Kawagoe Potato (Imo) Shochu: Earthy, Smooth and Regionally Distinct

Kawagoe Potato Shochu is a traditional Japanese sweet‑potato spirit produced by Kawagoe Shuzo in Miyazaki Prefecture, crafted using locally grown Kogane Sengan potatoes and native rice koji. Distilled in small clay pot stills, this 25% ABV shochu is celebrated for its purity and expressive terroir.

On the nose it delivers inviting aromas of baked sweet potato, toasted rice and gentle earthiness—with a faint herbal sweetness reminiscent of its clay‑pot heritage. The palate is mellow yet rich, highlighting creamy sweet‑potato flavors balanced by soft umami, mild nuttiness, and subtle minerals from the clay distillation. A clean rice note adds complexity and depth. The finish is smooth, comforting and harmonious, with gently lingering potato sweetness, light herb-infused warmth and a soft earthy echo.

At 25% ABV, Kawagoe Imo Shochu is best enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or lightly diluted with water (mizuwari) to open its fuller aromatics and flavor. It's an ideal companion to dishes like grilled sweet potato, yakitori, roasted vegetables or creamy cheese.

Whether you're enjoying a cozy gathering in Abu Dhabi’s Al Mushrif or unwinding at a modern izakaya-style night on Dubai Marina, Kawagoe Imo Shochu brings rustic Japanese warmth, refined simplicity and terroir-driven character. With CityDrinks, the UAE’s leading spirits platform, this classic shochu can be delivered chilled to your door within two hours.