Aromas of fruit leather highlight prune, black cherry, and brown sugar before transitioning to a palate rich with caramelized pineapple, sultana raisin, and lemon curd with a gentle, pickled plum acidity riding out the finish.
Rounder and lower-toned than Matsui’s whisky-fortified umeshu, Kurayoshi’s own pot-distilled brandy complements the rich, oxidized notes of the base plum liqueur. Try this delightfully complex, shelf-stable umeshu over ice, with hot or cold tea, or in stirred cocktails in need of subtle acidity.