International Spirits Challenge (ISC) is a spirits competition organized by Drinks International, a UK-based drinks industry publisher.
The competition features multiple categories, including shochu, gin, vodka, and tequila, which are judged through blind tastings by renowned spirits industry experts. The ISC is recognized as one of the world's most prestigious competitions.
GOLDShochu Category
Suibakka
This shochu is a masterpiece, crafted with meticulous care and time, sparing no effort in perfecting the technique. Due to the limited availability of ingredients and the specific production methods, it is offered as a limited-edition product.
ade from carefully selected ingredients such as sweet potatoes, barley, and rice, this shochu fully brings out the unique characteristics of each. It expands the horizons of the shochu experience.
We proudly recommend this rare gem, whether as a personal indulgence or as a gift for a shochu enthusiast.
Hombo Shuzo was born in Tsunuki, a land in the southwestern Satsuma Peninsula blessed with abundant nature.
While shochu-making is heavily influenced by nature’s gifts—such as the sweet potatoes, water, and yeast—truly delicious shochu cannot be made without the skill of master artisans.
It is through their unwavering dedication, love for the craft, and relentless effort that their expertise flourishes, creating a full-bodied drink that reflects the unique character of the land.
We invite you to indulge in this harmonious blend of nature and craftsmanship, and savor a blissful cup of shochu, meticulously crafted by the hands of skilled artisans.
