Bulk Shōchū — supplied to brand owners and bottlers worldwide.
Sasma supplies Shōchū in bulk to brand owners, private label producers, and bottlers worldwide. A traditional Japanese distilled spirit with a clean, versatile character, Shōchū is well suited to private label bottling, RTD formulations, and flavoured spirits applications — and is one of Japan’s most commercially significant spirits categories.
Contact our sales team for current availability and pricing.
Additional Information
Available Expressions
Sasma supplies Shōchū across a range of base ingredients and specifications. Contact our sales team to confirm current stock, available styles, ABV, and minimum order quantities.
Packaging Options
Sasma supplies bulk alcohol and spirits in 25,000-litre ISO containers, 1,000-litre IBCs, and HDPE drums. Drum shipments require a minimum of 80 drums per container, depending on the product. Stock can be shipped direct from distillery or from our warehouses in Europe and the USA, supporting efficient delivery to your location.
All formats comply with international transport and safe handling requirements. Contact our sales team to confirm the right packaging format for your product and destination.
Why Choose Sasma?
Sasma BV is one of the world’s largest independently owned bulk alcohol and spirits suppliers. Since 2002, we have supplied brand owners, bottlers, and private label producers in over 70 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. We are certified to FSSC 22000 — one of the highest internationally recognised food safety management standards — ensuring traceability and compliance across our supply chain.
Our sales, logistics, and operations teams support every order from first inquiry through to final delivery. Contact us by phone or email, or submit an inquiry using the form linked below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shōchū?
Shōchū is a traditional Japanese distilled spirit, typically produced from rice, barley, sweet potato, or other starches. It is distilled to a lower ABV than most Western spirits — generally between 25% and 45% — and carries a cleaner, more delicate character than its Korean counterpart, Soju. It is Japan’s most consumed domestic spirit by volume.
What is the difference between Shōchū and Soju?
Shōchū and Soju are distinct products from different countries. Shōchū is a Japanese spirit produced under specific Japanese regulations, typically from a single base ingredient such as rice, barley, or sweet potato. Soju is a Korean spirit often produced from a blend of grains or starches. The two differ in production method, flavour profile, and regulatory definition — and cannot be used interchangeably on product labelling in most markets.
What are the typical applications for bulk Shōchū?
Shōchū is well suited to private label bottling, RTD and canned cocktail formulations, and flavoured spirits development. Its growing international profile makes it a commercially attractive category for brand owners targeting premium Asian-inspired products.
What documentation is provided with each shipment?
All Sasma shipments include full quality and compliance documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (CoA). Our team can advise on specific requirements for your market and customs jurisdiction.
Can Sasma supply to our market?
We supply to customers in over 70 countries. Contact us to confirm delivery to your location and to discuss any market-specific import requirements.