Katsuyama Den Junmai Daiginjo

By |May 22, 2024|Categories: , , , |

Established in 1688, Katsuyama is a sake brewery with traditions lasting well over three century. They were established to brew the upscale sake enjoyed exclusively by the feudal lords of the Sendai domain, where was founded by Japan's Most famous samurai & military commander Date Masamune. To this day, Katsuyama carries on the reputation and tradition of its origins as a brewery for the lords.

Brewed with a traditional sake brewing method,  Den features a fruity aroma and distinct rich flavors. This sake has the true characteristics of a Junmai Daiginjo. Its crisp and clean umami stands out clearly and lingers as a distinctly mouthwatering aftertaste. It is an excellent choice to pair with tuna and salmon sushi/sashimi. It also goes well with meat and meat dishes prepared in both Japanese and western style.

Den means "tradition," referring to the traditional way this sake is brewed.

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.

Kakurei Junmai Ginjo Sake

By |June 21, 2021|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.

Kajikawa Junmai Daiginjo

By |July 23, 2024|Categories: , , , |

Kajikawa Junmai Daiginjo is a clean and refined sake. Combines silky and mild taste with light, gentle aromas of chestnuts, rice, toast, brown sugar and raisins. Named in honor of the majestic Kajikawa river that provides and indispensable water resource for the brewery in making premium sakes.

Jikon Junmai Ginjo Omachi

By |August 15, 2023|Categories: , , , |

--- Limited Availability --- Jikon (now or never) is a sake that lives up to its name. Bright, bracing and full of energy and elegance this is a sake that seizes the moment. Made by Tadayoshi Onishi in his family's traditional brewery in small batches using traditional methods and equipments. Drink it chilled, Kampai!!

Izumo Fuji Yamadanishiki 50 Junmai Ginjo

By |March 22, 2022|Categories: , , , |Tags: , |

Founded in 1939, the Fuji brewery is managed by the 3rd generation Imaoka family in the town of Izumo. The town is famous for its shrine, Izumo Taisha, built in the 8th century. This shrine is regarded as the oldest and most important shrine in all of Japan. In its name, Izumo Fuji sake pays tribute to both this shrine and to Mt. Fuji, the most loved and revered symbol of Japan. The Imaoka family brews using old school and traditional methods without modern machines. They do everything by hand: steaming using an old-fashioned Japanese steamer, koji making, and pressing by fune press, or wooden vat, a very gentle method.

It shows pineapple, candied sugar, subtle pear on the nose. On the palate it is juicy, soft and melting.

Izumo Fuji Junmai Ancient Shrine

By |July 27, 2023|Categories: , , , |Tags: , |

Izumo Fuji Junmai Ancient Shrine is made with Yamada Nishiki rice grown in Shimane prefecture. The brewery is located in the town of Izumo, home to one of Japan’s oldest and most revered Shinto shrines. Izumo Fuji Junmai Ancient Shrine has violet aroma, plum on palate; soft, relaxed, and expansive in texture. An “umami type” of sake with ricey dryness. Serve chilled, room temperature or warmed. Versatile but best with rich foods like Japanese stews, grilled steak, and briny shellfish.

Izumibashi Dragonfly Gold Kimoto 35 junmai Daiginjo

By |May 22, 2024|Categories: , , , |

Believing that good sake is made with good rice, Izumibashi is one of the few breweries in Japan that polish and grow their own sake-rice with their own hands. The name Izumibashi comes from the Izumi river which used to irrigate their fields, and Hashi their family name - together Izumibashi means Izumi Bridge. This luxurious junmai daiginjo is ready for an evening of elegance! Rich aromas of ripe apple and melon envelop the senses, with whispers of anise and coconut milk. Juicy fruit and rice flavors dance on the palate dressed in an unforgettable silky smoothness. Made using the unique and rare Rakufumai sake rice polished to 35% paired with traditional kimoto production methods create a brew of the highest caliber.

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!
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