Soju and Shōchū Are Paving the Way for Asian Spirits in the U.S. Market
As consumer interest grows, soju, shōchū, and baijiu are following distinct paths in the U.S. market, signaling that Asian spirits are evolving beyond a single trend
As consumer interest grows, soju, shōchū, and baijiu are following distinct paths in the U.S. market, signaling that Asian spirits are evolving beyond a single trend
Japanese whisky, long dominated by two players, has seen an influx of new producers in recent years—and now a few standout brands are reaching maturity and garnering acclaim
Stricter production standards for Japanese whisky are already shaking up the category, from established brands reclassifying SKUs as world whisky to a new influx of Japanese whiskies arriving stateside
With lax regulations and little transparency, the liquid in the bottle may be different from what you expect
The Japanese spirit is showing gains in the U.S. market—particularly as a base spirit for cocktails
Separating the myths from the facts about sake can help consumers better understand this niche category