Nankai Shochu
Product details
| Management number | 253696159 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$14.80 | Model Number | 253696159 | ||
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Nankai Shochu is a vacuum-distilled kokuto shochu from Amami Island, Japan. Nankai states that the spirit is distilled from 80% sugarcane and 20% rice, with no added sugar, flavoring, or other additives. Vacuum distillation lowers the boiling temperature used on the fermented mash, a gentler method the producer uses to retain a refined, aromatic profile. The source item, distributor barcode catalog, exact UPC record, and package label converge on a single 750ml bottle at 24% ABV (48 proof).
The producer characterizes Nankai as clean, smooth, fragrant, and versatile, with pear-like aromatics, a creamy mouthfeel, and a delicate finish. The lower strength allows it to be served neat or over ice without the weight of a full-proof spirit, while its subtle salinity and umami also support highballs and cocktails. The front package identifies it as vacuum-distilled shochu and visibly states that the spirit is distilled from 80% cane and 20% rice. Serve it chilled, on the rocks, with soda, or alongside food where its restrained aroma and clean finish can remain distinct.
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