A must-see for beginners in awamori! How to enjoy awamori

A must-see for beginners in awamori! How to enjoy awamori
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awamori is one of Okinawa's specialty products. However, it is also true that many people have the image of "it seems to be habit" or "severe alcohol content". In this article, I would like to introduce the "real charm of awamori" that people who have no experience in awamori.

"awamori = strong habit" This formula is no longer feasible!

awamori, one of Okinawa's specialty products, came to be recognized nationwide after the boom in Okinawa. However, it is true that many people have the image of awamori, such as "it seems to be a habit" or "severe alcohol content."
In addition, since young people are leaving alcohol not only in Okinawa but also nationwide, it is thought that the opportunity to speak is less.

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But! Awamori is a sake that such people want to drink. awamori, which is constantly evolving, now you don't have to worry about your habit or tough!
The reason for this is that there are ideas such as "easy to drink" and "fashionness and cuteness" in all points, such as type, arrangement, and way of drinking.

In this article, I would like to introduce the "real charm of awamori." Especially for women, it is a must-see.

First of all, start with the basic information. What kind of sake is Awamori?

awamori is Japan's oldest distilled liquor that came from Thailand to Japan in the 15th century. This product is characterized by both mellowness and richness, and a deep scent that passes through the nose.
awamori has a wide variety of varieties, including young sake and old sake, as well as those with high and low alcohol content. One way to enjoy is to repeat tasting at awamori specialty stores and izakayas to find the type that suits you.

awamori is also one of the communication tools. awamori often triggers exchanges with travelers and chinachu (Okinawa people). If you're not good at talking, you might want to use the help of awamori.

Grab the hearts of young people and women! awamori Cocktail awamori liqueur

The image of "awamori = Rock and Water Sprinkled" has been established, but this is not true. In Okinawa, there are plenty of bars and izakayas that offer "original cocktails using awamori"!

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Some of them are the most popular cocktails in awamori.……。 awamori cocktails are so popular with many people.
awamori cocktails are used in fresh, moderate sour citrus fruits or sweet tropical fruit juices or liqueurs. Fruits such as shekwasha, lemon, mango, pineapple, and pineapple and awamori isawamori's unique flavor. Therefore, even those who are not good at awamori can enjoy it casually without resistance.

And "awamori Liqueur." This is a mixed sake developed by the awamori industry in Okinawa Prefecture.
This is also popular among young women because they can feel the moderate acidity and sweetness like cocktails. There are plenty of varieties, such as plum wine and mango liqueurs. Some of the awamori liqueur made with brown sugar, a local product of Okinawa, and this seems to be popular as a souvenir.

The charm of such awamori liqueur is "low alcohol content"! In this case, even people with weak alcohol can enjoy it easily.

Anyone familiar with cocktails and liqueurs should be able to enjoy awamori. If you are a beginner in awamori, you may want to gradually change it to a normal awamori.

Effective for beauty and health! The happy effect of awamori

As many people may not know, awamori has a good effect on beauty and health!

Of particular interest is the effect of preventing thrombosis. awamori has the effect of increasing the amount of plasmin, a factor that dissolves hardened blood. Therefore, drinking an appropriate amount of awamori can make the blood smooth. Smooth circulation can help improve poor circulation and reduce menstrual pain.
And it is said to be good for recovery from fatigue and beautiful skin. Relieving daily fatigue and making metabolism active, it brings gloss and moisture to the skin.

For women, beauty and health are always important to be aware of. Drink awamori to make your body and look more beautiful.

Find and taste your favorite awamori

How was it? awamori has various ideas to make it easy for people who are not good at it. When you visit Okinawa, be sure to enjoy the taste of awamori with your favorite splitting, cocktails and liqueurs!

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