{"title":"Umeshu","description":"\u003cp\u003eUmeshu, often referred to as Japanese plum wine, is actually a unique and delicious traditional Japanese liqueur produced by steeping green ume plums in Shochu and sweetening with sugar. The result is a fresh, fruity, sweet and tangy liqueur that is mouth-watering, sweet and very more-ish. Like Sake, Umeshu can come in various styles, including Nigori (cloudy and unfiltered), Genshu (undiluted, meaning no water added), Sparkling and Koshu (aged).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome Umeshus will also be mixed with other fruits, such as apples, pears and yuzu, for added flavour and complexity. Umeshu can be aged for long periods of time and some even say they will get better with age; there is no expiration date for a bottle of Umeshu. As for the best serve? We say chilled with ice as an aperitif or cut with a dash of tonic for a refreshing long drink. Fun fact, the ume plums used to make Umeshu are quite bitter and are poisonous if eaten raw, but once fermented they become safe to eat (and delicious) for an added bonus treat!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mii-no-umeshu","title":"Mii No Umeshu","description":"Umeshu is a unique Japanese liqueur, made by stewing ume plums in sugar and alcohol over the course of a year. This particular release comes from Mii no Kotobuki – formerly known as Inoue Gomei – a Japanese brewery founded in 1922. 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It offers a complex interplay of sweet and tart flavours against a high-quality sake base.","brand":"Hedonism Wines","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412309922122,"sku":"HED10586","price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED10586.jpg?v=1781891485"},{"product_id":"choya-extra-years-umeshu-liqueur","title":"Choya Extra Years Umeshu Liqueur","description":"Choya Extra Years Umeshu is a traditional Japanese liqueur made from Nanko plums. This release is aged for a minimum of two to three years, allowing the acidity of the fruit to integrate fully with the sweetness of the spirit. It offers a profile of intense stone fruit, marzipan and honey, with a thick and unctuous texture. The extended ageing process results in a more mellow and complex flavour compared to younger Umeshu. It is a classic and reliable expression of the category, designed to be enjoyed over ice or as a base for premium cocktails.","brand":"Hedonism Wines","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412618629450,"sku":"HED49107","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED49107.jpg?v=1781892613"},{"product_id":"gekkeikan-kanjyuku-umeshu","title":"Gekkeikan Kanjyuku Umeshu","description":"The Gekkeikan Kanjyuku Umeshu is a plum liqueur (umeshu) made exclusively from fully ripe Nanko ume plums from Wakayama Prefecture. This Genshu (undiluted) expression is bottled at a high 19% ABV. The liqueur is intensely fruity, featuring a very sweet, mouth-coating flavour with notes of marzipan and almond, making it highly versatile whether chilled, on the rocks, or drizzled over dessert.","brand":"Hedonism Wines","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62413213565258,"sku":"HED64759","price":19.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED64759.jpg?v=1781895976"},{"product_id":"mii-no-umeshu-180cl","title":"Mii No Umeshu 180cl","description":"A beautifully complex Japanese plum sake which balances ripe fruit character with sweetness and bracing acidity.","brand":"Hedonism Wines","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62414094565706,"sku":"HED78323","price":92.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED78323.jpg?v=1781899090"},{"product_id":"the-choya-from-the-barrel-2014","title":"The Choya from the Barrel 2014","description":"The Choya from the Barrel 2014 is a Japanese plum liqueur from Osaka. This 2014 release is crafted using Nanko ume plums and has undergone an extensive maturation process, including time spent in French oak barrels. The wood ageing adds a sophisticated layer of vanilla, smoke and tannin to the natural tartness of the fruit. The palate is rich and concentrated, showing notes of almond, honey and dried plums with a long, complex finish. It is a premium expression of Umeshu that bridges the gap between traditional fruit liqueurs and aged spirits, offering a depth rarely seen in the category.","brand":"Hedonism Wines","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62414101381450,"sku":"HED49105","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED49105.jpg?v=1781899101"},{"product_id":"the-choya-aged-3-years","title":"The Choya Aged 3 Years","description":"The Choya Aged 3 Years is a premium Japanese Umeshu liqueur from Osaka. It is produced using 100% Nanko plums from the Kishu region and is aged for three years in stainless steel tanks to achieve maximum fruit extraction and aromatic depth. This maturation period results in a profile of rich plum, almond and a balanced acidity that prevents the liqueur from being cloying. The palate is smooth and concentrated, showing a deep amber colour and a long, fruity finish.","brand":"Hedonism Wines","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62414121664842,"sku":"HED49108","price":57.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED49108.jpg?v=1781899132"},{"product_id":"urakasumi-umeshu","title":"Urakasumi Umeshu","description":"This Junmai-style Umeshu has a beautiful colour of pink gold or rose. Intense aroma of plum skin, amaretto and cranberry. Moderate refreshing tartness and gentle sweetness go along with almond and cinnamon notes.","brand":"Urakasumi","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62415696331082,"sku":"HED7723","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED7723.jpg?v=1781902965"},{"product_id":"kyoto-umeshu-nv","title":"Kyoto Umeshu","description":"Kyoto Umeshu is produced by Shoutoku Sake Brewery, which has been in business for over 300 years. Kyoto Umeshu is a relatively light plum wine, made with premium Junmai sake without any additives. Bottled at 10% ABV, it has a lovely sweet and tart profile, with notes of plums, lime and spices.","brand":"Shoutoku","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62415900148042,"sku":"HED46507","price":54.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED46507.jpg?v=1785280040"},{"product_id":"prucia-plum-liqueur","title":"Prucia Plum Liqueur","description":"Produced in France, Prucia is an umeshu-style liqueur made with macerated Japanese Ume plums before being aged in ex-brandy casks.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBalancing a juicy, fruit sweetness with a wonderful zesty acidity, Prucia is wonderful added to Champagne or sparkling wine or simply served neat with a few cubes of ice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prucia","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62415908864330,"sku":"HED8020","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED8020.jpg?v=1781903895"},{"product_id":"koto-umeshu","title":"Koto Umeshu","description":null,"brand":"Hedonism Wines","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62416723706186,"sku":"HED66345","price":43.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED66345.jpg?v=1781905457"},{"product_id":"torotoro-no-umeshu","title":"Torotoro No Umeshu","description":"Torotoro No Umeshu is a premium unfiltered plum wine produced by Yagi Sake Brewers in the Nara prefecture of Japan. 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