A great varieties of distilled spirits can be found around
the globe nowadays as the interest in regional specialities (food, culture
etc.) continues to grow, to name a few we have whisky, brandy, gin, vodka &
of course our focus today --- the traditional spirits form Japan>> Shōchū (焼酎).
The traditional distilled spirits made from different
ingredients such as rice, barley, buckwheat & sweet potato has been produced
for almost 500 years. With the utilization of koji mold (Aspergillus oryzae) and different ingredients which reflects
greatly on the out coming flavours, these unique Shōchū (焼酎) made can be
enjoy in many ways. Thanks to Japan Sake And
Shochu Makers Association some of the media friends were invited to
experience the proud profile of Shōchū at the ShoChu Seminar & Tasting event together with 11 Japanese Shōchū
producers, a truly enjoyable night with wonderful spirits & food pairing.
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ShoChu Seminar & Tasting @ Renaissance Hotel KL
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Drenched into the world of Shōchū with speakers from Japan ^^
Great variety of Shōchū from Japan, & of course we
wouldn't miss out the chance to have a sip of it
:P
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| Himezumi & Co., Ltd. fine brewed. |
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| Yamamoto Shuzo Co., Ltd. fine brewed. |
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| Komasa Jyozo Co., Ltd. fine brewed. |
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| Yachiyoden Shuzou Co., Ltd. production. |
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| Taru Sengetsu (rice Shōchū) from Sengetsu Shuzo Co., Ltd. |
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| Ikinokura Distillery Co., Ltd. production. |
Among all the unique characteristics of Shōchū, here’s one I
love the most: Shōchū goes perfectly with not only Japanese but any other
cuisine. Lets verify it shall we, itadakimasu ;)
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| Beef Fillet in Brioche with Cream Spinach |
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| Goat cheese |
Our blogger friend Lwin trying out the Barley
distilled spirits :)
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| having a sip of Nadeshiko (barley Shōchū) ^^ |
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| unique Red Pepilla with a taste of love from Japanese red basil ;) |
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| my personal favourite: Shōchū with a blend of plum b^^d |
So if you happen to be in Japan, don't miss out the chance to have a taste of this national alcoholic spirit from the land of the rising sun which is equally good to be take home as an omiyage ;)
Japan Sake And Shochu Makers Association
Address: 1-1-21 Nishishinbasi, Minatoku,
Tokyo 105-0003 Japan
Website:
http://www.honkakushochu-awamori.jp/english/
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