🎙️🍶 Exploring Shochu in Mixed Drinks with Jane Nam 🇯🇵✨

In the latest episode of The Izakaya Happy Hour Podcast, we’re excited to welcome special guest Jane Nam! 🌟 Jane is a talented bartender from NYC with a background in cooking, now working at two top bars in the city. She’s on a mission to spread the word about Shochu, collaborating with Honkaku Spirits to introduce this amazing Japanese spirit to New Yorkers. 🍸🍶

Joining Jane is our host Samuel Boulton, author of The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails, and regular guest Sarah Stewart, a passionate Shochu cocktail enthusiast. Together, they explore the major categories of Shochu and share insider tips on how to mix them into delicious cocktails, perfect for both beginners and seasoned Shochu lovers! 🍶🍹

Brands Mentioned
Koji Whisky - Takamine 8 year

Iichiko Mugi Shochu

Daiyame (lychee heavy Shochu)
Kimura Shuzo Daiginjo Kasutori
Aokage Mugi Shochu
Lento Kokuto Shochu
Chinola Passionfruit Liqueur

Bars Mentioned
Moto (London)
Agency of Record (NYC)
Shinglish (NYC)

The Pineapple Club (Birmingham)

💡 Links and Resources:

• Honkaku Spirits

• The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails by Samuel Boulton

• The Shochu Handbook by Christopher Pellegrini

Welcome to the next mini episode of The Izakaya Happy Hour podcast! In this episode, we introduce you to Arline Lyons, an integral member of our team. Originally from Ireland, Arline stumbled upon her passion for sake through her work as a Japanese to English translator. What began as translating wine texts soon evolved into a deep love for nihonshu, fueled by the passionate people she met in the sake industry. Join us as we explore Arline’s journey from translation to becoming a key figure in the sake world, hosting events and sharing lesser-known stories through her sake news newsletter. Whether you’re a seasoned sake enthusiast or new to the world of Japanese beverages, Arline’s story will captivate and enlighten you. Tune in and immerse yourself in the world of sake with us!

In the second episode of The Izakaya Happy Hour Podcast, host Samuel Boulton explores sake tourism in the Hyogo and Osaka areas with regular host, Arline Lyons and special guest Andrew Russell. Andrew is a Kurabito at Kenbishi Brewery in Nada. Andrew, who also runs Sake Origin Tours, shares his insider knowledge on the region’s rich sake culture. Tune in to discover the unique experiences and hidden gems that make sake tourism in these areas a must for any enthusiast.