Award: Kura Master 2025 Honkaku Shochu & Awamori Competition GOLD

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.

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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 Sake, Honkaku Shochu & Awamori, and Umeshu, dedicated to the French audience. The judging is performed by top professionals in the food and beverage industry—including MOF (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) recipients, top sommeliers from prestigious hotels, bartenders, cavistes, and culinary experts—with a significant emphasis placed on “food pairing.” Through various events, the competition provides a platform to promote these products to France and the wider European market.

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