iichiko Shochu Silhouette (72cl, 25%)

iichiko Silhouette is a honkaku barley shochu from Sanwa Shurui in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu, in a 720ml bottle. It is single-distilled and unaged, made from two-row barley and white barley koji with natural spring water. Low-pressure distillation runs cooler and gives the light, clean, near-neutral character the brand is known for. It is the flagship expression of iichiko, a brand that debuted in 1979. The nose is delicate, with floral and berry notes, a touch of citrus and light barley. The palate is soft and silky, with confectionery and malt tones, a nutty note and hints of pear and green apple. The finish is clean and faintly floral, with mild warmth.