KIRISHIMA SHUZO CO., LTD.
Kirishima Shuzo is a traditional honkaku shochu distillery found in 1916. Since we focus on quality, only using Japanese ingredients and always trying to make high-quality shochu. The most well-known shochu "Kuro Kirishima" is No.1 sales in Japan. It is also served at the Oscars governors’ ball. We are working for environmental protection to achieve the zero emission through the restoration of waste into various resources.
Kirishima No. 8
KIRISHIMA No. 8 has a distinct fresh fruit-like flavors of muscat and mandarin oranges, which was achieved by blending our in-house bred "KIRISHIMA No. 8" sweet potatoes and originally developed "Elegance Yeast". Enjoy its fragrant aroma and vibrant rich flavor which provides a burst of elegance when you take a sip.
Tasting Notes: Aromatic with a beautiful balance of orange and muscat-like fruitiness and flavor complexity. KIRISHIMA No. 8 presents a unique flavor distinctly different from any previous sweet potato shochu while also embodying the familiarity of traditional sweet potato shochu.
Pairing Recommendation: It is recommended to drink it with soda.
Awards: Kura Master 2023 Gold Prize. SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION 2024 Gold Prize
PRODUCT INFO
- CLASS: SHOCHU
- BREWERY: KIRISHIMA
- REGION: MIYAZAKI
- ABV: 25%
- Yeast: Elegance Yeast
- Water Source: Miyakonojo Basin
- Ingredients: Sweet potato, Kome koji
- Distillation Process: Atmospheric, Vacuum
- Stills: Pot
- SKU: 08669 6/900ml
- Kirishima No.8 Brochure