Chilled and Neat: Preserve the Full Aroma
Chilled neat pours reveal plum aroma, acidity and body directly. Smell the aroma first, then take a small sip to explore yellow-plum fruit, sweetness and the woody finish.
Chilled MeiZui 21% is refreshing and mellow, while 25% reveals more of Japanese whisky's structure.
On the Rocks: Let the Body Unfold
A large ice cube gradually changes the temperature, softening sweetness while oak and acidity open up. This style suits after-dinner sipping, conversation or a gentler alcohol impression.
Use a large, solid ice cube that melts slowly so the flavor is not diluted too quickly.
Highball: Bring Out Bright, Refreshing Acidity
A highball suits aperitifs, gatherings, fried dishes, grilled meat and glazed foods. Start with one part whisky umeshu to two or three parts chilled soda, then adjust to taste.
MeiZui 21% makes a lighter highball; 25% brings a fuller body and more pronounced wood notes.
Recommended Whisky Umeshu
MeiZui 21% is light and mellow, ideal chilled, in highballs or shared with friends. MeiZui 25% has a fuller body for neat pours, ice, after-dinner sipping and formal gifts.
Original Blend
MeiZui 21%
700ml | ABV 21%
Intense Blend
MeiZui 25%
700ml | ABV 25%
How to Drink Umeshu: Neat, on the Rocks or in a HighballFrequently Asked Questions
Does umeshu need refrigeration?
Store unopened bottles in a cool place away from sunlight and heat. After opening, close the cap tightly and keep the bottle cool or refrigerated to preserve its flavor.
What food pairs with umeshu?
Try sashimi, grilled fish, glazed dishes, fried food and richer meals. Plum acidity helps balance fat.