• Brewery: Higashiyama Brewery
• Alcohol: 15.5% by volume
• Classification: Junmai Daiginjo
• Prefecture: Kyoto
• Rice Type: Yamada Nishiki (山田錦)
• Seimaibuai: 50%
• Sake Meter Value: +2
• Bottle Size: 720ml

Konteki “Pearls of Simplicity” Junmai Daiginjo is produced by Higashiyama Brewery in Kyoto, where the soft waters of Fushimi play an important role in the character of the sake.

Made with Yamada Nishiki rice polished to 50%, Pearls of Simplicity takes a restrained approach to Junmai Daiginjo. Aromas of white flowers and Asian pear are followed by honeydew melon, subtle citrus and freshly steamed rice. The palate is clean and composed, with gentle fruit, a mineral character and a smooth rice-driven texture through the finish.

What I particularly enjoy about Pearls of Simplicity is that it does not rely on intense aromatics to make an impression. It shows the quieter side of Junmai Daiginjo, where purity, texture and balance are more important than exuberance.

Serving Temperature: Serve chilled, around 45–50°F. Allowing it to warm slightly in the glass will reveal more of its rice and mineral character.

Food Pairing: Excellent with scallops, sashimi, sushi, grilled white fish, poached lobster, shrimp, pork tenderloin, chicken, tofu dishes and lightly seasoned vegetables.