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Yokka Koji Awamori - Ginza Berlin

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Chuko Shuzo

Yokka Koji Awamori

Special price €39,99

Liter price€55,54 per l

incl. VAT.

plus shipping (will be charged at checkout)

Volume: 7.2 / Alcohol: 43%

Delivery time: 2-4 working days

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The Yokka Koji Awamori from Chuko Shuzo in Okinawa is an exceptional premium awamori that stands out for its particularly elaborate production process. While koji production for conventional awamori takes about two days, Chuko Shuzo dedicates a full four days to this step. This extended fermentation allows the black koji to penetrate particularly deeply into the rice grains, resulting in exceptionally intense aromas. The Yokka Koji Awamori is remarkably aromatic and features elegant, fruity notes. On the palate, it is smooth, full-bodied, and features a pleasant, natural sweetness that makes its robust 43% ABV seem surprisingly harmonious. A complex awamori that delights both when enjoyed neat and as a premium base for sophisticated cocktails.

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The name “Yokka Koji” translates to “Four-Day Koji” and refers to the unique koji production process used for this awamori. In addition, the historical technique of the shi-jiru soaking method is employed. In this method, the rice is soaked in a liquid before steaming, allowing lactic acid bacteria, among other microorganisms, to multiply. These bacteria alter the environment of the soaking water and thereby influence the subsequent processing of the rice. The technique was once a standard part of traditional awamori production but largely disappeared from distilleries as production became more modernized. Chuko Shuzo has revived and studied this technique to further unlock the aromatic potential of awamori.
With Yokka Koji, Chuko Shuzo thus combines two extraordinary production techniques to create a unique awamori. Its intense, pear-like aroma, pronounced sweetness, and surprisingly smooth mouthfeel make it an elegant drinking experience despite its 43% ABV. It is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks. At the same time, its concentrated aromatics offer exciting possibilities for modern cocktails.
Shochu / Awamori
Japanese spirit
Net volume: 720 ml
Alc.: 30% vol
Sale restricted to adults only
Importer: Ginza Berlin GmbH, Pfalzburger Straße 20, 10719 Berlin

About the manufacturer

Founded in 1949, the Chuko Shuzo distillery is based in Tomigusuku in the southern part of the Japanese island of Okinawa. Since its founding, it has been dedicated to producing high-quality awamori. In doing so, Chuko Shuzo follows a clear philosophy: to preserve the centuries-old culture of awamori while simultaneously advancing it through research, innovation, and artisanal craftsmanship. Particularly noteworthy is the distillery’s intensive focus on traditional production methods. Chuko Shuzo researches historical fermentation techniques and combines time-honored knowledge with modern scientific insights. The company’s scientific expertise has been recognized on multiple occasions. In 2006, an employee of an awamori producer earned a Ph.D. in brewing sciences—a first for the industry. In addition, Chuko Shuzo received a technical award from the Japan Brewers Association for its research and development work.
Another distinctive feature is the production of its own ceramic vessels for aging awamori. Chuko Shuzo was among the pioneers of this practice in Okinawa. With the opening of “Kuusu no Mori Chuko-gura” in 2011, the distillery created a space entirely dedicated to the traditional storage and aging of awamori.