SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso Wins Gold Award at 2026 Monde Selection Spirits & Liqueurs Category
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- SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso Wins Gold Award at 2026 Monde Selection Spirits & Liqueurs Category
- The Japanese herbal liqueur "SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso" has won a Gold Quality Award at the 2026 Monde Selection. This award recognizes its multifaceted quality and the international acknowledgment of efforts to convey the value of satoyama resources through sake brewing.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: April 10, 2026
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The Japanese herbal liqueur "SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso" has won a Gold Quality Award at the 2026 Monde Selection. This award recognizes its multifaceted quality and the international acknowledgment of efforts to convey the value of satoyama resources through sake brewing.
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- SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso Wins Gold Award at 2026 Monde Selection Spirits & Liqueurs Category (April 10, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- April 10, 2026
The Japanese herbal liqueur "SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso" has won a Gold Quality Award at the 2026 Monde Selection. This award recognizes its multifaceted quality and the international acknowledgment of efforts to convey the value of satoyama resources through sake brewing.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: April 10, 2026 at 21:03
- 🔍 Collected: April 11, 2026 at 00:24 (3h 20m after Published)
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: April 20, 2026 at 03:37 (219h 12m after Collected)
### Evaluated from Multiple Perspectives Including Aroma, Taste, Appearance, and Packaging
At Monde Selection, product quality is judged from various viewpoints such as appearance, aroma, taste, packaging, and overall assessment. Judging is conducted by independent experts, and the Gold Award is presented to products with a final evaluation score of **80% to 89%**. SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso has received a Gold Award in this international evaluation.
### Praised as "A blend with sweetness and herbaceousness, leaving a smooth lingering finish"
The sensory evaluation report summarizes SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso as: **"A blend with sweetness and herbaceousness, leaving a smooth lingering finish."** The bottle is described as having a simple and elegant impression, with characteristics including its deep brown liquid color, an aroma reminiscent of caramel with herbal nuances, and a smooth taste that transitions from sweetness to mild spiciness and herbaceousness.
Furthermore, the report notes room for further refinement and complexity in both aroma and taste. Overall, it was evaluated as a unique herbal liqueur possessing a balance of sweetness and bitterness, a smooth texture, and approachability.
### Infusing the Charm of Satoyama Resources into a Glass of Liqueur
SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso is a Japanese herbal liqueur that harnesses the aromas and flavors of satoyama flora. It is crafted to deliver a gentle, deep taste by carefully bringing out the charm of regional nature and ingredients.
This award is not only a recognition of the product's quality itself but also an acknowledgment on the international stage of our efforts to re-evaluate the new value of satoyama resources and communicate it through sake brewing.
### Award Commemorative Free Shipping Campaign
To celebrate this award, a free shipping campaign is being held at our online shop (https://ohsb.base.shop/) until the end of April.
Keywords: Craft, Liqueur, Herb, Herbal Medicine, Taga Town, Kuromoji, Shiso, Regional Resources, Monde Selection, Gold Award
FAQ
Which product won the Gold Quality Award in the Spirits & Liqueurs category at the 2026 Monde Selection?
SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso won the Gold Quality Award in the Spirits & Liqueurs category at the 2026 Monde Selection.
What score range qualifies a product for the Gold Award at the 2026 Monde Selection?
Products must achieve a final evaluation score of 80% to 89% to qualify for the Gold Award at the 2026 Monde Selection.
What were the key sensory characteristics noted in the evaluation of SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso?
The evaluation noted deep brown liquid color, caramel aroma with herbal nuances, and a smooth taste transitioning from sweetness to mild spiciness and herbaceousness.
How did the Monde Selection sensory report describe the overall flavor profile of SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso?
The report described it as a blend with sweetness and herbaceousness, leaving a smooth lingering finish and possessing a balance of sweetness and bitterness.
What aspects of SATONOWA® No.3 Kuromoji & Red Shiso were highlighted in terms of packaging and appearance?
The bottle was noted for its simple and elegant impression, contributing positively to the product's overall assessment in the 2026 Monde Selection evaluation.