{"product_id":"kodakara-nanko-umeshu-720ml-liquore-alla-prugna-giapponese","title":"Kodakara Nanko Umeshu 720ml | Sake and Shochu-based Nanko plum liqueur","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eType: FRUITY SAKE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAlcohol content: 10%  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":150,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eServing temperature: 8-12° C \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":150,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNanko plums, sake, shochu distilled from sake lees, fructose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":150,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":150,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":150,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKodakara Nanko Umeshu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a refined Japanese plum liqueur produced by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTatenokawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the renowned Yamagata sakagura specializing in Junmai Daiginjo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts uniqueness lies in its alcohol base: premium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNanko plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are left to macerate in a combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esake and shochu distilled from sake lees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, resulting in an umeshu with more complexity and depth than versions made simply with neutral alcohol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the nose, the intense aroma of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe plum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dominates, with notes of yellow-fleshed fruit and almond. On the palate, it is soft and silky, with a generous sweetness well-supported by the natural acidity of the ume. The finish remains fresh and pleasantly fruity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is an umeshu with great immediacy, but with enough structure and complexity to be enjoyed with a meal as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy we love it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet-acid balance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The softness of the ripe plum is balanced by a pleasant freshness that avoids a cloying finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA unique alcohol base:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The union of sake and shochu obtained from sake lees provides greater depth and persistence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft and enveloping texture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Almost velvety on the palate, it is also perfect as an alternative to a dessert wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile serving:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent chilled, with ice, or lengthened with soda.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eMixology \u0026amp; Food Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKodakara Nanko Umeshu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can be served simply chilled, but its combination of sweetness, acidity, and aromatic intensity also makes it interesting for mixing and food pairings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the Rocks:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Serve it with a large ice cube to make it fresher and more relaxed while keeping the plum character intact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmeshu Soda:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 60 ml of Kodakara Nanko Umeshu, 90–120 ml of soda, and plenty of ice. A light and refreshing highball.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith desserts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perfect with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003echeesecake, fruit tarts, white chocolate, and almond desserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith foie gras:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The sweetness and acidity of the plum create an interesting contrast with rich, fatty preparations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith cheeses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Try it with creamy or slightly blue-veined cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFun fact about Umeshu:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Although commonly called the “Japanese plum,” the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eume (梅)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is botanically closer to the apricot than the European plum. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNanko\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e variety is particularly prized in Japan for its soft flesh, intense aroma, and the balance between acidity and sweetness—ideal characteristics for producing umeshu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Produttore: Tatenokawa Shuzo - Prefettura: Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62744556798339,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/0918\/5465\/files\/KodakaraNankoUmeshu.png?v=1791106470","url":"https:\/\/kitsunetrading.ch\/en\/products\/kodakara-nanko-umeshu-720ml-liquore-alla-prugna-giapponese","provider":"Kitsune Trading Sagl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}