UMESHU TOMIO HANNARI KYO 0.72L – ELEGANT JAPANESE LIQUEUR MADE FROM UME FRUIT

How is Japanese umeshu made?

The foundation of the process is macerating ripe ume fruit in alcohol. In the case of Hannari Kyo, Nanko ume from Wakayama and Kitagawa Honke's own rice shōchū are used. The recipe also includes sake and sugar.

During maceration, the alcohol gradually draws out the aromas and flavours of the fruit, while the characteristic acidity of ume is combined with delicate sweetness. The aim is therefore not to create the flavour of ordinary plum juice, but to preserve the natural character of the fruit and create an alcoholic beverage that can be enjoyed both on its own and with a meal.

This is precisely what distinguishes good umeshu from an ordinary sweet fruit liqueur. In Hannari Kyo, the sweetness has been deliberately restrained, making the finished drink fresher, more refreshing and – in line with the producer's intention – well suited to pairing with food.

Why is Tomio Hannari Kyo Umeshu worth trying?

Hannari Kyo is an excellent way to discover classic Japanese umeshu. It does not try to overwhelm the palate with additional flavourings – the main role is played by ripe ume fruit, its natural acidity, and delicate sweetness. This makes the drink easy to enjoy even for someone who has never tried umeshu before.

Another advantage is its 13% alcohol content and the possibility of serving it in several different ways. You can enjoy it chilled on its own, over ice, diluted with sparkling water, or – in keeping with Japanese tradition – with hot water. This makes a single bottle suitable both for a relaxed tasting and as an interesting accompaniment to a meal.

Behind it all is Kitagawa Honke from Fushimi, Kyoto – a producer operating since 1657 with more than 360 years of experience in creating Japanese alcoholic beverages. If you want to explore more sake and umeshu or are looking for interesting spirits from Japan, Hannari Kyo certainly deserves your attention.

Tomio Hannari Kyo Umeshu is available from Propaganda Alkohole, as well as in our store in Warsaw at 51 Komisji Edukacji Narodowej Avenue. If you don't know where to begin your umeshu journey, start right here – well chilled, without additions, and with the opportunity to fully discover its fruity character.