鹿児島県·芋焼酎
Tokara Shochu
The Tokara Islands are scattered between mainland Kagoshima and Amami. On these remote islands far from the mainland, sweet potato shochu is brewed bit by bit. Kagoshima's sweet potato shochu is made by fermenting local sweet potatoes and rice koji with island water before distillation. The Tokara Islands consist of a chain of remote islands accessible only by regular ferry boats, so the distribution of this shochu is very small. It has become an incredibly precious drink that can only be experienced by those who visit the islands. It is a flavor that directly reflects the terroir nurtured by these untouched natural landscapes. Because it is so hard to encounter, if you do find it, please enjoy it with hot water (oyu-wari) or on the rocks. It will bring you a special moment that can only be tasted on these remote islands.
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