Mimurosugi Dio Abita Junmai Ginjo

By |September 26, 2024|Categories: , , , , |

Dio Abita (“God dwells” in Italian) is crafted with “water of the gods” from Mt. Miwa and Yamada Nishiki rice with a rice polishing ratio of 60%. It is a single heat-treated genshu sake with an alcohol content of 13%, created without the use of carbon filtration. Fresh, lemonade-like Ginjo aroma, fruity juiciness, well-rounded sweetness and umami and clean acidity on the finish. An absolutely divine experience that leaves you wanting more.

Yuki Otoko Yeti Honjozo Sake

By |September 25, 2024|Categories: , , , , |

Yuki Otoko "Yeti" Honjozo Sake 1800ml

  • Serving temp: Chilled, at room temperature, or warm
  • Tasting notes: Dry, clean, & light with hints of umami and sweetness. Smooth & refreshing like melting snow.
  • Food pairing: Yakitori (skewered chicken), Simmered pork (kakuni) , Grilled salmon
  • Aoki Shuzo has been awarded gold medals at the Japan National Sake Competition in 2016, 2014,2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, etc.
 

Kakurei Junmai Ginjo Sake

By |September 25, 2024|Categories: , , , , |

Moderately aromatic, lightly floral, hints of banana & pear.  Soft clean finish. Aoki Shuzo is located in the Minami-Uonuma district, which is well know as the best appellation for the cultivation of the most popular table rice Koshi Hikari.  Aoki has awarded gold medals at the Japan National Sake Competition many times such as in 2016, 2014, 2013, 2011, 2010 etc. Kakurei Junmai Ginjo was awarded Gold at “Joy of Sake” US National Sale Appraisal in 2015 and 2019.

Konteki Sake Pack

By |September 5, 2024|Categories: , , , , , |

Compare and contrast these 2 delicious sakes, one made as Junmai Daiginjo the other as Daiginjo that was brewed in the same way with the same ingredients as Pearls of Simplicity but with a touch of distilled alcohol to open up aromatics and lighten the overall impact. Konteki means “dew drops of the earth” while Higashiyama (the brewery name) translates to “eastern hill.“ Brewery workers have been known to start their days watching the sun rise over the mountains until the dew drops glisten as if they were the Tears of Dawn. Kampala!!!  

Konteki Tears of Dawn Daiginjo Sake

By |September 5, 2024|Categories: , , , |

Brewed in the same way with the same ingredients as Pearls of Simplicity but with a touch of distilled alcohol to open up aromatics and lighten the overall impact. Konteki means “dew drops of the earth” while Higashiyama (the brewery name) translates to “eastern hill.“ Brewery workers have been known to start their days watching the sun rise over the mountains until the dew drops glisten as if they were the Tears of Dawn. Konteki Tears of Dawn Daiginjo Sake has notes of tropical banana, anise seed, and truffle. These same flavors come rushing through the full-bodied palate followed by a velvety and dangerously smooth finish. Try with braised pork ribs, fresh oysters or smoked gouda cheese.

Iwanoi Spanish Galleon Yamahai Junmai Daiginjo Genshu

By |September 4, 2024|Categories: , , , |Tags: |

The best Iwase makes. It combines 40% polish rate with their super hard “shell” water and umami rich lactic acid production. This is not a highly aromatic, fruit bomb Daiginjo. Because it’s brewed with Aramasa yeast, it’s got low aroma and a salty, savory finish. Geeks only, please. Most sake isn’t actually great with sushi but this one is!

Afuri Terra/Y Junmai Yamahai

By |September 4, 2024|Categories: , , , |Tags: |

90% polished rice balances double the typical amount of Koji with the lactic acid production of Yamahai. The 40% Koji (starch to rice converting mold) gives layers of pine nut brittle and roast chestnuts. The Yamahai lends earthy mushrooms and the highest grade Hyogo grown Yamadanishiki offers pineapple flavors often associated with Daiginjo. Earthy flavors suggested the name Terra/Y.

IWA 5 Sake Assemblage 1

By |August 27, 2024|Categories: , , , |Tags: , , |

** Limited ** Only 6 bottles available ** Discover the exceptional IWA 5 Sake, assemblage 1, the first one crafted by the renowned Richard Geoffroy. This sake is truly unique, made from three different premium sake rice varieties sourced from different regions, and five strains of yeast (kobo) that bring out a range of aromas and flavors. Every aspect of the sake, from its name (IWA 5 Sake), to its bottle design, and the precise assemblage of ingredients, has been carefully crafted to create a perfectly balanced and harmonious experience. Explore the many layers of this well-balanced sake with beautiful acidity, and savor the unique and unforgettable taste. Richard Geoffroy, formerly the Chef de Cave for Dom Pérignon, has poured his expertise into this masterpiece. Experience the best of Japanese sake with IWA 5 Sake. IWA 5 Sake assemblage 1 can respond to different temperature points in different glassware, showcasing soft fruitiness  (pip fruit, ripe pear) at lower temperatures, involving to a glorified character of rice, thicker, grainy and slightly astringent, roasted rice on higher temperatures. Kampai!!!

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