Barley Shochu 'Aokage Forty-One Genshu'

Distillery: Yanagita Shuzo • Prefecture: Miyazaki • Mash Bill: 100% Two Row Barley, White Koji • Distillation: Jo-atsu (atmospheric) • Water: Spring water from Miyako no Jo • ABV: 41%

• A full proof, high ABV version of the original Aokage, this is a dense, flavorful and aromatic spirit with intense flavors of sesame, caramel popcorn.
• When distilling Yanagita-san adjusts the direction of the heat entering the still to ‘toast’ the liquid inside as it moves, creating distinctive roasty notes.
• After distillation spirit is aged in glass tanks and filtered by hand, straining the tops of tanks with custom made horsehair strainers to remove impurities but retain oils and flavor.
• While enjoyable sipping on its own it is intended to be mixed in cocktails, to bring the unique flavors of sesame, caramel popcorn and dark chocolate to a mixed drink.

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