{"product_id":"st-george-spirits-california-shochu","title":"St. George Spirits California Shochu","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-pane active hidden-print\" id=\"about-product\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-react-props='{\"first\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eElegant and intense, with nuances of oak and cigar. Uniquely smooth with a concentrated flavor, with layers of coconut and fragrant barley. Sweetness becomes more pronounced when mixed with water, with various aromas that blend into a pleasant yet complex flavor. Mixing with hot water adds more body to a bouquet of various flavors.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\",\"second\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eElegant and intense, with nuances of oak and cigar. Uniquely smooth with a concentrated flavor, with layers of coconut and fragrant barley. Sweetness becomes more pronounced when mixed with water, with various aromas that blend into a pleasant yet complex flavor. Mixing with hot water adds more body to a bouquet of various flavors.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\"}' data-react-class=\"BuyerApp.Components.ToggleText\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1.0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-pane active hidden-print\" id=\"about-product\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-react-props='{\"first\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eA classic rice shochu from Kuroki Honten distillery, Yamasemi is named after Kingfisher birds often spotted along the mountain streams around the distillery. Fermentation is done using a proprietary in-house yeast and natural spring water, and with rice grown on the distillery’s own rice fields.  Aged in traditional kame clay aging pots to create a mellow, smooth and buttery spirit, mildly savory and smoky. Excellent served over ice or with a splash of water, reminiscent of fine sake.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\",\"second\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eA classic rice shochu from Kuroki Honten distillery, Yamasemi is named after Kingfisher birds often spotted along the mountain streams around the distillery. Fermentation is done using a proprietary in-house yeast and natural spring water, and with rice grown on the distillery’s own rice fields.  Aged in traditional kame clay aging pots to create a mellow, smooth and buttery spirit, mildly savory and smoky. Excellent served over ice or with a splash of water, reminiscent of fine sake.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\"}' data-react-class=\"BuyerApp.Components.ToggleText\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1.0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-pane active hidden-print\" id=\"about-product\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-react-props='{\"first\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eTasting Notes : Bright, citrusy, delicate, delicious. A blend of sake-like aromas and lemongrass on the nose. Silky mouthfeel. Hints of meyer lemon and a light sweetness that brings to mind rice pudding.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\",\"second\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eTasting Notes : Bright, citrusy, delicate, delicious. A blend of sake-like aromas and lemongrass on the nose. Silky mouthfeel. Hints of meyer lemon and a light sweetness that brings to mind rice pudding.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\"}' data-react-class=\"BuyerApp.Components.ToggleText\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1.0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-pane active hidden-print\" id=\"about-product\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-react-props='{\"first\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eDelicate, earthy, lively, delicious. Floral, sake-like aroma with notes of banana bread and fresh grains. Buttery texture. Drinks like a young whisky with hints of ripe melon and vanilla custard.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\",\"second\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eDelicate, earthy, lively, delicious. Floral, sake-like aroma with notes of banana bread and fresh grains. Buttery texture. Drinks like a young whisky with hints of ripe melon and vanilla custard.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\"}' data-react-class=\"BuyerApp.Components.ToggleText\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1.0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-pane active hidden-print\" id=\"about-product\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-react-props='{\"first\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eThis single-distilled, one of a kind shochu is made from ginger local to Japan’s Miyazaki prefecture. Named after the distillery’s founder, Rihei Ochiai, this 4th generation, family run distillery honors the traditions of their 100-year-old past while taking on a modern twist for the 21st century. Rihei Ginger was born after local farmers came to the distillery requesting he craft a new shochu made from their amazing quality ginger after Rihei had made a reputation for themselves using less common ingredients for their shochu.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\",\"second\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eThis single-distilled, one of a kind shochu is made from ginger local to Japan’s Miyazaki prefecture. Named after the distillery’s founder, Rihei Ochiai, this 4th generation, family run distillery honors the traditions of their 100-year-old past while taking on a modern twist for the 21st century. Rihei Ginger was born after local farmers came to the distillery requesting he craft a new shochu made from their amazing quality ginger after Rihei had made a reputation for themselves using less common ingredients for their shochu.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\"}' data-react-class=\"BuyerApp.Components.ToggleText\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1.0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-pane active hidden-print\" id=\"about-product\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-react-props='{\"first\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eOn the nose, you’ll find cashew, pistachio, sweet mushrooms, and finally, dried cocoa. That sense of cocoa further develops on the palate as bittersweet chocolate.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\",\"second\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eOn the nose, you’ll find cashew, pistachio, sweet mushrooms, and finally, dried cocoa. That sense of cocoa further develops on the palate as bittersweet chocolate.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\"}' data-react-class=\"BuyerApp.Components.ToggleText\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".1.0\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, you’ll find cashew, pistachio, sweet mushrooms, and finally, dried cocoa. That sense of cocoa further develops on the palate as bittersweet chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ca data-reactid=\".1.1\" href=\"https:\/\/buyer.sevenfifty.com\/p\/RINV8?version=1970619#\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince St. George Spirits was founded in 1982, we’ve grown from a dedicated eau de vie distillery into a diverse operation that makes a range of craft spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThen: a bare-bones production facility with tasting tables jerry-rigged on sawhorses.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow: a 65,000-square-foot hangar with a spectacular tasting room, laboratory, and a lineup of the most beautiful copper stills in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThen: a one-man operation.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow: a diverse team of individuals passionate about artisan spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s a lot to be proud of. But it didn’t happen overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe’ve grown slowly over the last 37 years, hiring one person at a time, adding one copper still at a time. We don’t have a marketing team or a big advertising budget. What we do have are passion, ideas, and access to superlative raw materials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe craft distillation movement has grown with us over the years, and we’ve been joined by hundreds of new distilleries across the country. As the landscape has changed, there’s been a lot of talk about established spirits brands vs. newcomers. Big brands vs. small brands.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way we see it, it’s not that small or big is better. It’s not that new or old is better. Better is better.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd with that in mind, we have dedicated ourselves to making the best spirits we can.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe’re passionate about distillation in all its forms, but we don’t release a spirit unless we feel we have something new and valid to contribute to the conversation. We want to be able to pick our spirits out of a lineup on smell and taste alone because they’re exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe pledge to craft quintessential spirits to delight hedonists and genius bartenders alike—and when you taste our spirits, we hope that the character and quality of what’s in your glass will convey to you what we’re all about.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\" id=\"pricesSizing\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel panel-default\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-pane hidden-print active\" id=\"about-producer\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-react-props='{\"first\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eUntil this sake came along in the 1960’s, all sake had distilled alcohol added to it due to rice shortages and war rationing. After the war, Chiyonosono crafted the first junmai sake (brewed without distilled alcohol nor addittves of any kind) and celebrated by sharing it from a large, red lacquered sake cup called a Shuhai. The brewers made a promise to one another to keep up their efforts each year to make high-quality sake from rice alone.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\",\"second\":\"\\u003cp\\u003eUntil this sake came along in the 1960’s, all sake had distilled alcohol added to it due to rice shortages and war rationing. After the war, Chiyonosono crafted the first junmai sake (brewed without distilled alcohol nor addittves of any kind) and celebrated by sharing it from a large, red lacquered sake cup called a Shuhai. The brewers made a promise to one another to keep up their efforts each year to make high-quality sake from rice alone.\\u003c\/p\\u003e\"}' data-react-class=\"BuyerApp.Components.ToggleText\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".2\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-reactid=\".2.0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ca data-reactid=\".2.1\" href=\"https:\/\/buyer.sevenfifty.com\/p\/0KC1S?version=1298820#\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"St. George","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42903964909639,"sku":"SK 027724737500","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/0640\/2375\/files\/st-george-spirits-califonia-shochu.jpg?v=1782414397","url":"https:\/\/bourbonnest.com\/products\/st-george-spirits-california-shochu","provider":"Bourbon Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}