Shochu
Kagoshima’s famous fire water
Shochu is a distilled liquor that is made from sweet potatoes, barley, rice, and sometimes other ingredients. Kagoshima is famous for sweet potato shochu, and there are over 2,000 varieties being produced today. From bold, earthy, complex flavours to light, sweet and mellow notes, there is a great selection of shochu to enjoy that pairs perfectly with local cuisine.