A new sweet potato variety jointly developed by Kirishima Shuzo and NARO’s Kyushu Okinawa Agricultural Research Center. It produces a vibrant aroma along with the characteristic sweetness and rich flavor of sweet potato shochu.
SUZUKIRISHIMA was born as part of Kirishima Shuzo’s challenge
to create the next generation of
honkaku shochu-making.
Enjoy a honkaku shochu with a light, smooth taste and rich flavor,
delivering a distinctly
“aerial taste.”
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“The Aerial World”
Features of SUZUKIRISHIMA
Refreshing, light, floral, fruity,
and rich in flavor.
Through the intricate fusion of these elements,
we achieved
an “aerial taste” that balances a light, smooth mouthfeel
and deep, rich flavor, a balance that is typically difficult to attain.
A new taste experience born from our
passion for quality ingredients
Suzukogane sweet potatoes
Fuwari Genmai (brown rice)
The koji is made using rice milled from brown rice to an optimal degree. Compounds in the rice bran layer produce a richer, more complex aroma.
Aerial Yeast
A unique yeast developed and improved by Kirishima Shuzo through selective cultivation. It produces a strong, fruity aroma.
* Aerial Yeast and Fuwari Genmai (brown rice) are unique terms coined by Kirishima Shuzo.
Flavor map
Top notes with a sweet, fruity aroma reminiscent of ripe pear.
A soft floral note through the mid-palate, evoking white blossoms.
The rich, flavorful base helps it preserve the
essence of shochu
while delivering a floral, refreshing
honkaku shochu with an all-new “aerial taste.”
*This map shows Flavor map of products alcohol content of 20%.
Ways to Enjoy
Recommended
How to drink
Sparkling
Suzu Kiri Highball
Mixing SUZUKIRISHIMA with carbonated water
enhances its light, smooth profile,
making it even more refreshing.
Suzu Kiri Highball Points
- Fill a glass with plenty of ice.
- Mix SUZUKIRISHIMA and carbonated water
at a ratio of 4:6. - Stir gently.
*The image is for illustrative purposes only.
arrangement
recipe
Shochu Sangria
(fruit-infused shochu)
SUZUKIRI Sangria Recipe
| SUZUKIRISHIMA: 200 ml | Lemon slices: 2 (20 g) |
| Banana: 1 (65 g) | Mint: 2 leaves |
| Apple: 1/2 (120 g) |
- Peel the banana and apple, then cut them into roughly 1 cm pieces.
- Slice the lemon into rounds, then place the banana, apple, lemon, and mint into a clean bottle.
- Pour in SUZUKIRISHIMA and let it rest in the refrigerator for half a day.
- After half a day, remove the fruit from the bottle and it’s ready to enjoy.
[Notes for enjoying infused shochu at home]
• Wash your hands thoroughly and prepare in a clean environment. • Use only fresh fruit, rinse it carefully with water, and pat it dry before use. • Wash and sanitize containers thoroughly, and let them dry completely before use. • Keep refrigerated during the infusion period and storage. • Consume the finished infusion as soon as possible. • We recommend making only enough to finish in one to two sittings. • The sale of infused shochu is prohibited. (*) • Only use shochu with an alcohol content of 20% or higher for infusion. (*) • Infusing certain fruits, such as grapes, is prohibited. (*)
* For more information, visit the National Tax Agency website’s
[Liquor Q&A on Home Brewing] section.
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Pairing
Recommended Food Pairings
SUZUKIRISHIMA is a great option for those wanting to try sweet potato shochu or who prefer a light flavor profile.
Whether paired with Western cuisine, finger foods, or enjoyed at home gatherings,
it adds a touch of elegance to any table.
It goes wonderfully with Western-style dishes like ajillo, clams sautéed in butter, and pasta with cream or oil-based sauces.
Pair SUZUKIRISHIMA with local Miyazaki dishes like deep-fried chicken nanban to take each dish’s delicious flavors to another level.
At home parties, SUZUKIRISHIMA’s light, smooth taste goes perfectly with canapés and pintxos topped with smoked salmon and cream cheese. Its shimmering label adds a festive touch.
The thoughts behind the label
The SUZUKIRISHIMA label incorporates the
Kirishima Mountains, the symbol of Kirishima Shuzo,
the Suzukogane sweet potato used in its production,
and bells inspired by the product name.
The bells, seen as symbols of happiness in Japan,
feature traditional patterns of natural elements like cherry blossoms, clouds, and Kirishima Rekka-sui,
which are vital to Kirishima Shuzo’s shochu production.
It also expresses the depth and complexity of the taste.
The champagne gold color complements Western cuisine
and finger foods, bringing an elegant touch to the table.
The calligraphic “Kirishima” kanji
behind the SUZUKIRISHIMA text reflects
our endeavors to create for the next generation
using the skills and experience that Kirishima Shuzo
has cultivated over more than a century.
Honkaku shochu contains zero sugar※1
and zero purine※2
It contains zero sugar or purines and is lower in calories than fermented alcoholic beverages. It's recommended for those who want to enjoy alcohol even while dieting.
- According to Japanese food labeling act
- Products containing less than 0.5mg of purines per 100ml can be labeled as "zero purines"
Passion for 100%
- Our sweet potatoes：Kyushu's Sweet Potato100％
- Our water：Rekka-sui 100％
- Our rice：Japanese Rice 100％
- Production and distillery：At our own factory
Product details
SUZUKIRISHIMA
900ml
alcohol content: 20%
Suggested retail price: 876 yen (excluding tax)
SUZUKIRISHIMA
1800ml 紙パック
alcohol content: 20%
Suggested retail price: 1,606 yen (excluding tax)
*Pre-sale in the Miyazaki area
