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Abe Shuzo, located in Niigata, underwent a revival when the 6th-generation ABE, the current Toji, took over the brewery in 2015. Mr. Yuta Abe and his highly enthusiastic team place a strong emphasis on flavor and prioritize it over efficiency, with the guiding principle of "Enjoy Fermentation." ABE Junmai displays a striking umami flavor at the start, accompanied by melon notes, and finishes with a grapefruit-like bitterness. A standard junmai sake in the Abe series. This sake has a good balance of rice flavor and acidity. -
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Product will be shipped in 5 working days.Made with yeast derived from a rose flower. It looks cherry colored from the yeast but it smells like cherries too. It’s creamy and packed with umami from the cold lactic fermentation (Kimoto) and the super geeky Hyogo grown Aiyama rice only polished to 90%. Then the rose flower yeast adds a layer of refreshing acidity and a hint of sweetness. Afuri Ohana Kimoto Junmai Muroka Nama can be served chilled or room temperature, try it with grilled pork, seared steak or as you begin your afternoon. -
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Amabuki Gin no Kurenai Junmai, 720ml Amabuki Sakes use proprietary flower yeasts that give their sakes a unique taste. This sake is a revolution in the taste color and aroma of sake. From the moment you pour this unique sake into your glass, you won’t believe your eyes. The beautiful rosé color comes from the use of ancient black rice. The flavor is lightly sweet and fruity, but it’s the color that will really wow you. This is an ideal sake to serve for any celebration or it makes the perfect gift! -
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Founded in 1849, the Tajima Brewery is managed by the 6th generation of the family. The brewery specializes in the production of yamahai sake. The traditional yamahai method of brewing sake takes 3 times longer than modern methods, but it gives the sake an exceptionally layered and complex flavor. The Tajima family named their sake Fuku Chitose to express their wish that their sake will always bring happiness to those who drink it. Fuku means “happiness” while chitose means “forever”.
Tasting Note: Savory aromas of pumpkin and spices with complex earthy flavors. The finish is dry and long lasting.
Food Pairing: Serve at room temperature or warmed with slow-cooked pork belly, braised short rib, and nutty cheese.
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Founded in 1849, the Tajima Brewery is managed by the 6th generation of the family. The brewery specializes in the production of yamahai sake. The traditional yamahai method of brewing sake takes 3 times longer than modern methods, but it gives the sake an exceptionally layered and complex flavor. The Tajima family named their sake Fuku Chitose to express their wish that their sake will always bring happiness to those who drink it. Fuku means “happiness” while chitose means “forever”.
Compare and contrast this 2 delicious YAMAHAI sakes, Fuku Chitose Yamahai Junmai and Fuku Chitose Toku Yamahai Junmai Ginjo. Kampai!! -
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Fukucho Forgotten Fortune Junmai is a premium Japanese sake produced by Imada Shuzo, a renowned sake brewery located in the Hiroshima prefecture in Japan. This sake is made using traditional methods, with a focus on using high-quality ingredients and a dedication to craftsmanship. Fukucho Forgotten Fortune Junmai is made from Hattanso rice, an extinct heirloom breed which is polished to 75% of its original size, resulting in the best expression of rice flavor, balance, and complexity. Fukucho Forgotten Fortune Junmai is full flavor, earthy touches and great texture with a long, persistent finish. Fukucho Forgotten Fortune Junmai is a versatile sake that pairs well with a variety of dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and other seafood dishes. It also pairs well with grilled meats, tempura, and other savory dishes. The sake can be served chilled or at room temperature, depending on the occasion and personal preference. Overall, Fukucho Forgotten Fortune Junmai is a beautifully crafted sake that showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese sake brewing. Its delicate flavors and elegant texture make it a great choice for any occasion, whether you are enjoying it with a meal or sipping it on its own. -
Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is a unique and refreshing Japanese sparkling sake produced by Imada Shuzo, a renowned brewery located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. This sake is made using traditional methods, with a focus on using local ingredients and a dedication to quality. Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is made from high-quality Nakase Shinsenbon rice. The rice is polished to 70% of its original size. The sake is then brewed using natural spring water from the local area, which adds a unique mineral quality to the finished product. One of the most distinctive features of Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is its effervescence. This sake is carbonated using a secondary fermentation process, which creates a fine and persistent bubble that adds a refreshing and lively texture to the drink. On the nose, Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake offers delicate and fruity aromas, with notes of lemon-lime and apple aromas with a soft, frothy finish This sparkling sake is versatile and pairs well with a variety of dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and other seafood dishes. It is also a great option for toasting or enjoying on its own as an aperitif. Overall, Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is a beautifully crafted sake that offers a unique and refreshing drinking experience. Its delicate flavors and effervescence make it a great choice for any occasion. Sparkling sake made through secondary fermentation in bottle. Toji Miho Imada uses a little white koji in this sake, resulting in citrus notes and refreshing finish. Fukucho Seaside Sparkling Junmai Sake has crisp notes of lemon-lime and apple aromas with a soft, frothy finish. Pairs well with seafood. Try with West Coast oysters, spicy shellfish dishes or fruit-based desserts. -
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Heavensake is a a composition by acclaimed French Cellar Master, Regis Camus, in collaboration with Japan's most respected sake breweries. Heavensake Junmai 12 has notes of salted caramel with a bright, fresh finish, this sake has 25% less alcohol and calories than classic sakes without compromising on taste. It pairs well with anything from a light snack to your favorite risotto. -
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Heavensake is a a composition by acclaimed French Cellar Master, Regis Camus, in collaboration with Japan's most respected sake breweries. Compare and contrast these 3 premium Japanese sake. Heavensake Junmai Daiginjo Noir is delicately floral with a vibrant early summer fruits flavor. Heavensake Junmai Ginjo Azur has notes of milk chocolate, sweet nuts, rice pudding. Perfect sake for red wine/dry white wine drinkers. Heavensake Junmai 12 has notes of salted caramel with a bright, fresh finish, this sake has 25% less alcohol and calories than classic sakes without compromising on taste. -
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The Hojo Biden Yamahai Junmai is a bold sake designed to match the rich flavors of the local Fukuoka cuisine. Brewed a touch sweeter than a common sake, the off dry flavor is balanced by a stronger alcohol presence of 16-17% and higher than average acid from the yamahai brewing process. Aged for 2 years in bottle before release to allow the flavors to mellow and harmonize. It has notes of honey, almonds, and vanilla lead to a balanced palate. The sweetness and acidity give this Sake body and depth, which make it the perfect match for rich cuisines like grilled mackerel, miso marinated pork loin, or spicy hot pot. -
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Subtle hint of umami rich kombu dashi with slight pepperiness ending in warm aroma freshly cooked rice. Dry and bright acidity reminiscent of a Gruner Veltliner or Sancerre followed by rich savoriness with a slight hint of ripe banana in the finish. Savory finish that cleanses the pallet for the next bite. -
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Imayo Tsukasa IMA Junmai Sake has refreshing fruity aroma upfront with cleansing acidity with a slight briny and mineral finish. It was also special brewed to pair well with oysters. The sake is gentle sweet with sour tones. It's made with a special yeast that cultivates manic acid, which enhance the body's ability to absorb the oysters nutrients. -
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A lively and bracing sake, full bodied and assertive. Initial fruit notes of white peach balanced by darker shades of fresh cut herbs and a definitive saline finish that makes it an ideal pairing for fresh seafood and a knockout pairing for freshly cracked oysters. Made from heirloom Bizen Omachi rice milled to 53%. -
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Product will be shipped in 5 working days.Most aged sake (koshu) is sweet but this is bone dry from the nutrient rich fermentation. There’s nice acidity even on the nose. Look for salted key lime pie amid the caramel and nuts. The palate features complex amino acids from the cold lactic fermentation (Kimoto). Adding to the fun is cult Aramasa yeast #6 and 7 years aging in 1800ml bottles. On the dry finish you can really taste the ocean water. Iwanoi 7 Year Kimoto Junmai Koshu should be served just below or above room temperature with yakitori, goose, sturgeon nitsuke, mackerel, salted nuts, dark chocolate. -
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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. -
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Authentically-brewed Dry Junmai Sake is sealed into New Casks of Yoshino Cedar, and is only broken open for bottling once the sake reaches Kiku Masamune’s standard of excellence. We invite you to experience the invigorating cedar aroma and soft yet bright flavors. A nod to the Edo Period of Japan, when sake first started being produced on an industrial level, and was stored and transported in large wooden barrels by ship -
Kirin-Zan Junmai Sake- Dry, clean sake with herbal and minty aromas. This is a representative Junmai sake made in Niigata, the heartland of Japanese premium sake production
- Serving temp.: Chilled, room temperature or luke-warm
- Tasting note: Herbal, minty and slightly gamey. Dry, lean.
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A classic Gohyakumangoku smooth sake by Niigata Meiji. The Silver-label Junmai is a feat of delicate fruit aromas. This soft, pleasant sake is a major crowd pleaser with hints of banana and citrus beneath a gentle rice flavor, followed by cleansing finish. Pairing with both eastern and western dishes, and excellent at every temperature. -
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Takeshi-san, from the local Agakita district in Niigata, is a certified first grade licensed brewer who has been making sake since 1986. His sake reflect his effort to keep in mind the principle of producing sake with sweetness and softness in a natural environment and by sticking to the basics. He and the brewery have been awarded gold prize for five straight years in a row by the Annual Japan Sake Awards. The sake is mild and creamy. Complex savory flavors with hints of tropical fruits. It pairs well with spicy food, Teriyaki, Steamboats -
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The Junmai sake is stored at low temperatures for more than a year for maturation. All of flavors and aromas are in harmony with each other. Top flight producer of clean, pristine, connoisseur sake. Midorikawa Shuzo won gold medals at Japan National Sake Competition in 2015, 2008, etc. Serving temp.: Serve chilled, at room temp., or luke-warm (nuru-kan). Tasting note: Clean, smooth, and gracious. Mild and refreshing acidity. Elegant aroma. Subtle nose of melon and ginger. All of the elements are well-balanced. -
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Product will be shipped in 5 working days.Located at the foot of Mt. Kakuda in the Echigo Plain, Mine no Hakubai has over 400 years of history. Instead of the classic Niigata style of dry and short, they aim to create a “new” sake, centered on aroma, mellowness and deliciousness. A proprietary yeast lends herbs and acidity. While this is polished to 60% and using Yamagata rice, it’s more fascinating than your typical Ginjo. The nose is freshly expressed lemon skin oils. So fragrant! Then the herbs take over before it finally finishes with drying minerals. -
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Founded in the 1540’s, the Tomita Brewery is one of the oldest breweries in Japan and is now managed by the 15th generation of the family, Yasunobu Tomita, who is also the brewmaster. The Tomita’s named their sake Shichi Hon Yari, or “Seven Spearsmen,” after the leaders of the historic Battle of Shizugatake which was fought just outside their town of Kinomoto. Shichi Hon Yari Junmai is the classic representation of the brewery’s style with its traditional and modern dimensions. Earthy and rich aromatics and flavors meet elegance and softness in the finish. The bright acidity makes this a fun sake to pair with dishes outside of traditional Japanese cuisine, including Duck a l’orange and Yukhoe, Korean Steak Tartare. -
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sōtō, meaning 'outside' in japanese, is a celebration of the earth's purest elements brought together to make this premium quality all-natural product. tasting notes: clean and light on the palate, apple, soft rice, touch of umami all natural | gluten free | no additives | no preservatives | no added sugar | no sulfites -
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sōtō, meaning 'outside' in japanese, is a celebration of the earth's purest elements brought together to make this premium quality all-natural product. tasting notes: clean and light on the palate, apple, soft rice, touch of umami all natural | gluten free | no additives | no preservatives | no added sugar | no sulfites
