Iichiko Silhouette Shochu vs Metaxa Ouzo
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £24.99 | £24.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | — | Metaxa |
| Type | Other Spirits | Other Spirits |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
| Where to buy |
Iichiko Silhouette Shochu
Iichiko Silhouette Shochu is a delicately aromatic honkaku shochu made from 100% barley, offering a smooth and versatile expression of Japan’s native spirit. Distilled at the family-run Sanwa Shurui distillery in Oita Prefecture on Kyushu, this shochu reflects over 500 years of traditional craftsmanship. It is produced using two-row barley and fermented with koji, then distilled under low pressure to preserve its subtle character. The result is a clear, crisp spirit with a gentle aroma of lemon zest, lychee, and ripe peach. On the palate, it reveals a soft sweetness layered with almond, orange blossom, and a hint of thyme, finishing with a barley-forward earthiness and a whisper of cinnamon. Iichiko Silhouette is light-bodied and food-friendly, traditionally enjoyed straight, on the rocks, or mixed with soda, fruit juice, oolong tea, or matcha. Its clean profile and understated elegance make it an ideal base for low-alcohol cocktails and a gateway into the world of premium Japanese shochu.
Metaxa Ouzo
Metaxa Ouzo is Greece's iconic anise-flavoured spirit, crafted with a distinctive blend of aromatic botanicals including anise, mastic, and badiane (star anise). This classic ouzo delivers the rich, balanced flavour that has made it a Mediterranean staple for generations, perfect for leisurely sipping in the traditional Greek style. Why You'll Love It This is authentic Greek ouzo at its finest—aromatic, smooth, and deeply satisfying. The combination of anise, mastic from the island of Chios, and badiane creates a unique flavour profile that's both complex and approachable. Whether you're recreating a Greek taverna experience at home or discovering ouzo for the first time, Metaxa delivers the real deal. Production Produced by Metaxa, one of Greece's most respected spirits houses, this ouzo is crafted using traditional methods with a carefully balanced blend of botanicals. Anise provides the signature liquorice character, while mastic adds subtle pine and herbal notes, and badiane contributes warming spice and depth. Tasting Notes Clear and bright, turning milky white when water or ice is added. The nose is aromatic with pronounced anise, sweet liquorice, and herbal mastic notes. The palate is smooth and full-bodied with balanced anise, subtle spice, and a clean, refreshing finish. Perfect Serve Serve in the classic Greek manner with ice-cold water or over ice, which releases the aromatic oils and creates the signature cloudy appearance. Pairs beautifully with mezze, grilled seafood, olives, feta cheese, and Mediterranean small plates.
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