Akashi Tai – Shiraume Ginju Umeshu 50cl Bottle

Akashi Tai – Shiraume Ginju Umeshu 50cl Bottle- Conventional umeshu, or plum liqueur, is made by preserving Japanese ume plums in distilled spirits. However, Shiraume is a luxurious plum liqueur made by preserving plums in the finest of Japanese sakes – premium ginjo sake made from Yamada Nishiki rice. In Shiraume, the mild flavour of brewed sake nurtured to perfection blends harmoniously with the fruity flavour of ume plums. No sharp tang of alcohol mars the finish to the palate, as sometimes happens with conventional plum liqueurs. Since ancient times and even in Japan today, plum liqueur has long been considered a therapeutic drink. Shiraume can be enjoyed in many ways – it is equally pleasant on ice or blended with either cold or hot water.

• Sweet, with rich plum, date, cherry and almond flavours and a refreshing, dry finish
• Umeshu is made by macerating Ume plums in premium Sake and adding sugar to balance
• Serve chilled as an alternative to a sweet wine with cheese boards or desserts
• Can also be served with hot water and spices in winter as a mulled wine alternative
• Made at Akashi Sake Brewery who are a 4th generation Sake brewer based in Hyogo prefecture