![]() Silhouette is wonderful when served neat, as its low proof level makes it an easy sipper, but is a real star when mixed in these Shochu cocktails! Unlike vodka which is relatively flavorless, iichiko Silhouette has a wonderful aroma and flavor of peach, citrus and toasted nutty barley which reminded us of an unaged rye whiskey, but with out the sharp burn as a result of the lower alcohol content. Iichiko Silhouette is a single distillation, which results in a relatively low alcohol content of only 25%. What Ingredients are Needed for the Japanese Sidecar Cocktail? The use of the koji results in that unique funky umami flavor that is a characteristic of Japanese food and drinks (think that tangy flavor in sake!) The barlely is then mixed with yeast, koji (a special type of bacteria that causes fermentation, which equals alcohol!) and pure spring water and allowed to ferment until there is a mash that can be distilled. Like sake, the more the grain is polished, the smoother the the resulting shochu.įor this drink, we used iichiko’s Silhouette, a 100% barley shochu that is produced by polishing the barley down until 60% of the grain remains. Like its slightly more famous cousin sake, there are different grades of shochu that are dependent on the amount of polished grain used in the distillation. Unlike vodka, shochu has a much more complex distillation process that starts with the selection of the grain. Shochu is often compared to sake, but unlike sake which is brewed like beer, shochu is a distilled spirit like vodka. The most popular spirit in Japan is shochu, which is a true distilled spirit that is made from a variety of starches, from buckwheat, rice or even sweet potatoes, but the top quality shochu varieties are made with barley, and the best distiller of barley based shochu is famed Japanese distiller iichiko. So if we were to ask you what you think is most popular alcoholic beverage in Japan, what would you say? If you are like us, you likely answered that question with either sake or one of the many varieties of Japanese whiskey, but you would be wrong! This post contains affiliate links for products that we think you as readers might find useful, and we make commission off of these! For more details about our affiliates, click our Disclosure and Contacts Page. We received free product for use in this promotion but all opinions and views presented here are 100% our own. This post contains sponsored content brought to you by iichiko. We dig getting booze mail, so when the folks at iichiko asked if we wanted to try some of their different expressions of shochu, we figured what better way to take a quick trip to Japan without leaving our kitchen? ![]() Sometimes we find new spirits when we travel (does anyone else love visiting distilleries, breweries and vineyards?) and sometimes we are lucky enough to get a spirit delivered right to our door so we can explore! One of the coolest parts about developing and writing about cocktails and spirits is when we discover a spirit that was totally unknown to us. Garnish the cocktail with a twist of orange or lemon.Using a Japanese Barley Liquor for these Shochu cocktails, we made a twist on the classic sidecar! A peeler works best for creating a thin peel. To make a fancy lemon peel garnish, trim the edges of a thin lemon peel with a sharp knife into your desired shape. ![]() Stir vigorously for 15 seconds and double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Place some sugar on a plate and twirl the glass in sugar to coat.Ĭombine all ingredients in a Boston shaker or mixing glass with plenty of ice. My favorite option is ReaLemonįor the sugar rim, coat the rim of the glass in orange/lemon juice. Lemon juice: I always opt for freshly squeezed citrus, however, you can use bottled lemon juice in a pinch.Cointreau (orange liqueur): while you can substitute triple sec for Cointreau, Cointreau has a smoother finish and is a bit higher in alcohol, making it a better match for cognac.Its fruity undertones and smooth character make it a fantastic choice for whiskey lovers looking to explore new flavors. Cognac: a fine brandy made from grapes rather than corn or grains, is typically enjoyed neat as an after-dinner drink.To craft the perfect Sidecar, you will need three key ingredients: Cognac, Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice.
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