Award: Kura Master 2025 Honkaku Shochu & Awamori Competition GOLD
Hombo Shuzo Co., Ltd.’s Honkaku Shochu “ARAWAZA BARREL FINISH” has received the “GOLD” award in the Cask age Category of the “Kura Master 2025” Honkaku Shochu & Awamori Competition, held in Paris, France.
Kura Master 2025
GOLD
“ARAWAZA BARREL FINISH” is a Honkaku Shochu made by vatting Imo Shochu genshu—which has a refreshing, fruity aroma and clear taste created by the patented “Migaki Distillation”—after finishing it for one to two years in multiple bourbon barrels at the Tsunuki Distillery that were previously used for aging single malt whisky.
It has a pale amber color, and amidst the herb and spice aromas, it carries nuances of wood and vanilla that gently spread, characteristic of a malt whisky cask. It is sweet and elegant on the palate. You can enjoy a smooth, soft, and expansive flavor with a long finish.
Kura Master
Kura Master is a competition for Japanese sake, honkaku shochu & awamori, umeshu, and Japanese wine, oriented towards the French. Judging is conducted by professionals in the food and beverage industry, including MOF (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) holders recognized by the French state, top sommeliers from first-class hotels, barmen, cavistes (wine merchants), and professionals from restaurants, hotels, and culinary schools. The judging places a strong emphasis on “the pairing of food and drink.” Through various events, it provides a platform to appeal to the French and other European markets.
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