PREFACE:

There was a time in Japan when we adored watching the Ume (Japanese plum) flowers compared to the now well-known Sakura (cherry blossoms). Ume blossoms are a symbol of “elegance” and “grace.” We eat the fruit of the Ume as picked plum.  Amaretto, the liquor which tastes a bit bitter, goes well when mixed with various flavors. The Japanese plum falls in love with Amaretto, creating a tasty Japanese and Western harmony.