
芋焼酎
Made with 100% Southern Kyushu Sweet Potatoes and their original Sweet Potato Koji, rather than Rice Koji which is usually used even in Imo Shochu. From these, Ikkomon draws it’s sweet yet refreshing aroma and flavor. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sweet Potato DISTILLATION: Single (Normal Pressure) KOJI: White Koji (Sweet Potato) ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 10818
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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KOM E (R ICE)
YOKAICHI KOME
よかいち米 米焼酎
KOME SHOCHU
With exclusively Japan-grown rice polished down to 70% and their original aromatic yeasts, and fermenting at a low temperature (a method known as Gin Jiokomi) an elegant floral aroma and a clean tasting Shochu. MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice, Rice Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Less Pressure) KOJI: Yellow Koji ABV: 25% (50pf) SKU# 10849
720ml. / 6 /cs.
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KO -RU I (M U LT I PL E DI S T I L L E D SHO CH U)
TAKARA JUN
宝焼酎純
KO-RUI SHOCHU
甲類焼酎
A premium blend of 11 different barrel aged Shochu, Takara Shuzo was able to create this soft, aromatic and well balanced Shochu. Perfect for cocktails. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sugar Cane Molasses, Barley, Corn DISTILLATION: Continuous Distillation KOJI: N/A ABV: 35% (70pf) SKU# 9020
750ml. / 12 /cs.
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TAKARA SHOCHU KO-RUI
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宝焼酎甲類 甲類焼酎
KO-RUI SHOCHU
Takara Shuzo’s Shochu is steeped in 100 years of tradition. This is their #1 Bestselling Kou-rui Shochu, revered for it’s high quality and good taste. They blended multiple aged Shochu in order to create this uniquely addictive smoothness. MAIN INGREDIENT: Sugar Cane Molasses, Barley DISTILLATION: Continuous Distillation KOJI: N/A ABV: 24% (48pf) SKU# 10844
1750ml. / 6 /cs.
TAKARA CHU-HI FUJI APPLE
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宝焼酎チューハイ ふじアップル 甲類焼酎
KO-RUI SHOCHU
Takara Chu Hi Fuji Apple smells so much like fresh, aromatic apple slices that it’s hard to believe it’s a cocktail. It tastes like biting into a crisp, juicy apple. Its mild alcohol content, delicate sweetness, and superbly refreshing fruit flavors are sure to be memorable. MAIN INGREDIENT: Takara Shochu, Fuji Apple DISTILLATION: Multiple KOJI: N/A ABV: 4.5% (9pf) S K U # 2 7 3 67
355ml. / 24 /cs.
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TAKARA CHU-HI LEMON
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宝焼酎チューハイ レモン 甲類焼酎
KO-RUI SHOCHU
A clean, refreshing drink with fresh lemon flavor. It’s lightly cloudy in the glass, just like great lemonade. It smells like fresh-squeezed lemons accented by a hint of lemon candy. The palate is pure and lemony with long-lasting flavor and just enough sweetness to balance the tangy fruit without seeming sweet. MAIN INGREDIENT: Takara Shochu, Lemon DISTILLATION: Multiple KOJI: N/A ABV: 5.5% (11pf) S K U # 61 6 0 2
355ml. / 24 /cs.
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TAKARA CHU-HI WHITE PEACH 宝焼酎チューハイ ホワイトピーチ 甲類焼酎
KO-RUI SHOCHU
TaKaRa Chu-Hi White Peach sparkling cocktail has a delightfully fresh and flavorful taste of summer, like biting into a white peach just picked off the tree. Its mild alcohol content, delicate sweetness, and superbly refreshing fruit flavors are sure to be memorable. MAIN INGREDIENT: Takara Shochu, White Peach DISTILLATION: Multiple KOJI: N/A ABV: 4.5% (9pf) SKU# 50839
355ml. / 24 /cs.
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S OBA (BUCK W H E AT)
TOWARI
十割 蕎麦焼酎
SOBA SHOCHU
Using their original creation “Soba Koji” and 100% buckwheat, Kurokabegura presents this blended Otsu-rui Genshu Shochu. The combination of ingredients and technique create a rich, toasted, nutty and semi-sweet Shochu that is easy and pleasant to drink. MAIN INGREDIENT: Soba, Soba Koji DISTILLATION: Single (Normal & Less Pressure) KOJI: White Koji ABV: 25% (50pf) S K U # 5 7 70
750ml. / 6 /cs.
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