A Dream Forged in Iron: The Moment My Soul Resonated with ZEMON

A Dream Forged in Iron: The Moment My Soul Resonated with ZEMON

When I first stood before ZEMON at Saburomaru Distillery, I didn’t see a machine. I saw a dream.

I saw the collective “will” of the people of Toyama, forged in iron and fire.

As a bartender who has spent years searching for the heart of spirits, my visit to this historic distillery was not just a tour—it was a profound encounter with a revolutionary spirit.

Looking at the world’s first cast-iron pot still, I felt a weight that was far heavier than the iron itself.

It was the weight of obsession.

I remember the heat of the distillery, the scent of heavy smoke, and the quiet pride in the eyes of the team who dared to challenge the “impossible.”

They didn’t just innovate; they poured their lives into creating a new destiny for Japanese whisky.

In that moment, I felt a deep resonance.

I, who once could barely drink alcohol, now dedicate my life to sharing these stories. This isn’t just business; it is “Hitsuzen” (Inevitability).

“When you touch the heart of the maker, the spirit becomes a living thing.”

Every time I pour a glass of Saburomaru at Bar Little Happiness in Hiroshima, I am reliving that moment of awe.

I want you to feel the same vibration—the rugged beauty and the unyielding fire of the Hokuriku region—right here at my counter. Let the iron-born smoke be the bridge that connects your evening to the soul of the maker.

↓Deep Dive into the Story: For those who wish to explore the full, detailed history and my personal reflections on this distillery, please visit our original column here (Japanese): (You can use the language switcher at the top of our site to translate the page into your preferred language.)↓

三郎丸蒸留所見学体験記② 世界初のポットスチル「ZEMON」誕生秘話

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