FAQ

Shochu, pronounced ’show-chew’, is an ancient Japanese distilled spirit.

Over 400 years old, it is characterized by its transparent color, clean aroma, and a pure taste. Considered to be the very essense of spirits, it is one of the most popular distilled spirits in the world.

Top 10 things to know about Haamonii Smooth ultra premium shochu (soju):

1. Haamonii Smooth is the name of our shochu. Shochu is an ancient Japanese distilled spirit (similar to vodka). Shochu is also known as soju.
2. Haamonii is ultra premium shochu.
3. Haamonii is the world’s smoothest shochu.
4. Haamonii has 6 international medals for taste (including a GOLD medal by the judges that rated Grey Goose the world’s best vodka)
5. Haamonii is made from a blend of premium grains including wheat and barley.
6. Haamonii is enjoyed just like vodka in your favorite cocktail. Traditionally it is sipped on ice.
7. Haamonii is 100% all natural.
8. Haamonii means harmony in Japanese.
9. Remember to pour for others and not self (an ancient Japanese tradition to ensure so that you’ll never drink alone).
10: Haamonii is made to be shared.

What is Japanese shochu?

Shochu is an ancient Japanese distilled spirit over 400 years old. Shochu is one of the most popular distilled spirits in the world. Shochu has surpassed sake consumption in Japan for the first time in history.

What can shochu be made of?

Shochu can be made from grain, barley, sweet potato, and/or buckwheat. Haamonii Smooth shochu is made from premium grains.

Shochu is not vodka?

Shochu and vodka have similarities in that they are both distilled spirits. Shochu is different from vodka in that shochu contains half the alcohol of hard liquor like vodka for a balanced drinking experience.

Shochu is not sake?

Sake is brewed like beer. Shochu is distilled like vodka. Sake contains 12-15% alcohol while shochu contains 22% alcohol. Both originate from Japan and are clear in their essential form.

Shochu is not soju?

In general, Soju is from Korea, shochu is from Japan. Both are similar, but separated by quality and taste. Haamonii Smooth is ultra premium shochu. More recently however the term shochu and soju have been used interchangeably.

Is shochu healthy?

Yes. Shochu has an enzyme that dissolves blood clots - 2X wine, 80% more than sake. Shochu only has 35 calories in a 2 oz. serving and is known to be hangover-free. Shochu is versatile enough to be paired with any foods and is a drink for any time.

Can I really enjoy shochu without a headache and hangover?

Yes. Due to its exceptional purity, Haamonii Smooth ultra premium shochu does not cause headaches or hangovers.

What is Haamonii Smooth?

Haamonii Smooth is world’s smoothest shochu. Due to premium quality ingredients and triple distillation, Haamonii Smooth has a cleaner aroma and a smoother, purer taste than traditional Japanese shochu. Haamonii is the Japanese word for harmony.

What is the history of shochu?

Shochu originated in China in the 13th century. Japanese Shochu has been traced back to the 15th century, originating from the most southern island of Kyushu (a province in Japan), where the climate is too warm for sake production. Today, shochu is the one of the most widely consumed distilled spirits in the world.