Shochu

Japan's other national drink

Shochu is a distilled spirit that is unique to Japan. The very best styles of shochu are single distilled to retain the original character of the base material and are called Honkaku shochu (translates as authentic shochu). Multiple distilled versions exist but for the connoisseur there is only one choice. ABV is generally about 25% and is it enjoyed straight up, on the rocks or with added hot or cold water.

To maintain the integrity of Honkaku shochu the Japanese government has limited the distillable materials to a strict list as well as placing restrictions on the way Honkaku shochu is made. This is to protect the characteristics of shochu and not to confuse it with rum, brandy, vodka and other spirits.

Shochu

Momosuke Shochu Discovery Set

If you've never drunk good shochu before prepare to be surprised. These 2 shochu from Inoue Shuzo will change your mind forever.

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AUD $117.90
Momosuke Shodai - Gold 300ml

Multi award winning honkaku shochu. Aroma of citrus and sweet barley. Served straight up displays a velvety semi sweet upfront palate sudachi peel and mild spice. 1 cube of ice...

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AUD $28.95
Momosuke Chokichozo - Aged 720ml

Impressive shochu, aged for 3+ years in select Japanese oak barrels. Restrained nose of orange, apples, fine oak & whisky. Straight up - palate of pear, almond meal, milk, barley...

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AUD $78.95
Momosuke Shodai - Gold 720ml

Multi award winning honkaku shochu. Aroma of citrus and sweet barley. Served straight up displays a velvety semi sweet upfront palate sudachi peel and mild spice. 1 cube of ice...

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AUD $58.95
Momosuke Noko - Blue 720ml

Earthy masculine salaryman’s shochu. Intense barley, nuts and cut hay on the nose. Straight up expect a bold palate of pure barley, corn husk and strong umami. Very easy to...

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AUD $58.95
Oita Ryu No Hitomi Shochu Sherry Cask 720ml

Limited edition of just 1000 bottles. Stored in white oak sherry barrels imported from Spain.

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AUD $135.95
Hanamikura Hanakon Shochu 720ml

Honkaku single distilled from imo or sweet potato. Palate is big, rich and screaming with imo character. It finishes clean begging for another sip. Best served on the rocks.

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AUD $58.95
Oita Yomogi Shochu 720ml

A great beginner’s shochu with Yomogi or Japanese mugwort - a botanical used as natural flavouring. Gentle herbal character, very easy to drink. Honkaku - premium single distilled shochu.

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AUD $78.95
Hanamikura Daiginjo Kasutori Shochu 720ml

Honkaku shochu distilled from the pressings of Hanamikura super premium daiginjo sake. Complex rice shochu with subtle aromas of cardamon & anise. Very mild smooth and refined palate with hints of Hanamikura Kuro daiginjo.

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AUD $63.95
Momosuke Kouseihaku - Red 720ml

A very comforting shochu with a refined Japanese palate. Subtle aroma of cranberry & barley. Served straight up the palate is super smooth, spicy & well rounded with a clean,...

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AUD $58.95

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