Sweet Potato Shochu 'Yamaneko - Wildcat' Osuzuyama Distillery

Distillery: Osuzuyama Distillery’• Prefecture: Miyazaki • Mash Bill: 80% Estate Grown Joy White Sweet Potatoes, 20% White Koji Rice • Water: Osuzu mountain spring water • Distillation: Jo-atsu (atmospheric) • ABV: 25%

• Distilled at atmospheric pressure (joatsu), aged for 3 years in kame (clay amphorae) which mellows the spirit and allows for a smooth texture.
• Fresh and bright aromas of lychee and mango, shochu is medium-light bodied with flavors of candied sweet potato, fresh peach and a dry finish.
• Mix lightly with chilled water or over ice to allow tropical notes to come through, a splash of hot water will open up flavors of honey and fruit.

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