ABOUT About Torafu Kirishima
味 トラフ 虎斑霧島の味わい
Torafu Kirishima is a sweet potato honkaku shochu characterized by its naturally crisp bitterness, gentle aroma, and sweetness. Like Japanese green tea, the tart notes enhance its sweetness, for a complex yet smooth blend of flavors.
香
A floral and
woody aroma
The primary aroma is a hint of rose, followed by fresh wood aromas,
and culminating in the intense scent of forests and the earth.
麹 Characteristics of Torafu Kirishima
This shochu contains yellow koji cultures, which are used in sake brewing, and the black koji we use for Kuro Kirishima. Combining these two types of koji produced completely new flavors and aromas. Inspired by the black and yellow stripes of a powerful tiger, we named this shochu Torafu Kirishima (“torafu” means tiger stripes).
ENJOY Ways to Enjoy
食 With Food
Torafu Kirishima’s crispness and dry finish enhance the flavors of your dishes. Enjoy it together with your next meal!
with CHINESE FOOD
Chinese dishes like
mapo tofu and dan dan noodles
Doubanjiang is a key ingredient in Chinese cuisine. Its rich spiciness complements the refreshing taste of Torafu Kirishima perfectly.
- #doubanjiang
- #spicy
- #Chinese
with SAUCE
Dishes topped with sauce
like tonkatsu and okonomiyaki
We recommend pairing rich saucy dishes with Torafu Kirishima, as it enhances the flavors of the meal and they go great together.
- #tonkatsusauce
- #rich
with SUSHI
Sushi
It goes perfectly with white fish sushi and wasabi! Combining the sweetness of sushi rice and richness of soy sauce with the flavors of Torafu Kirishima leads to a delicious medley on the palate.
- #wasabi
- #soysauce
呑 Ways to Enjoy
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With Carbonated Water
Tora Kiri Highball
The dryness of Torafu Kirishima pairs perfectly with carbonated water,
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With Carbonated Water
Tora Kiri Highball〜山椒〜
The spicy aroma of Japanese pepper matches the floral aroma of Torafu Kirishima.
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With Carbonated Water
Tora Kiri Highball〜青柚子〜
The refreshing citrusy aroma of green yuzu harmonizes with the aroma and tartness of Torafu Kirishima. It also goes great with yuzu or lemon!
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Torafu Kirishima with Hot Waterand candied kumquat
The bittersweet flavor of kumquat melds with the gentle sweetness of Torafu Kirishima. The sweet, elegant flavor is perfect for when you want to unwind.
THE LABEL Label Design
The design of Torafu Kirishima’s label reflects its flavor profile. The soft color palette embodies its floral aroma and sweet flavor, while the tiger motif reflects its crisp tartness. The tiger stripe pattern is also a form of beauty created by timeless nature. Tiger-striped bamboo, shogi pieces, and oak wood used in luxury furniture are all treasured as highly valued items, and we reflected these aspects in the label.
QUALITY Passion for 100%
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The Secret to Great Taste Lies in Our Passion for 100%
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原料となるさつまいもは九州産100%。九州のシラス台地が育んだ、新鮮なさつまいもを使用しています。
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霧島連山の清冽な地下水「霧島裂罅水(キリシマレッカスイ)」を100％使用しています。
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The rice used to make the koji is 100% domestically produced.
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All products are produced 100% at our own factory in Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture.
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CloseOur preparation method
Kirishima Shuzo’s Unique Three-Step Fermentation
The more steps involved in fermentation, the smoother the shochu. Torafu Kirishima goes through more fermentation steps than standard shochu, and this intricate process leads to a smoother finish. It is carefully prepared using Kirishima Shuzo’s original three-step fermentation method, which enhances the sweetness and floral aroma.
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Recipe
With Carbonated Water
Tora Kiri Highball
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add Torafu Kirishima and carbonated water at a ratio of 1:2.
- Stir gently.
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Recipe
With Carbonated Water
Tora Kiri Highball〜山椒〜
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add Torafu Kirishima and carbonated water at a ratio of 1:2.
- Stir gently.
- Sprinkle Japanese pepper powder and garnish with its leaves if desired.
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Recipe
With Carbonated Water
Tora Kiri Highball〜青柚子〜
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add Torafu Kirishima and carbonated water at a ratio of 1:2.
- Stir gently.
- Sprinkle with green yuzu peel.
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Recipe
Torafu Kirishima with Hot Waterand candied kumquat
- Place the candied kumquat in a heat-resistant glass.
- Pour in hot water, then add your preferred amount of Torafu Kirishima.
- Lightly muddle the kumquat to help the flavors blend.
