Ryoma
Ryoma Handcrafted Japanese Rum 40 70cl
The most singular expression of artisanal Japanese rum.
Ryoma Rhum Japonais is a Japanese rum produced by Kikusui Shuzo on the island of Shikoku from pure cane juice and cane honey obtained from locally cultivated sugarcane. Bottled at 40% ABV in a 70 cl format and aged in oak casks, it offers a distinctive aromatic profile with echoes of sake, shochu, nuts, candied citrus and vanilla.
Region
Isla de Shikoku, prefectura de Kōchi
Volume
70 cl
ABV
40% ABV
Edition
Standard
Price
On request
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Verified custody
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Discreet delivery
Premium protected packaging with no visible exterior branding.
Gift preparation
Gift presentation available under private request.
Ideal for
Tasting notes
Nose
Aromas of caramel, white flowers, vanilla, candied citrus, coconut and ginger, with more complex notes of toasted grain, fermented rice, nuts and a balsamic undertone.
Palate
Smooth and rounded, with caramel, vanilla, cacao, citrus fruits, light molasses and recollections of fermented rice and pastry.
Finish
Medium to long, warm, spiced and persistent, with echoes of nuts, dark berries and a subtly iodised or umami quality.
Editorial insight
Ryoma does not attempt to imitate the classic Caribbean rum. Its interest lies precisely in that Japanese perspective on rum: more precise, more fermentative, more connected to rice, toasted grains and saline or balsamic nuances. It is a bottle for those seeking a genuine rarity with a delicate yet complex profile.
Heritage & character
Kikusui Shuzo presents itself as a distillery guided by authenticity and craft, capable of producing a 100% Japanese rum — cultivated, distilled and aged within its own island environment. The island of Shikoku, less populous and more agricultural in character, provides context: local raw materials, handcrafted work and a Japanese interpretation of rum that departs from the more familiar Caribbean canon.
Technical sheet
- Brand
- Ryoma
- Category
- Ron artesanal japonés de jugo de caña
- Origin
- Isla de Shikoku, prefectura de Kōchi, Japón
- Producer
- Kikusui Shuzo Co.
- Volume
- 70 cl
- ABV
- 40% ABV
- Edition
- Standard
Food pairings
Bottle design
A sober bottle of Japanese inspiration, typically presented in a gift box. The aesthetic emphasises purity, craftsmanship and island origin.
Frequently asked questions
What type of spirit is Ryoma Rhum Japonais?
Ryoma Rhum Japonais is an artisanal Japanese rum produced by Kikusui Shuzo on the island of Shikoku. It is made from pure cane juice and cane honey of 100% Japanese origin and bottled at 40% ABV in a 70 cl format.
What makes Ryoma Rhum Japonais distinctive?
Its distinctiveness lies in its origin and style: it uses local Japanese sugarcane, is distilled in a stainless steel pot still and develops an aromatic profile that can recall sake or shochu, alongside notes of caramel, vanilla and candied citrus.
How is Ryoma Rhum Japonais best served?
Best enjoyed neat between 16 and 18°C, in a tulip glass or tasting vessel. It also works well in a dry highball or in straightforward cocktails that do not mask its aromatic character.
Is this a suitable bottle for gifting?
Yes. Its Japanese origin, its unusual style and its gift-box presentation make it a very fitting bottle for gifting, particularly for enthusiasts of singular spirits.
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