Sakura Yamakawa Ryukyu Awamori Koshu
Tasting Notes
Created by blending equal parts of awamori vintages aged from 5 to 15 years in ceramic jars. This awamori is cask strength and is not diluted by any additional water. Taste the history and culture of this gem of a kuusu (aged awamori) by sipping it slowly and savoring it after your meal. Warm & gentle aroma of roasted nuts, root vegetables, barley, dates, shiitake mushroom, toffee, and steamed rice. Round and ample mouthfeel with a sharp edge. Impactful, full body with layers of flavors and umami and a long lingering finish.
Overview
Food Pairings: Pairs well with all types of foods, especially rich dishes and pork. Try it with Caramel, Chocolate, Vanilla, and Nutty desserts.
Specifications
Type of Shochu: Awamori
Main Ingredient: Rice
Type of Koji: Black Koji
Distillation Method: Single, AtmosphericAged: 5-15 years (blended)
ABV: 43%
Size: 750ml
Distillery Profile
Trade Resources
Specification Sheets & Bottle Images
Tasting Notes
Created by blending equal parts of awamori vintages aged from 5 to 15 years in ceramic jars. This awamori is cask strength and is not diluted by any additional water. Taste the history and culture of this gem of a kuusu (aged awamori) by sipping it slowly and savoring it after your meal. Warm & gentle aroma of roasted nuts, root vegetables, barley, dates, shiitake mushroom, toffee, and steamed rice. Round and ample mouthfeel with a sharp edge. Impactful, full body with layers of flavors and umami and a long lingering finish.
Overview
Food Pairings: Pairs well with all types of foods, especially rich dishes and pork. Try it with Caramel, Chocolate, Vanilla, and Nutty desserts.
Specifications
Type of Shochu: Awamori
Main Ingredient: Rice
Type of Koji: Black Koji
Distillation Method: Single, AtmosphericAged: 5-15 years (blended)
ABV: 43%
Size: 750ml
Distillery Profile
Trade Resources
Specification Sheets & Bottle Images
Tasting Notes
Created by blending equal parts of awamori vintages aged from 5 to 15 years in ceramic jars. This awamori is cask strength and is not diluted by any additional water. Taste the history and culture of this gem of a kuusu (aged awamori) by sipping it slowly and savoring it after your meal. Warm & gentle aroma of roasted nuts, root vegetables, barley, dates, shiitake mushroom, toffee, and steamed rice. Round and ample mouthfeel with a sharp edge. Impactful, full body with layers of flavors and umami and a long lingering finish.
Overview
Food Pairings: Pairs well with all types of foods, especially rich dishes and pork. Try it with Caramel, Chocolate, Vanilla, and Nutty desserts.
Specifications
Type of Shochu: Awamori
Main Ingredient: Rice
Type of Koji: Black Koji
Distillation Method: Single, AtmosphericAged: 5-15 years (blended)
ABV: 43%
Size: 750ml
Distillery Profile
Trade Resources
Specification Sheets & Bottle Images
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