Australia has come to love Asian cuisine in all its forms. Now is the time to embrace Asian drinks with the same enthusiasm. There is the hugely hot right now shōchū spirit, or the sweet Japanese plum liqueur, umeshu. For lovers of citrus the East Asian citrus fruit, yuzu, makes a delicious liqueur or for gin fanatics, an Eastern take on a classic Western drink using native Asian botanicals. There is a unique and deliciously different Asian spirit or liqueur waiting to be discovered. SPIRITS
DAISHICHI MINOWAMON JUNMAI DAIGINJO SAKE 720ML 188686 $119.99 Made using the kimoto method and a unique method of polishing the grain of rice with a super flat technique, this sake is naturally elegant and fruity with a mellow and delicate texture. It exhibits a delicious layer of richness that follows through with great length and power.
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KIKUYASAKA YUZUYUZU YUZU CITRON LIQUEUR 720ML
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184906 $34.99
A deliciously rich and zesty liqueur made of the Japanese citrus fruit yuzu sees the finest fruit from the Chugoku region infused with sake. The result is a refreshing drink with a touch of sweet citrus aromas followed by a crisp and fresh palate with a sour, tangy tartness. It makes an excellent aperitif and is delicious mixed with soda or tonic. STYLE / SPIRITS TARGET CONSUMER $ $ TRY THIS IF YOU LIKE / Yuzu/mandarin CATEGORY ROLE $ $
NIHONBASHI JYUNMAI DAIGINJYO 720ML 187568 $59.99 Meaning “the bridge to Japan,” Nihonbashi Junmai Daiginjo sake represents the terminus of the Five Great Highways, connecting Edo, now Tokyo, with the provinces in the Edo period. This superior sake of rich rice aroma and taste captures ancient Japanese traditions of discovery and exploration.
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ECHIGOZAKURA JUNMAI DAIGINJO 720ML 189462 $38.99 Brewed with Yamada Nishiki rice polished to 45%, this delicious shu from the appellation of Niigata is representative of the Niigata Tanrei style – smooth, light and fresh. Aromas of white flowers and rose petals follow through to a palate of gentle acidity and balanced body with a clean and crisp finish. Match it with seared Bluefin tuna.
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