【Extremely Rare】Ryukyu Awamori, Classified Shochu, Aged 45-51 Years, Iheya Shuzo "Terushima" 30 degrees, 600ml Iheya Shuzo, located on Iheya Island, is still a difficult island to access. In the 1970s and 1980s, most of the production was consumed within the island. ● The "Ryukyu Awamori" and "Classified Shochu" designations on the awamori cap seals were used from around 1977 to 1983 (Showa 52-58). Having aged 42-48 years, If the contents were aged (+3 years), it is already 45-51 year old vintage. This is a designation that corresponds to that period in the history of cap seal design changes. AI Explanation: 1. In the 1950s (Showa 30s), cap seal system was introduced. 2. Showa 40-47 (1965-1972): "Ryukyu Government" designation. 3. Showa 47-51 (1972-1976): "Japanese Government" designation. 4. Showa 52-58 (1977-1983): "Ryukyu Awamori" and "Classified Shochu" designation. 5. Showa 58 - Heisei 16 (1983-2004): "Authentic Awamori" designation. 6. Heisei 7 - Present (1995-Present): "Ryukyu Awamori" designation. Alcohol content: 30 degrees Volume: 600ml Methanol: 0 The label's address only lists Iheya Village. This is an older vintage than those bottled during the Authentic Awamori era. I think it's difficult to obtain. The label has damage due to aging. #Awamori