Honkaku Shochu Japan’s Spirits Tasting Event in NYC

We are excited to host a seminar and tasting event for honkaku shochu and awamori, Japanese distilled spirits with over 500 years of history.

Eleven brewers from Japan will be there, offering tastings of over 30 different brands at their booths.

You will get to try a wide range of Shochu flavors all in one place.

Plus, the U.S. bartenders will hold seminars and talk shows to share the fun and enjoyment of Shochu.

Do not miss out ーcome join us!

① Nishiyoshida Brewery

② Yatsushika Sake Brewery Co., Ltd

③ iichiko USA, Inc.

④ Okuchi Shuzo Co., Ltd

⑤ Komasa Jyozo

⑥ Satsuma Shuzo

⑦ Ochiai Sake Brewery Co.,Ltd.

⑧ Kyoya Distiller

⑨ Watanabe Distillery Co.,Ltd.

⑩ Kuroki Honten Co. Ltd. / Osuzuyama Distillery

We look forward to welcoming you to this special event!

Sunday, January 26th, 2:00pm ～ 5:00pm

2:00～（30） Door Open

2:30～（10） Opening

2:40～（40） Shochu Seminar

3:20～（90） Tasting Experience

4:50～（10） Lottert～Closing

Honkaku Shochu and Awamori Seminar & Tasting Events 2025will be held in NYC for FREE!

Sunday, January 26th, 20252:00-5:00pm For General Consumers

Astor Wines and Spirits(De Vinne Press Building)

399 Lafayette St.(at East 4th St.) New York, NY 10003

This is an exceptional opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from experts in Japanese bar and restaurant culture.
◆Guest : Julia Momose
The acclaimed mixologist behind Bar Kumiko in Chicago (Michelin Star), will introduce how to enjoy shochu at home for general consumers.
◆MC : Christian Suzuki (Suzu),
Drink Master and Netflix star, raised in the family of a third-generation izakaya owner in Asakusa, Tokyo.
■Tasting Experience
・Sample over 30 premium Shochu selections from 11 distinguished Japanese distillers.

・Explore the rich diversity of Shochu flavors made from Sweet Potato, Rice, Barley, and more.

・Learn about the differences between White vs. Black Koji(Malted rice), Joatsu(atmosphericdistillation) vs. Genatsu(vacuum distillation), and how Pot vs. Still distillation methods influence taste.

・Compare varieties and engage with experts to deepen your understanding of this unique spirit.

・Taste matching foods with shochu!

Participation free but registered guests only. Up to 100.As soon as the capacity is reached, the application will be closed.

Host or Publisher The Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association