Saito Aged Shochu

SAITO Aged Shochu is a Japanese rice shochu from Kyoto, matured for five years in tank followed by one year in oak and brandy barrels. Bottled at 25% ABV, it is the aged expression in the Saito range, bringing together rice character with vanilla- and oak-led aromas from its extended maturation.

This expression is made from rice and undergoes a stated six-year maturation sequence: five years of storage in tank, then one year using oak and brandy barrels. Saito is associated with Kyoto, and the exact Malaysia-market bottle is listed at 25% ABV in a 72cl format. The barrel stage is credited with its rich character and vanilla aroma.

Yellow in colour, SAITO Aged Shochu opens with aromas of rice, vanilla and oak. The palate is sweet, while the finish is described on the Malaysia product listing as long, dry and lightly bitter. This contrast of soft sweetness, wood-led aroma and dry length gives the expression a distinctive aged-shochu profile.

Serve SAITO Aged Shochu chilled, neat, over ice or lengthened with soda. Its aged, rice-led profile is a suitable match for fried foods and dishes with assertive flavours, making it a versatile choice for a relaxed meal or an after-work pour.

Product Highlights

• Japanese rice shochu from Kyoto
• Five years in tank followed by one year in oak and brandy barrels
• 25% ABV Malaysia-market 72cl bottle
• Rice, vanilla and oak aroma profile

Product Information

• Brand: Saito
• Type: Shochu
• Country: Japan
• Region: Kyoto
• Age: 6 Years
• Alcohol: 25%
• Volume: 72cl

Why choose Saito Aged Shochu?

SAITO Aged Shochu combines Japanese rice shochu with a six-year maturation sequence of five years in tank and one year in oak and brandy barrels, giving it vanilla- and oak-led aroma alongside rice character.

Who is Saito Aged Shochu best for?

SAITO Aged Shochu is suited to drinkers seeking an aged Japanese rice shochu with a sweet palate and a dry, lightly bitter finish.

What is Saito Aged Shochu?

SAITO Aged Shochu is a 25% ABV Japanese rice shochu from Kyoto. It is stored for five years in tank and then for one year in oak and brandy barrels. The result is a yellow-coloured aged shochu with rice, vanilla and oak aromas and a sweet palate.

What does Saito Aged Shochu taste like?

Saito Aged Shochu offers rice, vanilla and oak aromas, A sweet palate and Long, dry and lightly bitter on the finish.

How should Saito Aged Shochu be served?

SAITO Aged Shochu can be served chilled at 5–10°C, neat, on the rocks or with soda, and is recommended with fried foods or strongly flavoured dishes.