Kuromaro Shochu 25%
黒まろ 25度
Kuromaro Shochu 25% is a sweet potato shochu from Bansei Shuzo in Kagoshima Prefecture (Black koji, 25 % ABV). Mellow, depth and aged; balanced and full-bodied. From ¥633 per 720 ml (as of 30 Sep 2026).
What does it taste like?
Dry ↔ sweet：balanced · Light ↔ rich：full-bodied · Aroma：moderate · Umami：moderate · Acidity：low
Flavour words
- mellow
- depth
- aged
- sweet-potato aroma
Taste is estimated from shop and brewery descriptions and the specs. How our numbers work
Specs
| Type | Sweet potato shochu |
|---|---|
| Koji | Black koji |
| Alcohol | 25 % |
| Sizes | 1800 ml |
| Location | Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Maker | Bansei Shuzo |
What food goes with it?
Foods that match Kuromaro Shochu 25% (a guide from KIKI’s pairing rules):
- Pork
- Beef
- Chicken
- Simmered
- Fried
- Soy & teriyaki
- Rich & fatty
How much does it cost?
The lowest price is ¥633 per 720 ml, the median ¥685 (13 shops with stock, as of 30 Sep 2026).
| Shop | Contents | Price | Per 720 ml | Shipping | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| オーリックRakuten Ichiba | 12 × 1800 ml | ¥18,979 | ¥633 | extra | View shopPR |
12 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
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