Choya Plum wine"original" 750ml

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Moonstone “Plum” is one of just three varieties of fruit-flavored junmai ginjo sake made in the Oregon production center of SakéOne, where they have been brewing sake since 1997. Their clean and sturdy sake serves as the base for a number of novel fruit-infused brews, which also include “Asian Pear” and “Coconut Lemongrass.” Their “Plum” variety carries a hint of almond on the nose, and with only 7% ABV, you can have a bottle to yourself and live to tell the tale. Embrace the variety and the seasons If you have trouble choosing between all the different brands, you can try the tasting set in the shop. They will give you 3 brands you have selected in tiny tasting glasses. It is priced at 1000 Yen which is a pretty great deal.

To make plum wine, we need neutral, colorless, near-flavorless distilled spirits/liquor such as shochu (焼酎) and vodka. Make sure it is at least35% ABV (alcohol by volume) or 70 proof. The plum wine could become spoiled when alcohol percentage go down being diluted by the fruit juice from the plum. This restaurant is pretty close to Ueno station. You might not have heard of this place for Umeshu experience, primarily because they are a buffet restaurant. But they are really heavy on serving healthy food, so if you enjoy vegetarian food, you can get lots of veggie dishes. Not only this bar has a staggering number of 100 varieties of Umeshu, but they also make their vintage craft wine. This is made with shochu as a base but combined with a lot of different ingredients like coffee, hot pepper or mint. The end product has an alcohol content of about 15% and is usually sweet and sour, making it really easy to drink. This makes it a popular choice among people who are not used to drinking many alcoholic beverages. In fact, some scientific texts refer to Prunus mume as Japanese apricot even though the tree originated in southern China. Various forms of ume-based drinks exist in many countries where the fruit grows. Korea has maesil ju, with a soju base and added honey instead of sugar. In Taiwan, wumeijiu adds oolong tea and smoked plum into the mix. In many ways, the question “What is plum wine?” is similar to the often-asked question “What is rice wine?” Is plum wine sweet?The Fu-Ki brand of plum wine is made by Godo Shusei Co., Ltd., a Japanese producer of sake and shochu. The 9% ABV semi-sweet plum wine is made by combining grape wine with ume and other flavorings, making the umeshu experience affordable for everyone. SakéOne Umeshu,” often referred to as plum wine, is a beguiling beverage that leverages the sour characteristics of its namesake fruit, rendering them into a refreshing and punchy drink that is as versatile as it is delicious. With an alias like plum wine, it would stand to reason that umeshu is simply a wine made from plums rather than grapes, but in truth it is more like a plum liqueur. So as the plum blossoms are beginning to brighten the dreary late winter landscape in Japan, let’s take a closer look at umeshu. What is plum wine? Many people don’t realize that Umeshu is made from two words. “Ume” stands for fruit, while “Shu” is a Japanese word for liquor. In most cases, Umeshu is translated as plum wine. But that is not the most proper translation as Ume is a particular fruit tree known as Prunus Mume. It is related to both plum and apricot, but it is not the same. Therefore, the best translation is Ume liquor. #6 Umeshu is more than just a beverage Enjoyed by many as a warm weather tonic, umeshu is refreshing during oppressive summer heat and humidity, and its ample amount of citric acid can aid in reducing fatigue by helping to eliminate lactic acid in the body. As an aperitif, umeshu’s alkalinity helps aid digestion, especially after consuming richer, more acidic foods. Polyphenols in ume fruit are also noted for their antioxidant properties. New research has even shown that umeshu contains a compound not present in the ume itself that can help improve blood flow in the body. Learn more about the health benefits of sake. What is umeshu? Kikkoman takes pride in making the full flavor plum wine which has been fermented in 100% plum juice. If you like your wine strong and sweet, the Umeshu has a fruity flavor with 12% alcohol content to give you the punch. You can use this wine to drink in the winter months with warm water or even drink it cool without diluting it too much. It looks like a much richer version of the rose and is a bright shade of red. The aftertaste is smooth and pleasant. 6. Nakano BC Yuzu Umeshu

One of the standout features of Suntory Plum Wine is its rich and natural plum flavor. Made from carefully selected plums, the wine exudes a distinct and authentic fruity profile. From mid-May to early June, it’s ume (Japanese plum) season here in California. During this short period of time when fresh ume is available, the Japanese make plum wine, or what we call Umeshu (梅酒) with still unripe and green plums. here for more details about this Umeshu right now! 4. Suntory Plum Wine (Barrel Finish) Suntory Plum Wine (Barrel Finish)

There’s no doubt that many of us who’ve never tried sake are still familiar with Kikkoman, the global producer and distributor of products across the spectrum of Asian cuisine. It makes sense, then, that they would also have an umeshu product as well. Their 12.5% ABV plum wine is rich and sweet, and has probably been the first glass of umeshu for many around the world. Hakutsuru Brewing Company If you visit the Hachiko exit, named after the famed, loyal dog Hachiko who waited for a decade for his dead master to return, you will find the Shugar market. This is a store that carries a lot of different varieties of local liquors that can be found in Japan. So, there is a very high chance you can get some shochu here. You have to use these tart and sour green plums to make the plum wine and not any other types of plums you see in the store. Both Japanese and Korean grocery stores sell these plums during this season, so keep an eye on these plums around early to mid-May.

Sui-Umeshu (すいうめ酒) is made by Yoshimura Hideo Shoten(𠮷村秀雄商店) which is a brewery established in Wakayama prefecture in 1914. Similar to the last umeshu on this list, this is also a unique Japanese plum wine. The Takara group was founded near the end of Edo period in 1842. It became one of the biggest brands in Japan in the last half-century. While anything in excess, particularly alcoholic beverages, can be unhealthy, umeshu has been touted over the centuries in Eastern Asia for a wide variety of medicinal effects. All over the world, alcohol is used to extract medicinal components from all manner of fruits and plants, and umeshu is no different. It may be different in that it is the most delicious “medicine” I’ve ever tried.The set comes with three 720ml bottles of premium Japanese plum sake from Nanbu Bijin (Iwate Prefecture), Choya Umeshu (Osaka Prefecture) and Sawanotsuru (Hyogo Prefecture). Don’t forget to watch our expert Sachiko’s introductory video to learn more interesting facts about what you’re drinking. The two-minute clip with Tippsy’s iconic tasting guides do a great job of highlighting the special characteristics of each sake. Nanbu Bijin “Plum Sake”