Choya Kokuto Umeshu is a premium Japanese plum liqueur crafted with ripe Nank ume plums from the Kishu region, Okinawan black sugar (kokuto), and a touch of dark rum. This unique blend creates a rich, full-bodied umeshu with remarkable depth and complexity, while still preserving the refreshing fruitiness of traditional Japanese plum wine. Bottled at 14% ABV, it delivers a smooth drinking experience that balances natural sweetness with layered flavors, making it ideal for sipping neat, over ice, or as a creative cocktail base.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Inviting aromas of ripe ume fruit, molasses, caramelized sugar, and hints of dark rum spice.

• Palate: Smooth and mellow with notes of sweet plums, rich black sugar, dried fruits, and subtle oak-rum depth. The sweetness is well-balanced, offering both fruit brightness and earthy richness.

• Finish: Lingering and full-bodied with a warm, rounded sweetness of plum and kokuto sugar, leaving behind a gentle richness that encourages another sip.