Motoko Honkaku Rice Shochu 750ml
$46.99
- SKU:
- 142670
- Last Updated:
- 05/29/2026 10:18:42
- Varietal:
- CORDIALS
- Origin Classes:
- CORDIALS
- RR_BOPIS_Shipment:
- true
- RR_BOPIS_InStorePickup:
- true
- RR_BOPIS_CurbsidePickup:
- true
- Bacchus Price:
- 46.99
- Bacchus Product:
- False
Discover the profound depth of traditional Japanese craftsmanship with Motoko Honkaku Rice Shochu. Crafted by the historic Furusawa Distillery in the Miyazaki Prefecture, this ultra-premium, 100% rice spirit is named in honor of the master distiller's grandmother.
Unlike mass-produced spirits, Motoko is made entirely by hand using white koji and distilled exactly once in a traditional atmospheric pot still. This single-distillation technique preserves the raw, rich aromas of the long-grain rice. It is then patiently aged for more than 9 years in a combination of ceramic clay pots and enamel tanks. The micro-oxidation from the ceramic pots yields an incredibly smooth, deeply layered, and umami-rich spirit that beautifully bridges the gap between premium sake and fine spirits.
Why You’ll Love It
- True Honkaku Quality: Certified as Honkaku (authentic) shochu, meaning it is single-distilled with zero additives or artificial sugars.
- 9+ Years of Patience: A rare, heavily aged expression that softens the alcohol bites while multiplying savory flavor complexities.
- Exceptional Food Pairing: Deployed beautifully at dinner, cutting through rich foods and complementing everything from gyoza and duck hot pot to salty seafood pasta.
- Clean & Crisp: Delivers an approachable 35% ABV (70 Proof) that carries a medium body and crisp minerality without feeling heavy.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Earthy and expressive with initial hints of white flower, tropical fruits, licorice root, and fresh rain.
- Palate: Complex and round. Expect unique notes of strawberry, tea leaves, and bright shishito pepper balanced by a clean, saline minerality.
- Finish: Long, velvety, and deeply savory with a lingering wave of rich umami.
Serving Instructions
Motoko's versatility allows for multiple traditional serving styles:
- On the Rocks (Rokku): Pour over clear ice to let the fruit notes and crisp minerality shine as it chills.
- With Hot Water (Oyuwari): Mix with warm water (60:40 shochu to water ratio) to instantly release the comforting, sweet aromas of steamed rice.
- Shochu Highball: Top with sparkling soda water and a squeeze of fresh lime for a refreshing, low-calorie dinner drink.
