Masahiro Okinawa 750 ml

Masahiro is an awamori, Okinawa's traditional distilled rice spirit, made using Thai indica rice and black koji rather than the japonica rice and typical koji used in mainland Japanese shochu. Masahiro is one of Okinawa's respected awamori producers. Expect a nose of rice and light tropical fruit, a palate that's smooth with a distinct funky, savory rice character and mild sweetness, and a clean finish. It's built for drinkers curious about Japan's southern island spirit tradition rather than a Western-style gin, despite occasional mislabeling.

How to drink Masahiro Awamori

Try it the traditional Okinawan way: on the rocks with a little water, sipped slowly alongside food.

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