Volume：720ml
ABV：25%

As the weather turns chilly, nothing comforts the soul quite like a steaming cup of warm spirit. "Makurazaki," crafted by Kagoshima’s historic Satsuma Shuzo, triumphantly defeated 203 competitors to clinch the prestigious "Grand Gold Medal" at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition (TWSC). Its world-class quality is undeniable, and it stands as the ultimate expression for Oyuwari (mixing with hot water) to ward off the winter cold.

Makurazaki boasts a naturally high sweet potato sugar profile, delivering a remarkably rounded mouthfeel and a rich, honeyed aftertaste. When blended with hot water at the traditional 6:4 ratio, the rising steam fills the room with a comforting aroma. A gentle, velvety sweetness glides down the throat, warming the chest instantly and leaving a tender, lychee-like finish that lingers beautifully—making it the perfect winter companion for sharing with friends.

The secret to its profound flavor lies in an unyielding dedication to ancient methods. Makurazaki is fermented exclusively in traditional earthenware pots called Kametsubo. Over decades of continuous use, these porous clay vessels absorb and nurture indigenous micro-flora known as Kuratsuki (brewery-conditioned) yeast, which refines and rounds out the spirit. The 99 legendary Kametsubo pots used for Makurazaki have been in active service since the Meiji Era—boasting over a century of heritage. Their ancient brewing power is truly unparalleled.