Products of Yaesen (Okinawa)

Yaesen Shuzo is a distinguished Awamori distillery located on the picturesque hills of Ishigaki Island in Okinawa’s Yaeyama archipelago. Since its founding in 1955, Yaesen has remained at the forefront of Awamori craftsmanship, honouring centuries-old traditions while embracing thoughtful innovation.

The name Yaesen reflects the spirit of the local springs (“sen”) from the Yaeyama islands, embodying purity and regional identity. The distillery uses a classic clay-pot direct-fire distillation technique paired with pioneering Western-style barrel ageing traditions—resulting in Awamori that marries earthy depth with refined complexity.

Yaesen Awamori is increasingly captured the attention of spirit connoisseurs worldwide, celebrated for its awards and the way it bridges rice-distilled tradition with modern refinement.

Shima Urara is an Awamori spirit crafted from rice grown with great care in the fertile landscapes of Ishigaki Island. Introduced in 2019, it has already earned multiple international awards, reflecting both quality and innovation. Its style is light, fruity and smooth, with a refreshing clarity. A subtle sweetness runs through the flavour, balanced by a crisp finish that makes it highly versatile. It can be enjoyed diluted with water, sparkling water, or as the base for cocktails, while at the table it pairs beautifully with food—especially fried dishes such as tempura. The spirit is created by Yaesen Shuzo, a distillery rooted in the rich natural environment of Ishigaki. Since its founding, Yaesen has been closely connected with the island community, producing Awamori with sincerity and respect for tradition. The house is recognised for combining direct-fire distillation with long-term ageing in Western-style oak casks—an innovation in the Awamori world. Located on a hilltop overlooking the sea, the Yaesen distillery is both a producer and a destination. Shima Urara captures the freshness of Ishigaki’s nature and the craftsmanship of Yaesen, a spirit born from the island and cherished by its people.

€29.50

Yaesen (Okinawa)

Gold Oak Barrel Awamori - 720ml

Yaesen Gold Oak Barrel Awamori is a distinctive Japanese spirit crafted on Ishigaki Island by the renowned Yaesen Shuzo. Directly distilled and matured in fine French white oak barrels, this Awamori reveals a clean oak aroma harmoniously balanced with the gentle sweetness and soft flavour typical of Awamori. Light on the palate yet layered, it is a carefully blended expression of spirits aged between 3 and 6 years, resulting in a refined, elegant finish. For spirit enthusiasts, its profile will feel familiar — somewhere between young aged grain genever and bourbon — yet with a uniquely Okinawan soul. Born from the lush nature of Ishigaki, Yaesen Shuzo has been a part of island life since its founding. Every drop is crafted with sincerity, uniting people over flavour and tradition. The distillery is celebrated for its pioneering approach: combining classic direct-fire distillation with long-term oak barrel ageing, a rare innovation in Awamori. This fusion of heritage and innovation has made Yaesen a benchmark in Okinawan craftsmanship. Overlooking the sea from its hilltop home, Yaesen Shuzo is both a distillery and a cultural landmark. Whether enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or as the base of refined cocktails, Yaesen Gold Oak Barrel Awamori offers an experience of elegance, warmth and connection — a spirit nurtured by the islanders and shared with the world.

€32.50

Yaesen (Okinawa)

Kusu 3yrs Awamori - 720ml

Kusu 3yrs Awamori is a carefully matured spirit from Yaesen Shuzo on Ishigaki Island. Distilled using black koji mould and the traditional direct-fire method handed down through generations, it is then aged for three years to develop depth and refinement. The result is an Awamori with a dense, almost enigmatic aroma and a mellow, lingering taste that only comes from time and patience. This release was born from a new creative challenge at Yaesen and is available in 300ml, 720ml and 1800ml bottlings. Since its introduction, it has received multiple international awards, underlining its quality and craftsmanship. Yaesen Shuzo is part of the fabric of Ishigaki, an island rich in nature and tradition. Every drop is made with sincerity, rooted in a philosophy that blends heritage with innovation. Known for pioneering the combination of direct-fire distillation and long-term ageing in Western oak casks, Yaesen continues to create Awamori that reflects both the island’s spirit and the evolving future of Japanese distilling. From its hilltop distillery overlooking the sea, Yaesen shares Awamori that is cherished by the islanders and enjoyed well beyond Okinawa.

€42.00

Yaesen (Okinawa)

Prisma Awamori SET - 2x300ml

The Prisma Awamori Set presents two distinct expressions: Prisma and Zero Prisma. Both were distilled at the same time, but their ageing took place in different environments. Prisma matured in Spanish oak barrels, while Zero Prisma was stored in tanks. Although they share the same origin and length of ageing, the character of each spirit diverges. Zero Prisma preserves the bold, unfiltered depth of Awamori, while Prisma reveals aromas and flavours shaped by oak, absent in its twin. This set invites a direct comparison, allowing the discovery of contrasts: what has remained in Zero Prisma but faded in Prisma, and what new qualities the cask has given to Prisma that cannot be found in Zero Prisma. Crafted by Yaesen Shuzo on Ishigaki Island, the set reflects the distillery’s philosophy of tradition and innovation. Direct-fire distillation, long established on the island, is combined with pioneering barrel ageing techniques. From its hilltop home overlooking the sea, Yaesen continues to create Awamori that carries the nature and culture of Ishigaki in every drop.

€79.00

Yaesen (Okinawa)

Barrel Awamori - 720ml

Barrel Awamori is distilled over direct fire using Ishigaki’s traditional kiln method, then left to mature for years in oak barrels. Production is deliberately limited, reflecting the precision and time required for this method. The spirit is known for its powerful oak-driven aroma and a depth of flavour often compared to whisky, yet it retains a brighter, more refreshing character that makes it distinctly Awamori. Enthusiasts prize it for the way cask and spirit harmonise into a bold, aromatic whole. This expression represents the philosophy of Yaesen Shuzo: the union of inherited craftsmanship and pioneering innovation. By introducing long-term barrel ageing to Awamori, the distillery set a benchmark in the industry. The result is a spirit where oak and Awamori merge seamlessly, offering a refined balance of the five elemental tastes. From its hilltop home overlooking the sea, Yaesen continues to craft Awamori rooted in Ishigaki’s nature and culture, cherished by islanders and admired far beyond Okinawa.

€110.00

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