Specially imported Ao Ume from Japan, for you whom love Umeshu, why not try to make your own home-made Umeshu this summer. A great gift idea for Father's Day! Imported from Japan. Ingredients required:- 1. 250g Ao Ume 2. 250g Rock sugar (you may add more if you like it sweet!) 3. 500ml Vodka/ Japan Shochu (not availabe at our online store, you may get from wine shop or Japanese supermarket) INSTRUCTIONS Gather all the ingredient Wash and dry the plums thoroughly. Remove all the stem ends from the plums with a bamboo skewer or tooth pick. Discard the plums with any brown or blemished spots. Rinse the jar thoroughly with soap and hot water and wipe with a clean towel. While the jar is still hot, pour boiling water and shake to clean and drain. Air dry until completely dry. Damp the clean towel with shochu/ Vodka and wipe inside the jar. In the clean jar, put the plums in a single layer. Then cover the plums with rock sugar. Then put the plums in a single layer again, followed by sugar. Repeat this process until you’re done with the plums and sugar. Pour in the Shochu/ Vodka to the brim (Marked "Max" Seal, write the date on the jar, store in a cool, dark place and enjoy your fruity product in a year's time!
