Shibitakojo Kuro Kirishima Genshu
A Rich Flavor Pursuing Innovation While Honoring Tradition
"Shibitakojo Kuro Kirishima Genshu" is a sweet potato honkaku shochu made exclusively from the Genshu (undiluted shochu) of Kuro Kirishima at the Shibita Factory in Shibitacho, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture. The distinct aroma and smooth mouthfeel are signature qualities of Kuro Kirishima. Its deep, concentrated sweet potato sweetness provides a luxurious flavor, followed by a rich, lingering aftertaste.
| Product Name | Shibitakojo Kuro Kirishima Genshu |
|---|---|
| alcohol content | 36% |
| Product Classification | honkaku shochu |
| Ingredients | Sweet potatoes (grown in Kyushu) Rice koji (Japanese rice) |
The Product Name "Shibitakojo" refers to a collective term that includes the Shibita Factory, the Shibita Expanded Factory, and the Shibita Second Expanded Factory.
- "Genshu" (undiluted shochu) refers to a shochu with no additions made after distillation, and has an alcohol content of 36% or higher.
Birthplace of Kuro Kirishima Genshu,
Shibitacho, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Junkichi Enatsu, the second president who was dedicated to modernizing the production of sweet potato Shochu, established the Shibita Factory in this area blessed with the pristine underground water "Kirishima Rekka-sui". Surrounded by abundant nature, this land became the birthplace of a blissful drink, where innovation in Shochuproduction by Kirishima Shuzo flourished.
Opulent Packaging
To capture the rich, full-bodied flavor of Kuro Kirishima’s Genshu, the label and packaging are adorned with an opulent, deep green hue. The label showcases the Shibita Factory, a symbol of both tradition and innovation, alongside the inscription “Kirishima Shibita Distillery Raw Spirits” in English, written by Junkichi Enatsu, who poured his passion into the Shibita Factory’s creation. Presented in a sturdy box and embossed with the word "Genshu" in Kanji (Chinese characters), this makes for an ideal gift or souvenir.
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Shibitakojo Kuro Kirishima Genshu
(700ml)
Suggested retail price
1,898 yen (excluding tax)
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