CHOYA Extra Shiso
The CHOYA Extra Shiso is a premium Japanese umeshu (plum liqueur) matured with red perilla (shiso) herb for a distinctive herbal twist. Crafted from 100% Japanese Kishu Nanko ume fruit, sugar and cane spirit, then infused with shiso, it is aged for over 2 years to develop depth, balance and a refined sweetness. Bottled at 17% ABV in a 700ml format, it is a popular choice for umeshu lovers in Japan, Malaysia and across Asia.
In the glass, The CHOYA Extra Shiso shows a soft pink to ruby red hue, coming from the red perilla herb. On the palate, it offers milder sweetness with an exotic herbal aroma of shiso, layered with the natural tartness of ume fruit. The texture is smooth and slightly rich, with a delectable, rounded plum flavour and a fresh herbal, gently bitter finish that sets it apart from classic umeshu.
Shiso (perilla leaves) is a traditional Japanese herb from the mint family, often noted in Japanese sources for its refreshing aroma and its use in cuisine and wellness-oriented products. Some marketing materials highlight potential benefits such as supporting general wellbeing, but these are traditional associations rather than medical claims, and this product should be enjoyed as an alcoholic beverage, not as a health supplement.
The CHOYA Extra Shiso can be enjoyed in many serving styles: chilled, on the rocks, with soda, with hot water or in cocktails. It is also commonly served before meals as an aperitif or lightly chilled after meals as a dessert-style drink.
Q: What is The CHOYA Extra Shiso?
A: The CHOYA Extra Shiso is a matured Japanese umeshu (plum liqueur) made from Kishu Nanko ume and infused with red shiso (perilla) herb. Aged for more than 2 years and bottled at 17% ABV, it offers a mild sweetness, tart plum notes and a distinctive herbal finish.
Q: How does The CHOYA Extra Shiso taste?
A: It has milder sweetness than some other umeshu, with an exotic herbal aroma from shiso, tart ume fruit, smooth texture and a fresh, herbaceous, slightly bitter finish, giving a rich yet refreshing profile.
Q: What is the alcohol content of The CHOYA Extra Shiso?
A: The CHOYA Extra Shiso is typically bottled at 17% ABV in a 700ml bottle.
Q: How do you serve The CHOYA Extra Shiso?
A: Common serving styles include straight chilled, on the rocks, with soda, with hot water or in cocktails. It is often enjoyed before meals as an aperitif or after meals as a dessert-style drink by adults of legal drinking age.
Q: Does shiso (perilla) in The CHOYA Extra Shiso have health benefits?
A: Shiso is a traditional Japanese herb often associated in local culture with general wellness uses, but The CHOYA Extra Shiso is an alcoholic liqueur, not a health product. Any potential benefits come from traditional usage of the herb, and it should be consumed responsibly as an alcoholic drink.
