This is a Shochu Gumi selection! It was featured in June 2023 "ZenKoji"

Aged in stainless steel for six months Seifuku is located on the picturesque island of Ishigaki, known for its beef and crystal waters for diving. There are several awamori makers on the island and Seifuku was founded here in 1949. Seifuku’s unique open-fire pot still, called jikabi, is handcrafted by chairman Norihito Kanna (the president's father). This open-fire pot is an ancient method of distilling awamori, and is said to create a better flavor profile for the drink that also ages well. Awamori to me is dessert in a glass. The rich mouthfeel with ripe banana and vanilla notes are so distinct to this Okinawan spirit – it’s the tropics in every sip. What is particular about awamori is that the ABV is quite high compared to shochu, so it really packs a punch with all the malty flavors of the rice and black koji. Great in cocktails or a hot cup of coffee bring a bottle of this to the next yakitori party and serve over lotsa ice and some soda with an orange garnish. I also love sipping on this with a big bowl of anchovy-filled olives.

Features

• Distilled in Okinawa, Japan by Seifuku Shuzo
• Distilled from 100% indica rice koji
• ABV 30% / Koji: Black / Distillation: Direct Fire Distillation / Yeast: N/A
  
• Age: N/A
• Vessel: stainless steel
• 24 oz (720ml)