Phantom Premium Shochu Maou 720ml [Sweet Potato Shochu] [Kagoshima] [Shirotama Jozo] Shirotama Jozo in Kagoshima, the maker of "Maou," is a long-established brewery founded in 1904, known as the southernmost shochu brewery on the mainland. After the war, they produced liqueurs such as plum wine and ponkan wine, as well as shochu including "Shirotama no Tsuyu." However, with concerns about young people moving away from shochu, the current president launched "Maou," which became a big hit during the authentic shochu boom of the early 2000s. Along with its impactful brand name, it popularized the way of drinking sweet potato shochu on the rocks. Western liquors such as whiskey, brandy, and wine gradually decrease in volume as water and alcohol seep out of the barrels during aging. Liquor makers call this decrease "Angel's Share" or "Angel's Portion," wishing for good luck. The brand name "Maou" (Devil King) implies a special liquor brought about by the demons who tempt the angels and procure the best liquor for the demon world. The characteristics of "Maou" are its refreshing taste that doesn't give the typical "sweet potato-like" smell of conventional sweet potato shochu, its gorgeous and fruity aroma that is far from the impression of its ominous name, and its rich aftertaste. Maou is a phantom shochu that was said to be difficult to obtain, as it was widely introduced on TV and in magazines. It is said to be a phantom shochu with a mellow and gentle flavor unique to aged liquor, a gentle flavor that you won't get tired of drinking, an aroma like mandarin oranges, and a lingering sweetness that is truly exquisite. Maou, the sweet potato shochu known to those in the know, is a perfect item that is very well-received as a gift. Type...Sweet Potato Shochu Maker...Maou Type...Authentic Shochu Maker...Maou I received it a few years ago and have been storing it at home without opening it. It is unopened, but thank you for your purchase if you understand that it has been stored at home for a long time. Eco-Mercari shipping is welcome.