Umeshu, Plum Wine, Japanese liqueur
- We carry many varieties of umeshu made from various types of sake, such as refined sake, distilled spirit, and sweet cooking rice wine.
- The citric acid contained in umeshu makes energy metabolism more active, resulting in recovery from fatigue.
- In addition to umeshu, we also carry many types of fruit liqueur.
Umeshu, which is a representative liqueur of Japan, is made from steeping ume fruits (Japanese plum) in alcohol and sugar. The components are extracted through maturation lasting several months to several years. As it can be made easily, even at home, many people are fond of it. This liqueur combines medicinal effects with alcohol content.
What is ume?
Ume is a tree from the rose family originating in China. It is said that the earliest written mention of ume was of "salted ume" in a Chinese commercial document from around 2000 BCE. Ume was brought to Japan from its origin, the Yangtze region of China, during the Yayoi period. During the Edo period, ume was cultivated by each farmer, in order for "ume" to be used as a preserved food or household medicine. Apparently, ume was processed and preserved as "umeboshi" (pickled plum) and "umeshu" (plum wine) before being eaten, because the cultivated "ume" could not be eaten as is.
Types of ume in umeshu
Nankoubai: | This is the top brand of ume and is a type that represents Wakayama Prefecture, which boasts the highest amount of ume production in Japan. Its characteristics are extremely large fruit, smaller seeds, and thick and tender fruit. |
Kojirou: | Kojirou germinate and bloom later than other types, but they have the characteristics of early harvest seasons, vigorous and sturdy trees, strong resistance to disease, and very beautiful fruit. |
Shirakaga: | This is an excellent variety that has been cherished since long ago, due to the ability to enjoy its flowers and fruit. They are between 25 - 30g and have small seeds and thick fruit. |
Umeshu carried
Choya, Suntory, Mercian, Hombo umeshu, Nakano BC, nakano shuzou, Kaga umeshu, Oyama Dream Studio (hibikinosato), Nakata Food , etc.
Fruits liqueur
Flavor
Strawberry, Mandarin orange, Apple, Peach, Grape, Pear, Banana, Mango, Citron, Ruffle,etc
Carried
Suntory, Mercian, Hombo umeshu, Nakano BC, Kunimori, Okunomatsu, kikusui, Stella, Yatagarasu, Oimatsu, yatsushika
Many others are also carried
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Other Brands Available
COMPANY
Founded in 1855, we collect alcohol and related goods from throughout Japan and deliver them to department stores, supermarkets, convenience stores, liquor stores, bars and restaurants both in Japan and abroad.
Our annual turnover is roughly ¥27.3 billion.
Our company philosophy is:
"We aim to be the preachers who share the deliciousness, fun, and wonder of alcohol with the world, creating a new culture around alcohol."
"With carefully chosen products, we will enrich peoples' lives and contribute to the local community."
"While remaining grateful and respecting tradition, we will always continue to change with the times."
Starting in the retail of sake in the castle town of Nagoya Castle in 1855, we are now a wholesale trading company for all types of alcohol and food, that has been in business for over 160 years.
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