Suntory Spirits will release Suntory Umezake Barrel Finish (Fully Ripe Ume Blend) on April 19. 750ml (25.36us fl oz), priced at 1,705 yen (excluding tax). The alcohol content is 20%.

Suntory Umeshu Barrel Finish (Fully Ripe Plum Blend)

Suntory Umeshu Barrel Finish (Fully Ripe Plum Blend)" is made by blending plum wine made from fully ripe plums and aged at the Yamazaki Distillery in old barrels used for aging whiskey. It is characterized by its pleasant richness and gorgeous aroma and flavor. The alcohol content is adjusted to a high level by blending various ingredients so that it can be enjoyed with soda.

The package features an illustration of a barrel and the words "Yamazaki Taru Umeshu" to emphasize the product's characteristics. The color of the label design is reminiscent of ripe plums and expresses the flavor of the contents.

Yamazaki Taru Umeshu

Suntory Spirits has been developing plum wine with rich flavors by utilizing the knowledge and technologies it has cultivated through the production of Western-style alcohol. In particular, the "Yamazaki Barrel Plum Wine" series, in which plum wine is matured in old barrels used for maturing whiskey at the Yamazaki Distillery, the birthplace of Suntory whiskey, is popular for its gorgeous aroma and deep flavor derived from the barrels.