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Shochu has been made -and enjoyed - in Japan for hundreds of years. So what happens when you take centuries of tradition, add in some Australian ingredients and make it from start to finish in a small distillery in Victoria's High Country? You get a spirit that's familiar, but with a distinctly Australian flavour. Many Australians are still discovering Shochu. While it's the most consumed alcoholic beverage in Japan, less than 1% of the Shochu made there ever leaves the count

Wondering if you'll like shochu? Find the perfect style based on your favourite drink, whether it's whisky, gin, vodka or wine. "I want to try shochu... but where do I start?" And answer is easier than you think: don't start by trying to learn everything there is to know about shochu. Start with what you already enjoy drinking!

Learn the difference between soju, shochu, sake, umeshu and yuzushu in this beginner-friendly guide to Asian drinks. We break down how they’re made, how they taste, and which one to try first if you’re curious about Japanese spirits, Korean soju, or bright citrus liqueurs.