Traditional Barley Shochu
Pleasingly mild and aromatic, with the evocative flavor of ripe pear and cinnamon. Terrifically popular in Japan, where it is credited with defining a new shochu style for contemporary tastes.
Genkai Distilling Company
Nagasaki Prefecture
Genkai Distilling Company is located on Iki Island in Nagasaki Prefecture, where barley shochu was first produced in the early 16th Century.
Technical Specifications
Classification: Barley Shochu
Alcohol: 24%
Serving recommendations
Great on the rocks or with water in a 70/30 ratio. Traditionalists prefer “Iki” warmed to around 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
