Genroin Shochu
元老院
Genroin Shochu is a shochu from Shiratamajozo in Kagoshima Prefecture (White koji, 25 % ABV). Depth, smoky and oak; slightly sweet and medium-bodied. From ¥680 per 720 ml (as of 30 Sep 2026).
What does it taste like?
Dry ↔ sweet：slightly sweet · Light ↔ rich：medium-bodied · Aroma：pronounced · Umami：moderate · Acidity：low
Flavour words
- depth
- smoky
- oak
- aged
- sweet-potato aroma
- barley aroma
How to drink it
on the rocks, with hot water and straight
Taste is estimated from shop and brewery descriptions and the specs. How our numbers work
Specs
| Type | Shochu |
|---|---|
| Koji | White koji |
| Alcohol | 25 % |
| Sizes | 720 ml and 1800 ml |
| Location | Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Maker | Shiratamajozo |
What food goes with it?
Foods that match Genroin Shochu (a guide from KIKI’s pairing rules):
- Grilled
- Fried
- Rich & fatty
How much does it cost?
The lowest price is ¥680 per 720 ml, the median ¥900 (24 shops with stock, as of 30 Sep 2026).
| Shop | Contents | Price | Per 720 ml | Shipping | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 酒の泉州屋Rakuten Ichiba | 1800 ml | ¥1,700 | ¥680 | extra | View shopPR |
23 more shops and the price history are in the KIKI app.
Links marked “PR” are affiliate links. KIKI does not sell alcohol. Shops may change their prices.
Is it good value?
The value score (price against ratings) is in the KIKI app. How our numbers work
More from Shiratamajozo
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|---|---|---|
| Shiratamano Tsuyu Sweet Potato Shochu白玉の露 | Sweet potato shochu | ¥577 |
| Maou Imo Shochu魔王 | Sweet potato shochu | ¥3,192 |
| Tenchu Shochu天誅 | Shochu | ¥680 |