Ninki-ichi Soba Shochu Genshu

Description

Hokaku Shochu made with buckwheat.

Clean and pure mountain water from Adatara Mountain and locally grown buckwheat made this beautiful Soba Shochu.

Soba is buckwheat which has very little carbohydrate so this makes very dry original sprit.

A powerful yet remarkably smooth buckwheat shochu bottled at its original strength. Rich layers of toasted buckwheat, roasted nuts, and cocoa are balanced by a clean, elegant finish, making it an excellent sipping spirit for those seeking depth and complexity. Produced by Ninki Shuzo, Fukushima Japan

Ninki Shuzo, a well-known sake brewery, is unwavering in its dedication to quality and authenticity. They carefully create sake, putting in maximum effort and avoiding shortcuts. Using traditional tools like wooden implements, a Japanese steaming cauldron, and koji fermentation trays, they deliberately avoid more efficient alternatives.

Tasting notes

Nose: Rich aromas of toasted buckwheat, roasted hazelnuts, dark cocoa, and warm cereal, with subtle hints of dried fruit and spice. Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, delivering concentrated flavours of roasted buckwheat, nutty sweetness, cocoa, and gentle umami, balanced by a smooth, warming texture. Finish: Long, complex, and warming, with lingering roasted grain, earthy spice, and a clean, dry finish.

Serving

Suggestions: Neat: Best to appreciate its concentrated aromas and depth. With a Splash of Water: Opens up the nutty and floral notes while softening the alcohol. On the Rocks: Gradually reveals greater sweetness and complexity as the ice melts. As base of cocktails

Pairs with: Chargrilled beef, Roast duck, Smoked meats, Aged cheeses, Dark chocolate, Roasted nuts