Umeshu Kasei, 25% - 720 ml

66,65 €

92,57 € / L

Equivalent of 15 Kishu Nanko plums per bottle
A grand cru
Great aromatic and flavour richness

Kasei is a new-generation umeshu brand from Nemoto Shuzo, a brewery with nearly 400 years of traditional expertise. Created to expand the presence of Japanese liqueurs on the global bar scene, this innovative plum liqueur is characterised by a high alcohol content and a rich, robust aromatic profile that remains distinctive whatever the mix. It is a revolutionary umeshu designed to bring elegance and refinement to bars around the world.

A word from Olivier, founder and sourcer

This exceptional umeshu is for discerning connoisseurs. Remarkable!

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Tasting notes

Perfect pairings

Food and drink pairingsTo refresh the palate (highlighting the clean finish) Pair with fried foods or dishes served with sweet-and-savoury sauces. The liqueur's lively finish balances the richness of fats and oils, leaving your palate refreshed.To enhance the aroma (highlighting the floral notes):Pair with dishes featuring aromatic spices, herbs (such as shiso) or smoked foods. The natural, vibrant fragrance of « Kaséi » plums creates a wonderful synergy with these aromatic ingredients.To harmonise the acidity (highlighting the rich depth):Pair with ethnic cuisines or other tangy dishes. Kaséi's pronounced acidity balances perfectly with tangy and spicy flavours, creating a rich and harmonious pairing.

Tasting notes

Aroma: Deep and complex, reminiscent of perfectly ripe plums and peach compote. Subtle floral notes of elderflower and red apple aromas.

Palate: A syrupy, velvety texture with a soft sweetness that fills the palate, followed by pleasant acidity and a clean, deep finish.

Finish: A lingering flavour of fruity apricot and a fragrant sweetness reminiscent of milk chocolate.

Description

This umeshu is made from 15 carefully selected Kishu Nanko plums (400 g per 700 ml bottle). This “aragoshi” liqueur (coarsely pressed) is rich in fruit pulp, allowing you to discover with every sip the intense sweetness and fresh acidity of macerated plums. Each sip reveals the fresh aroma of plums and a meltingly smooth, creamy texture. Distinguishing itself from conventional umeshu, it has a higher alcohol content, offering sophisticated, deep sweetness and a bold, satisfying body.
To enhance the plum’s rich character into a complex and delicate flavour, our craftsmen have worked to develop techniques that maximise the potential of this unique fruit variety. They paid particular attention to their sugar recipe to create depth and elegance.
By using an exclusive blend of several sugars, they achieved a multifaceted profile in which sweetness, acidity and aroma unfold in waves, going far beyond a simple sweet taste. This meticulous flavour design makes “Kaséi” a prestigious liqueur that can be enjoyed with a meal, dessert or as a cocktail base. Even when mixed with sparkling water or used in cocktails, its concentrated depth never fades, ensuring a luxurious umeshu experience to the last drop.

Characteristics

Packaging: Glass bottle
Net weight: 720ml
Store away from direct light and heat
ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOR HEALTH. DRINK IN MODERATION. CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC DRINKS DURING PREGNANCY, EVEN IN SMALL QUANTITIES, MAY HAVE SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES FOR THE HEALTH OF THE CHILD. THE SALE OF ALCOHOL TO MINORS UNDER 18 IS PROHIBITED

Production notes

Pure alcohol content: 25%

Ingredients & nutritional values

Ingredients: sugar cane alcohol, 30% ume plum, icing sugar, cane sugar

Origin

Origin: Ibaraki, Japan
Producer: NEMOTO SHUZO

NEMOTO SHUZO

A legacy since 1603: 400 years of history and traditionFounded in 1603, the Nemoto family descends from a line of samurai who once served the Satake clan, the daimyō who ruled the Kuji district in Hitachi Province since the Heian period. This family began its sake-making journey by drawing on the expertise originally used to produce miso and soy sauce for the feudal lord. For 20 generations and over 400 years, its members have preserved their heritage while remaining deeply rooted in their local community. Beyond sake production, their commitment to supporting the region through donations and community initiatives has made their sake, led by their flagship brand “Kuji-no-Yama”, an essential and highly appreciated local product.Expertise built on centuries of experienceFor 20 generations, our artisans have devoted themselves to the art of sake making. Traditional techniques and the expertise passed down by their craftsmen remain the cornerstone of their brewery and never fade with time. While honouring tradition, they also place great importance on evolving their flavours to adapt them to the modern era. Whether strategically changing prestigious brewers’ guilds (from Echigo to Nanbu Toji) or adapting their flavour profiles, shifting from sweet to dry in response to market trends, they have embraced change to ensure that their sake remains appreciated across generations.An ideal environment: the benevolent nature of Oku-KujiThe Nemoto Shuzo brewery is located in Oku-Kuji, a region characterised by a lush “Satoyama” landscape, surrounded by mountains and rural rice fields. The crystal-clear Kuji River, which rises at Mount Yamizo (the highest peak in Ibaraki Prefecture), flows through this region. The area benefits not only from abundant water, but also from significant temperature variations between day and night — ideal conditions for growing high-quality rice, rich in nutrients and flavour.The brewery uses the sacred spring water of the famous Komagata Shrine in its brewing process, renowned for its purity. Filtered through the majestic mountains of Oku-Kuji, this water contains a perfect balance of essential minerals such as magnesium, potassium and phosphorus, providing the ideal foundation for premium sake.