Mugi shochuMugi shochu (麦焼酎): Made from barley: toasty and light. Ōita and Iki are famous.Japanese麦焼酎（むぎじょうちゅう）GroupShochu & awamoriFrom “Types of shochu and awamori”Read “Types of shochu and awamori”Related termsSoda-wari (with soda)Shochu topped up with soda, about 1 part shochu to 2–3 parts soda. Best with mugi or other light shochu.Updated 30 September 2026Back to the glossaryAll guides
