{"id":6639,"date":"2023-08-10T12:48:22","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T11:48:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/?p=6639"},"modified":"2026-02-12T11:52:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T10:52:44","slug":"shochu-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/trends\/shochu-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Shochu Cocktails &amp; Your Guide to this Famous Japanese Spirit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shochu cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are trending hard right now, and The Mixer UK is here to teach you all about them. Step right up and discover the allure of Japan&#8217;s favourite spirit! Unlike its cousin, sake, which is brewed like beer, shochu is a true distilled gem made from diverse starches like buckwheat, rice, or sweet potatoes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>The history of shochu<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6651\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\" Close up of a bottle of shochu styled with an ornate shot glass of the Japanese spirit in a bright outdoor environment with lots of bamboo and greenery\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-history-of-shochu-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shochu&#8217;s history dates back to ancient times in Japan. It is believed to have originated around the 16th century, during the Muromachi period. The spirit&#8217;s roots can be traced to distilled liquor brought from China and Southeast Asia. Over the centuries, shochu production methods evolved, and it became popular across Japan.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Today, it remains a cherished part of Japan&#8217;s culture, celebrated at social gatherings and cherished ceremonies. The finest varieties are crafted with barley by renowned Japanese distillers, such as Iichiko and Mizu. Its distillation process is an art, beginning with grain selection. The more polished the grain, the smoother the shochu \u2013 just like sake.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shochu is also divided into subtypes, based on the components and region. The most common types are:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Imo <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu (crafted from sweet potatoes)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mugi <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu (crafted from barley)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kome <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu (crafted from rice)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kokuto <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu (crafted from brown sugar)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Soba <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu (crafted from buckwheat)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shiso <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu (crafted from the Shiso herb)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Okinawan <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">or <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Awamori <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu (crafted in Okinawa)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">TOP TIP! Although their names may sound alike and there are certain similarities, shochu, and <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">soju<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are different things. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/trends\/soju-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Soju<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is a clear, distilled spirit that originated in Korea.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How to use shochu in cocktails<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6655 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"How to make cocktails with shochu - Tools and decor for making cocktails with shochu.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/How-to-make-cocktails-with-shochu.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The rich and versatile flavour profile of shochu makes it an excellent base for cocktails. Unlike traditional spirits like vodka, this true distilled spirit boasts a more intricate crafting process, resulting in a depth of flavours that add a delicious and tempting complexity to cocktails.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether mixed with citrusy yuzu, elderflower liqueur, or refreshing mint, shochu effortlessly adapts to different ingredients, paving the way for delightfully harmonious drinks. Its centuries-old history in Japanese culture further adds an element of intrigue and cultural significance to any cocktail creation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are a few of our favourites to try at home:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>1. The Japanese Sidecar <span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6644\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Japanese Sidecar cocktails in a light, bright indoor Japanese setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Japanese-Sidecar.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"187\">Arguably one of the best shochu cocktails to start with when exploring this fascinating spirit, the Japanese Sidecar is elegant, citrusy, and perfectly balanced.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"206\"><strong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"204\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"337\">\n<li data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"222\">\n<p data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"222\">60 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"246\">\n<p data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"246\">20 ml Lemon juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"272\">\n<p data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"272\">15 ml <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandmarnier.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Marnier<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"301\">\n<p data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"301\">15 ml Brown sugar syrup<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"329\">\n<p data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"329\">2 dashes Orange bitters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"337\">\n<p data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"337\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"351\"><strong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"349\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"643\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"389\">\n<p data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"389\">Fill a cocktail shaker with ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"474\">\n<p data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"474\">Add shochu, lemon juice, orange liqueur, brown sugar syrup, and orange bitters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"516\">\n<p data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"516\">Shake vigorously until well-chilled<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"568\">\n<p data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"568\">Strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"633\">\n<p data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"633\">Garnish with a twist of lemon peel or a fresh orange slice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"643\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"643\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You might also like<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/sidecar-cocktail-recipe\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Classic Sidecar<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/vodka-sidecar\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Vodka Sidecar<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>2. Hana Hana Highball<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A Hana Hana Highball cocktail in a light, bright indoor Japanese setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hana-Hana-Highball-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"259\">The time-honoured <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/highball-cocktail-history\/\">Highball Cocktail<\/a> has an interesting history that began in England, made its way to the US, and eventually became a favourite in Japan. The Hana Hana version is light, zesty, and perfectly balanced for easy sipping.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"278\"><strong data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"276\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"343\">\n<li data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"294\">\n<p data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"294\">60 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"314\">\n<p data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"314\">120 ml Soda water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"335\">\n<p data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"335\">Juice of \u00bd Lemon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"343\">\n<p data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"343\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"357\"><strong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"355\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"514\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"392\">\n<p data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"392\">Fill a Collins glass with ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"423\">\n<p data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"423\">Add shochu and soda water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"477\">\n<p data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"477\">Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"503\">\n<p data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"503\">Stir well to combine<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"514\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"514\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>FUN FACT:<\/strong> Hana means \u2018flower\u2019 or \u2018blossom\u2019 in Japanese (\u82b1).\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>3. Shochu Apple Sour Cocktail<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6648\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Shochu Apple Sour Cocktails in gilded flower-print glasses in a light bright Japanese home setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Apple-Sour-Cocktail-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you love <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/sour-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sour cocktails<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, the Shochu Apple Sour Cocktail is bound to be right up your alley. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Japanese shochu cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> do not come any crisper and tangier than this. In Japan, the combination of apple and Shochu is so popular that it&#8217;s available as ready-to-drink beverages sold in cans. Of course, fresh is best, so here&#8217;s our DIY recipe.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"195\"><strong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"193\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"407\">\n<li data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"211\">\n<p data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"211\">120 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"264\">\n<p data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"264\">75 ml Apple juice (freshly pressed if possible)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"287\">\n<p data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"287\">15 ml <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/honey-syrup\/\">Honey syrup<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"337\">\n<p data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"337\">15 ml Yuzu juice (or lemon juice substitute)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"369\">\n<p data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"369\">75 ml Soda water (chilled)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"399\">\n<p data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"399\">Apple slices (to garnish)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"407\">\n<p data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"407\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"421\"><strong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"419\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"621\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"454\">\n<p data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"454\">Add ice to a highball glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"516\">\n<p data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"516\">Pour in shochu, apple juice, honey syrup, and yuzu juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"546\">\n<p data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"546\">Stir until well combined<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"579\">\n<p data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"579\">Top with chilled soda water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"610\">\n<p data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"610\">Garnish with apple slices<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"621\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"621\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn more<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/plan\/apple-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6 Perfect Apple Cocktails to Make This Autumn<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>4. The Japanese Gimlet<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6652\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A Japanese Gimlet in a light, bright indoor Japanese setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/The-Japanese-Gimlet-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The OG <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/gimlet\/\">Gimlet<\/a> had its heyday on the high seas and remains a classic clinker to this day. Naturally, the Eastern-inspired spinoff is also a complete vibe. This <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">lemon shochu cocktail<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is very easy to make, and just as simple to enjoy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"195\"><strong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"193\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"292\">\n<li data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"211\">\n<p data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"211\">60 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"231\">\n<p data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"231\">30 ml Lime juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"256\">\n<p data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"256\">20 ml <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/simple-syrup-for-cocktails\/\">Sugar syrup<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"264\">\n<p data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"264\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"292\">\n<p data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"292\">Lime wheel (to garnish)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"306\"><strong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"304\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"485\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"382\">\n<p data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"382\">Add shochu, lime juice, and sugar syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"412\">\n<p data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"412\">Shake until well-chilled<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"445\">\n<p data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"445\">Strain into a chilled glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"476\">\n<p data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"476\">Garnish with a lime wheel<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"485\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"485\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>5. Shochu and Tonic<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6647\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Shochu and Tonic cocktails in a light, bright indoor Japanese setting \" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-and-Tonic-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/vodka-tonic\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Vodka Tonic<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> has been a bar-side staple for decades, and with good reason &#8211; it&#8217;s a simple combination that works really well. If this is your go-to, you might like to shake things up with a Shochu and Tonic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"180\"><strong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"178\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"322\">\n<li data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"196\">\n<p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"196\">30 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"230\">\n<p data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"230\">30 ml Aperitif (your favorite)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"251\">\n<p data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"251\">90 ml Tonic water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"286\">\n<p data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"286\">Grapefruit slices (to garnish)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"314\">\n<p data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"314\">Mint sprig (to garnish)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"322\">\n<p data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"322\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"336\"><strong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"334\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"488\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"368\">\n<p data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"368\">Fill a tall glass with ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"417\">\n<p data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"417\">Add shochu, aperitif, and grapefruit slices<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"443\">\n<p data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"443\">Top with tonic water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"477\">\n<p data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"477\">Garnish with a sprig of mint<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"488\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"488\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>6. Hanamizak\u00e9 Martini<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6642\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Hanamizak\u00e9 Martini cocktails in a light bright Japanese indoor setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Hanamizake-Martini-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Love experimenting with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/types-of-martinis\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">different types of Martinis<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">? Try your hand at a Hanamizak\u00e9 Martini. It calls for a few unusual ingredients, but we love it just the same.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"187\"><strong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"185\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"364\">\n<li data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"205\">\n<p data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"205\">45 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"229\">\n<p data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"229\">10 ml <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldoggin.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\">Bulldog Gin<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"245\">\n<p data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"245\">45 ml Sake<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"280\">\n<p data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"280\">15 ml <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cinzano.com\/our-products\/vermouth\/cinzano-bianco\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cinzano Vermouth Bianco<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"356\">\n<p data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"356\">Shiozakura (salted sakura blossoms) or caviar\/green olives (to garnish)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"364\">\n<p data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"364\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"378\"><strong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"376\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"600\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"446\">\n<p data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"446\">Add shochu, gin, sake, and vermouth to a mixing glass with ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"475\">\n<p data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"475\">Stir until well chilled<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"517\">\n<p data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"517\">Strain into a chilled cocktail glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"589\">\n<p data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"589\">Garnish with shiozakura, or substitute with caviar or green olives<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"600\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"600\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>7. Old Fashioned Samurai <span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6645\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Old Fashioned Samurai cocktails in a modern Japanese bar setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Old-Fashioned-Samurai-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Old Fashioned<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> will never go out of style, and this take on the classic is quite spectacular.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"210\"><strong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"208\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"314\">\n<li data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"226\">\n<p data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"226\">60 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"242\">\n<p data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"242\">1 tsp Sugar<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"263\">\n<p data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"263\">3 dashes Bitters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"285\">\n<p data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"285\">Splash of soda water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"314\">\n<p data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"314\">Orange peel, for garnish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"328\"><strong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"326\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"574\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"397\">\n<p data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"397\">Add sugar, bitters, and a splash of club soda to a rocks glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"455\">\n<p data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"455\">Muddle and stir until the sugar dissolves completely<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"484\">\n<p data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"484\">Add shochu and some ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"509\">\n<p data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"509\">Stir for 10 seconds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"565\">\n<p data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"565\">Twist an orange peel over the drink and drop it in<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"574\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"574\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check out next<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/anejo-old-fashioned\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anejo Old Fashioned<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/old-fashioned-cocktail\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Classic Old Fashioned<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/apple-butter-old-fashioned\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Apple Butter Old Fashioned<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>8. Chili Mango Shochu Cocktail<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Chili Mango Shochu Cocktails in a light bright Japanese indoor setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Chili-Mango-Shochu-Cocktail-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No list of <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shochu cocktail recipes<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> would be complete without the Chili Shochu Cocktail.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"182\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"180\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"311\">\n<li data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"198\">\n<p data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"198\">60 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"219\">\n<p data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"219\">120 ml Mango juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"241\">\n<p data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"241\">1 tsp Tajin spice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"270\">\n<p data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"270\">Lime juice, to rim the glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"278\">\n<p data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"278\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"311\">\n<p data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"311\">Jalape\u00f1o slices, for garnish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"325\"><strong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"323\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"584\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"382\">\n<p data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"382\">Rim a serving glass with lime juice and Tajin spice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"468\">\n<p data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"468\">Add shochu, mango juice, and a dash of Tajin spice to a cocktail shaker with ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"490\">\n<p data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"490\">Shake to combine<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"541\">\n<p data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"541\">Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"575\">\n<p data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"575\">Garnish with jalape\u00f1o slices<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"584\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"584\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More mango magic<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/mango-cocktail-recipes\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8 Deliciously Fresh Mango Cocktails You Must Try<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>9. Yuzu Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6653\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Yuzu Sour cocktails in a light bright Japanese indoor setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Yuzu-Sour-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keen to taste what happens to the classic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/whiskey-sour-variations\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whiskey Sour<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> when it travels to Japan? Oh, it\u2019s so <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">good<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"168\"><strong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"166\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"273\">\n<li data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"184\">\n<p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"184\">60 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"205\">\n<p data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"205\">30 ml Lemon juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"225\">\n<p data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"225\">30 ml Yuzu juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"249\">\n<p data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"249\">15 ml Sugar syrup<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"265\">\n<p data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"265\">1 Egg white<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"273\">\n<p data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"273\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"287\"><strong data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"285\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"509\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"378\">\n<p data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"378\">Add shochu, lemon juice, yuzu juice, sugar syrup, and egg white to a cocktail shaker<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"419\">\n<p data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"419\">Dry shake vigorously for 10 seconds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"467\">\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"467\">Add ice and shake again until well chilled<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"500\">\n<p data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"500\">Strain into a chilled glass<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"509\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"509\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>10. Shikoku Mule (Yuzu Moscow Mule)<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6646\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Shikoku Mule cocktails in a light bright indoor Japanese setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shikoku-Mule.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More marvellous <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/trends\/mule-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mule cocktails<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">? We&#8217;ve got you. Try the Shikoku Mule next.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"191\"><strong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"189\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"287\">\n<li data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"207\">\n<p data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"207\">30 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"227\">\n<p data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"227\">30 ml Yuzu juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"251\">\n<p data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"251\">Ginger beer, to top<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"259\">\n<p data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"259\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"287\">\n<p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"287\">Lime wedge, for garnish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"301\"><strong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"299\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"459\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"334\">\n<p data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"334\">Fill a glass with ice cubes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"365\">\n<p data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"365\">Add shochu and yuzu juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"391\">\n<p data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"391\">Top with ginger beer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"419\">\n<p data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"419\">Gently stir to combine<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"450\">\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"450\">Garnish with a lime wedge<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"459\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"459\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>11. Shochu Margarita<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A pair of Shochu Margarita cocktails in a light bright indoor Japanese setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/08\/Shochu-Margarita-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you&#8217;ve been on the lookout for the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/best-margarita-cocktail\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">best Margarita cocktail<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, you&#8217;ve got to shake up a Shochu Margarita.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"205\"><strong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"203\">Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"292\">\n<li data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"221\">\n<p data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"221\">60 ml Shochu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"241\">\n<p data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"241\">30 ml Lime juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"265\">\n<p data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"265\">15 ml Sugar syrup<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"284\">\n<p data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"284\">Pinch of sea salt<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"292\">\n<p data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"292\">Ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"306\"><strong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"304\">Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"480\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"392\">\n<p data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"392\">Add shochu, lime juice, sugar syrup, and sea salt to a cocktail shaker with ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"423\">\n<p data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"423\">Shake until well combined<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"471\">\n<p data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"471\">Strain into a serving glass over fresh ice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"480\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"480\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Serve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shochu cocktails are trending hard right now, and The Mixer UK is here to teach you all about them. Step right up and discover the allure of Japan&#8217;s favourite spirit! 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