{"title":"The SG Shochu","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-sg-shochu-imo","title":"The SG Shochu IMO","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe essence of sweet potato shochu lies in the freshness of the base ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe SG Shochu IMO uses locally grown sweet potatoes which are transported to the distillery immediately upon harvest. Unlike dried grains, every hour post-harvest impacts the freshness and vibrancy of flavor in the final product. IMO takes pride in the tight-knit community of local farmers that make such production possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow that's a great recipe for temptation. IMO consists of a blend between two distinctive sweet potatoes, Koganesengan and Eimurasaki. Koganesengan is the most trusted variety used in sweet potato shochu, offering a robust structural framework to the spirit, while the Eimurasaki - a rare, purple sweet potato - is responsible for IMO's unmistakably seductive aromatic profile. 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Certain yeasts are used in conjunction with a long, low-temperature fermentation to develop delicate floral and sweet aromas. The resulting spirit is characterized by notes of apple and pineapple, bringing out a tantalizing gentle profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique essential to capturing such a delicate profile in a spirit is known as reduced-pressure distillation. Alcohol and esters become volatile at significantly lower temperatures when the pressure inside the still is reduced. Meanwhile, certain chemical reactions that occur at higher temperatures are avoided, allowing for subtle, nuanced aromas to shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a cocktail spirit, finish is as crucial as flavor. KOME achieves an uncanny balance between its robust character and stealth finish. Cocktails featuring KOME are defined by the spirit's resonant presence complimented by a decisively pristine aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKOME plays incredibly well with virtually any fruit. Citrus oils in particular add a defining clarity to KOME cocktails, while flavors of fresh herbs, root vegetables, and leafy greens also meld seamlessly. 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Starting with a clear vision of a perfect blend, the process works backwards to construct the necessary component spirits to achieve the desired balance. By creating genshu aged in oak barrels, sherry butts, and stainless steel, each distilled at different pressures, it becomes possible to construct exacting flavor profiles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavor resulting from the barrel is often the highlight of aged spirits. MUGI, however, achieves a unique balance between barrel and barley. By introducing non-barrel aged genshu into the blend, MUGI highlights the complex and enticing aromas that result from barley under a highly skilled fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoji is a defining factors of shochu, and plays an integral role in shochu flavor development. A koji-based saccharification and the resulting multiple parallel fermentation permits a long mashing period, which allow for time for deep, complex flavors to develop. Reduced-pressure distillation is able to capture much of the lighter aromatics akin to sweet fruits, while the heat from atmospheric pressure distillation contributes to an enticing character reminiscent of freshly baked bread. The barrels add an overtone of caramelized depth, with a nod to cacao and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile experimenting with whisky-style cocktails can be a good start, MUGI offers a level of versatility rarely associated with barrel-aged spirits. The fruity notes invite interpretations of brandy-based cocktails, while the overall lightness lends itself to be used in place of unaged spirits. MUGI's vanilla and cacao notes lend themselves to play well with cream, spices, tea, and coffee, whether it's used as a base spirit or simply as an accent. 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