{"product_id":"mizu-sakura-cask-shochu-750ml","title":"Mizu Sakura Cask Shochu 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eMizu Sakura Cask is a barrel-finished honkaku shochu from Saga, Japan, single distilled from locally farmed Saga barley and black koji rice and finished in rare yamazakura, wild mountain cherry, casks. It is bottled at 70 proof (35% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMizu Shochu is distilled by Munemasa Shuzo in Arita, in Saga Prefecture, and Sakura Cask is the brand's first barrel-finished expression. Its pale gold color is the darkest tint permitted under the designation of honkaku, or authentic, shochu, which must not exceed a set limit on color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kiss of cherry wood brings a harmony of spring blossoms, orchard fruit and a touch of smoke over the rich, savory barley base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat in a small snifter, mizuwari with a splash of cold water, oyuwari with hot water, or as a highball with soda. It makes an elegant gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHonkaku shochu is single distilled, which keeps more of the flavor of its base ingredients than multiple distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack koji, a mold used to convert starches into sugar, gives a rich, earthy depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYamazakura, or wild mountain cherry, is a rare wood for casks, prized in Japan for its sweet, floral aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShochu is traditionally enjoyed with food, and its lower strength makes it gentle on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKyushu, Japan's southern island, is the heartland of shochu making.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring blossoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orchard fruit over savory barley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A touch of smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mizu Shochu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Munemasa Shuzo, Arita, Saga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honkaku shochu, barrel finished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saga barley and black koji rice, single distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazakura (wild mountain cherry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 proof (35% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saga, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it neat, with a splash of cold water, with hot water, or as a highball (1 part Mizu, 2 parts soda, plus ice). It pairs with sushi, grilled fish or yakitori.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is shochu?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan's national distilled spirit; honkaku shochu is single distilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the casks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYamazakura, wild mountain cherry wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e70 proof (35% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\"\u003eSpirits collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mizu Shochu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023556079925,"sku":"VWS_200421450","price":50.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-18692.webp?v=1793661035","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/mizu-sakura-cask-shochu-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}