--- product_id: 3885057 title: "The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink Paperback – May 25, 2020" brand: "christopher pellegrini" price: "1529594₫" currency: VND in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.vn/products/3885057-the-shochu-handbook-an-introduction-to-japans-indigenous-distilled-drink store_origin: VN region: Vietnam --- # The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink Paperback – May 25, 2020 **Brand:** christopher pellegrini **Price:** 1529594₫ **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink Paperback – May 25, 2020 by christopher pellegrini - **How much does it cost?** 1529594₫ with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vn](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/3885057-the-shochu-handbook-an-introduction-to-japans-indigenous-distilled-drink) ## Best For - christopher pellegrini enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted christopher pellegrini brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink Paperback – May 25, 2020 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71q7IqcZnvL.jpg) ![The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink Paperback – May 25, 2020 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71dGmPLynmL.jpg) ![The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink Paperback – May 25, 2020 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31nzRIKVc5L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enthusiastic and informative insights into an underappreciated liquor *by C***S on September 23, 2018* Unlike nihonshu ('sake'), which has been well-known (although often misunderstood) outside Japan, and Japanese whisky, which has experienced such a boom in global popularity that iconic offerings are increasingly difficult (or costly) to procure, shochu is a drink that has largely flown under the radar outside its home country. It's a quirky beverage in that it can be made from wide variety of base ingredients (resulting in strikingly different flavor profiles), its alcohol content is in that rare middle ground between fermented drinks (e.g., beer, wine, sake) and most distilled drinks (e.g., whisky, vodka, etc.), and unlike sake is mostly produced in a concentrated region within Japan (the southern island of Kyushu, and Okinawa in the case of shochu's sibling drink, awamori) despite its popularity throughout the country. Through his lively and engaging writing, Chris Pellegrini introduces the reader to shochu, explaining what it is (and what it is NOT) and other useful details in a way that is concise, informative, and interesting. Regardless of whether you're a shochu novice or a more experienced hand, this book will have something for everyone. If you haven't tried shochu before, what are you waiting for? And if you have already, this book will leave you thirsty for more. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well-written and Informative - a great shochu book for novices and the knowledgeable alike *by G***O on July 24, 2014* I've been waiting for a book like this for a long time and I know I am not alone. This book is an excellent introduction to shochu and will be informative even to experienced, educated tipplers. It's high time that shochu received the deep, enthusiastic, serious treatment wine, beer, sake, whisky - you name it - have received. "The Shochu Handbook" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone with an interest in drinks or food and, as its title implies, a useful book to have on hand, be it at the bar, in the kitchen, or even in the library.Pellegrini is the perfect person to bring shochu to the rest of us. There is no one in the English-speaking world who shares his rare combination of knowledge, experience, qualifications, and - of the utmost importance - ability to meaningfully share that knowledge and experience with his audience.That "The Shochu Handbook" is packed with helpful information is to be expected. The added bonus is that it is well-written, too. In a tone both erudite and conversational, Pellegrini manages to make the complex elements of shochu's production and service easily understandable and to make every section of the book delightful - I found myself reading pairing suggestions on the subway and enjoying it (and I'm really not much of a cook or host at all).As the shochu world grows and evolves, I'll be looking forward to future editions of "The Shochu Handbook" or its successors. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Christopher Pellegrini does a fine job of explaining the basics of making shochu *by L***K on May 30, 2015* This book about Shochu 焼酎 has a format similar to John Gauntner's Sake Handbook (Tuttle, 2002). Christopher Pellegrini does a fine job of explaining the basics of making shochu, describing the various ingredients, introducing individual brews to the reader, and sharing some interesting shochu recipes. It is straightforward, witty, and very readable.I lived and worked in Japan at トヨタ自動車 (Toyota). I am an ASP Certified Sake Professional (Sake Education Council). As of January 3, 2016 I have sampled over 359 日本酒 Nihonshu (sake) and 43 kinds of awamori and shochu. I find The Shochu Handbook to be very helpful. It is a topic that needs advocates, such as, Mr. Pellegrini to better inform us sakenomi 酒飲み (酒/焼酎 enthusiasts.). I applaud your efforts, Christopher Pellegrini. Note: You can purchase several shochu from Rick and Hiroko Smith at Sakayanyc.com. I recommend Kan no Ko 神の河 麦焼酎 (mugi shochu), Satsuma Hozan Imo (sweet potato), 泡盛 Hiryu 飛龍 Zuisen 瑞泉, and 泡盛 Hakuryu 白龍 Zuisen 瑞泉, all of them mentioned in the book.LaMonte Heflick, author Pup Fiction Books (rempub.com) and Certified Advanced Sake Professional (ASP), Sake Education Council Feb 2014.Kanpai/Ganbei 乾杯/干杯 ## Frequently Bought Together - The Shochu Handbook - An Introduction to Japan's Indigenous Distilled Drink - The Complete Guide to Japanese Drinks: Sake, Shochu, Japanese Whisky, Beer, Wine, Cocktails and Other Beverages - The Sake Handbook: All the information you need to become a Sake Expert! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vn/products/3885057-the-shochu-handbook-an-introduction-to-japans-indigenous-distilled-drink](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/3885057-the-shochu-handbook-an-introduction-to-japans-indigenous-distilled-drink) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vietnam* *Store origin: VN* *Last updated: 2026-05-15*