Sg Shochu Mugi Barley 40% 750ml Kumamoto, Japan (special Order 1 Week)
| Description: | Barley shochu produced in the Oita Prefecture of Japan by Sanwa Shurui in collaboration with Sg Shochu Distilled from 100% Barley Saccharification is done with white koji (propagated on barley) Blend of shochu distilled once on a stainless steel pot still using either atmospheric or vacuum-distillation Blend consists of five types of barley shochu genshu (undiluted shochu), each with a different koji ratio, distillation pressure, and aging method Mugi combines unaged barley shochu with shochu matured in a combination of American oak barrels, ex-sherry butts, and stainless steel Delicate aromas of sweet, toasted cereal, fresh parsley, and roasted carrot lead to a palate of green peppercorn and fresh, buttered poppyseed rolls. Toasted cereal returns on the finish along with white flowers and a touch of mushroom umami Gold Medal Winner at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition 40% Abv The variety of methods used to age the components of Mugi result in a rich and dimensional shochu that intuitively lends itself to interpretations of whiskey or brandy-based cocktails, but dont stop therethis versatile shochu can substitute or pair with aged rum, genever, or Old Tom gin and beautifully complements fruit eaux-de-vie. For a food pairing, try Mugi with roasted meats and hot pots. |
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| Price: | $ 69.99 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
Available from Hi-Time Wine Cellars
| Address: |
250 Ogle Street Costa Mesa, CA 92627 United States |
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| Telephone (toll-free): | 800-331-3005 |
| Telephone (regular): | 949-650-8463 |
| Fax: | 949-631-6863 |
First added to 1000 Corks on August 29, 2024.
