UNDERSTANDING
Sake, Honkaku Shochu, and Awamori

Sake
Honkaku Shochu & Awamori

Sake

Traditional Japanese Sake

Sake has been brewed in Japan for over 1,000 years from rice, which is the staple of the Japanese diet.
It’s the best drink to enjoy with Japanese food (sushi, tempura, yakitori, etc.)

Characteristics of Sake

Sake is rare for an alcohol in that it can be enjoyed either chilled or heated.
Sake is the product of the unique Japanese climate, the nation’s abundant nature and the wisdom of the Japanese people.

Honkaku Shochu & Awamori

What is Honkaku Shochu?

Honkaku Shochu means single-distilled Shochu, which is made using a time-tested distilling method featuring natural ingredients.
The type made in Okinawa is called Awamori.

now

The type made in Okinawa is called Awamori. The type made in Okinawa is called Awamori.

past

The type made in Okinawa is called Awamori. The type made in Okinawa is called Awamori.

An alcohol that is good for your body

Honkaku Shochu has no sugar or purine, is low in calories and won’t leave you with a bad hangover. Also features a health benefit that helps thin the blood.