Ryukyu 1429 Tsuchi Ryukyu Awamori

See more Awamori

View product website

Tsuchi is one of a range of awamori (pronounced "owl-am-oar-e") by Ryukyu 1429 (pronounced "Rue-queue 1429"). Tsuchi, meaning earth, comes from Tomigusuku on the island of Okinawa is distinguished by its being aged in clay pots made from clay sourced from different Okinawan regions.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 08/03/2022

Appearance:

Crystal clear.

Aroma:

Pungent. Blanched and toasted almond, wet slate, cement, milk chocolate, and overripe pear skin (ethyl acetate).

Taste:

Initial white pepper spice fades to reveal coconut water, white chocolate and ripe pear.

Aftertaste:

Long peppery spiced finish. Touch of hairspray and lingering tarry notes.

Overall:

There's an attractive earthy rawness to this very characterful spirit which will appeal to mezcal drinkers. Delicate notes of coconut water, white chocolate and ripe pear. Even some tar in the finish for Islay whisky fans. A spirit that will be challenging for some and very rewarding for others.