Sakura Ichiban Ryukyu Awamori 5 Years (72cl, 25%)

Sakura Ichiban is a Ryukyu awamori from Yamakawa Shuzo in Okinawa, aged for five years. It is made using atmospheric distillation and kuro (black) koji, then stored in stainless steel tanks for at least five years before bottling at 25% ABV. Named after the Sakura Viewing Festival held in Yaedake, it won first prize at the 2018 Fall National Liquor Contest. The palate is softer and milder, with subtle flavours. It can be enjoyed on the rocks or with sparkling water.