Think you know Japanese alcohol? Think again. In this episode, the Krewe dives into shochu — Japan’s most beloved distilled spirit that somehow still flies under the radar outside the country. We sit down with Christopher Pellegrini, founder of Honkaku Spirits and one of the world’s leading voices on shochu, to break it all down. Whether you're new to shochu or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is a great place to start. Kanpai!

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------ Past Food & Beverage Episodes ------

Craving Ramen ft. Shinichi Mine of TabiEats (S4E11)

Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats (S3E15)

Sippin' Sake ft. Brian Ashcraft (S1E19)

Talking Konbini: Irasshaimase! (S1E3)

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