How are Shōchu and Saké Different? | Tips for Beginners to Enjoy Shochu

When you think of an alcoholic beverage that’s unique to Japan, I’m sure you’ll immediately imagine Japanese saké. But did you know that there are actually two more kinds, Umeshu plum wine, and Shochu Japanese whiskey? Umeshu as the name implies, is literally plum alcohol, and it can be easily made at home by pickling them in alcohol. But what is shochu??

Actually, it would be a shame to end your dining and drinking experience in Japan without knowing what shochu is.

So today, I will explain what kind of drink Shochu is and its history in Japan. Next, I will also explain the difference between Shochu and Saké, so you can deepen your understanding towards Japanese alcohol in general.

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The Shochu that I recommended in this video...
●中々 Nakanaka
https://umamimart.com/products/naka-n...
●兼八 Kanehachi
https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Kanehac...
●竜馬 Ryoma
https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Shochu-...

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0:00 Let's START!
1:41 What is “Shochu?”
4:11 The Difference Between Shochu and Saké
7:48 Best Shochu for Beginners
9:07 Today’s Conclusion

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