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TASTING NOTE: The epitome of purity, this sake is more subtle and nuanced than most highly aromatic Junmai Daiginjos. It is based on the ideals of Zen Buddhism and "wabi-sabi," the belief that beauty within the arts should be as understated and pure as a simple strand of pearls.  Aromas of white flower, Asian pear & steamed rice. Finishes elegantly with rich minerality and rice texture. Serve slightly chilled.

Region: Shimane

Grade: Junmai Daiginjo

Seimaibuai: 50%

Nihonshu-Do: +2

ABV: 15.5% 

Rice: Yamada Nishiki

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HAKU Vodka, brought to life by the House of Suntory, is a Japanese premium craft vodka made from 100 percent Japanese white rice. HAKU begins its distillation process in Kagoshima, Kyushu, a region well-known for rice spirit making. The process includes a meticulous mill and polish, where 100 percent Japanese white rice is fermented to create a mash. The mash is distilled through pot stills to create a rice spirit, and then distilled a second time through two different processes to create its uniquely flavored liquid. This liquid is then blended and filtered through bamboo charcoal in Osaka, Japan. Learn More

Oka is made at Tsutsumi Distillery in Kumamoto Prefecture on Kyushu Island in Japan. It uses a base of 100% rice neutral spirit and is blended with botanicals that include both Macedonian and Himalayan juniper, seasonal Japanese citrus like yuzu, mandarin and sudachi, and young ginger. It is distilled six times and proofed at 43% ABV.

Tasting Note:
Bold citrus aromas of yuzu and mandarin greet the nose, followed by piney juniper and hints of pepper. On the palate there is spicy ginger root, clean rice sweetness, and vibrant lime zest, balanced by deeper juniper tones and a touch of herbal spice. The finish is clean, with lingering citrus and spice, and a smooth gently sweet rice base.

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Kujira Ryukyu Whisky 10 years was distilled from 100% premium Indica rice, and matured in White Oak Virgin casks for more than 10 years. Masahiro Distillery was founded in 1883, its history could trace back to Ryukyu Kingdom era. Masahiro Distillery is known for its production techniques, prominent qualities, and passion for innovation.

 

 

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KI NO BI Kyoto Dry Gin is created with Japanese botanicals such as yellow yuzu from the north of Kyoto Prefecture, hinoki wood chips (Japanese cypress), bamboo, gyokuro tea from the Uji region and green sanshō (Japanese peppercorn) berries.

Bottled at 45.7% ABV, KI NO BI uses a rice spirit base and peerless water sourced in the famous sake–brewing district, Fushimi.

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An elegant and finely polished Junmai Daiginjo with delicate aromas of pear, white peach, melon, and soft floral notes. The palate is silky and refined with subtle rice sweetness, gentle umami, and a smooth mineral character that gives the sake impressive balance and precision. The finish is long, clean, and graceful with lingering hints of fruit and savory nuance.

Region: Toyama Prefecture
Quality Grade: Junmai Daiginjo
Seimaibuai: Not listed
Nihonshu-Do: Not listed
Rice: Not listed
Alcohol: 15%

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The story within this bottle begins 500 years ago, along the shores of Okinawa’s iconic Ryukyu islands, where indica rice was fermented into the beloved native indulgence of awamori. The Hayashi 8 Year grows these same roots in new, revitalized soil. A single grain whisky aged eight years in bourbon casks is enriched by island air to a masterful oak and caramel complexity, flourished with tropical flavors unique only to the Hayashi name.

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This Junmai sake from Banshu Ikkon is a beautifully lean structured sake, light bodied and linear, with the distinctive bright and spicy finish unique to brewmaster Yuichi Tsubosaka. While Kita Nishiki is a rice developed locally in Hyogo it is more characteristic of rice grown in the far north, with a firm grain that dissolves more slowly, producing sake of tight structure and clean flavors as opposed to the luscious rice types that made the area famous. It does retain a brightness of character unique to the region, and typical of all Banshu Ikkon sake.

Region: Hyogo

Grade: Junmai

Seimaibuai: 60%

Nihonshu-Do: +10

ABV: 15%

Rice: Kita Nishiki

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Tasting Note: An aromatic and expressive Yamahai sake with notes of tart yogurt, mushroom, honey, banana, and steamed rice.

Region: Fukui Prefecture

Quality Grade: Yamahai Tokubetsu Junmai Muroka Genshu

Seimaibuai: 60%

Nihonshu-Do: +3.5

Rice: Gohyakumangoku

Alcohol: 16.5%

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This Junmai Daiginjo has a complex flavor and flawlessly balances umami, sweetness and tartness. Pleasantly floral, Kubota Manjyu’s refined aroma is in perfect harmony with its clean, silky and smooth texture. Notes of dried strawberry and nuts. A truly sublime tanrei-karakuchi (dry ＆ crisp) sake.

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Kubota 'Manju' Junmai Daiginjo offers a sophisticated and harmonious flavor profile, balancing umami, sweetness, and tartness. It presents a pleasantly floral aroma, with notes of dried strawberries and nuts. The clean, silky, and smooth texture leads to a truly sublime tanrei-karakuchi (dry & crisp) finish.

Region: Niigata Prefecture

Quality Grade: Junmai Daiginjo

Seimaibuai: 50% for Koji rice; 33% for mash rice

Nihonshu-Do: +2

Rice: Gohyakumangoku

Alcohol: 15.5%

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The nose on this “Specially Limited” sake is an amazing array of rose water, peach, papaya, sweet rice, nougat, and sugar aromas. It’s not fair! I’m sure when brewery owners taste sake that is not of their own making, they become jealous if they taste a sake like this. It’s simply not fair! How can rice and water taste like the best flavors in your life? Smooth, round, and velvety, this masterpiece is lush and sumptuous. So expressively smooth and layered, that flavors start counting themselves 1. Honey 2. Papaya 3. Maple syrup 4. Mango 5. Lemon sorbet. And on and on. This is more of an experience than a libation, as you feel your way to the soul of this brew. The take away from this sake is that there is a big difference between balance and perfect balance. This sake is a great lesson in rice umami goodness that rests on a seamless fluid which excels in a wine glass.

Region: Fukui Prefecture

Quality Grade: Junmai Daiginjo

Seimaibuai: 35%

Nihonshu-Do: +4.0

Rice: Yamada Nishiki

Alcohol: 16%

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Asahi-Shuzo Sake Brewing Company Co., Ltd. (Kubota) always puts quality first, and this is no different with Kubota “Senju.” This sake’s aim is to improve any meal, and it definitely succeeds. The modest nose and classic melon flavor are the perfect touch to a wide range of cuisine. Not only does it brighten your taste buds, but it's made through environmentally friendly practices. Since sake comes from nature, the brewers believe its creation shouldn’t harm the earth that births it.

Tasting Note:
Kubota Senjyu Ginjo presents a modest bouquet with classic melon flavors, offering a clean and crisp finish.

Region: Niigata Prefecture

Quality Grade: Ginjo

Seimaibuai: 50% for Koji rice; 55% for Kake rice

Nihonshu-Do: +5

Rice: Gohyakumangoku

Alcohol: 15%

 

 

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A soft and gently textured nigori sake with inviting aromas of coconut, vanilla cream, ripe banana, and steamed rice. The palate is rich and cloudy with mild sweetness balanced by delicate acidity and smooth rice-driven umami that gives the sake a comforting, rounded character. The finish is creamy yet clean with lingering tropical and savory notes.

Region: Shimane Prefecture
Quality Grade: Junmai Nigori
Seimaibuai: 58%
Nihonshu-Do: -1
Rice: Gohyakumangoku
Alcohol: 15%

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The kimoto method relies on ambient organisms to build up the acidity of the starter (shubo) to a point that the yeast, to be used in fermentation, can flourish. While traditionally made by teams of workers working in tandem to grinding rice with poles, Kura has made their annual kimoto production a community event, as visitors to the brewery grind the rice themselves using sanitized rubber boots! Notes of oat, and brown spices. Peppery, velvety, medium body with a dry finish.
Pairs well with lighter dishes such as beet salad, caprese, and goat cheese. This is a Nama Chozo Sake which means it has undergone only one intial pasteurization and not the 'traditional' second allowing for a more robust flavourful sake experience.

Region: New York, USA

Quality Grade: Junmai 

Seimaibuai: Various

Nihonshu-Do: 0.0

Rice: Calrose

Alcohol: 17.4%

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This high-end Kōchi-style Daiginjo is made just once a year in small batches, showcasing the brewery's dedication to craftsmanship. The rice is sourced from the Tojo region, considered one of the best for sake rice in Japan. After a slow fermentation process lasting 35 days at low temperatures, the sake is aged just below freezing for several months to achieve a soft texture and deep flavors while retaining bright, fresh, and citrus-like qualities.

This sake presents a fresh collection of aromas, including cherry, papaya, mango, cantaloupe, persimmon, simple syrup, and condensed milk. On the palate, it is light, balanced, bright, and refreshing, with flavors of Asian pear, green apple, grapefruit, cantaloupe, and lime, leading to a quick and dry mineral finish. ​

Region: Kōchi Prefecture​

Quality Grade: Junmai Daiginjo​

Seimaibuai: 30%​

Nihonshu-Do: +3​

Rice: Grade A Yamada Nishiki from Tojo​

Alcohol: 15%

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This lightly cloudy nigori sake has a soft, creamy texture with flavors of steamed rice, nuts, and slightly tart fruit. It strikes a beautiful balance between richness and dryness, with a clean finish that keeps it refreshing and food-friendly. This nigori sake is notable for its higher milling rate, technically qualifying it as Junmai Ginjo grade - a rare quality level for a cloudy sake.

Region: Shimane Prefecture

Quality Grade: Tokubetsu Junmai

Seimaibuai: 59%

Nihonshu-Do: +3

Rice: Gohyakumangoku

Alcohol: 15.6%

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BOUQUET: Floral, dried dates with a hint of nuts and toasted rice

PALATE: Silky, spicy, dry but smooth

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With the small amounts produced, the years of aging needed to produce each bottle and the centuries of experience crafting sake, Kikuhime has become one of the most renowned and sought after sake in the world, prized by chefs and restaurants for its nuanced pairings, and by collectors who enjoy the subtleties that develop over the years. 

BY or “Brew Year” references that unlike the extended aging for most Kikuhime this Daiginjo is released in the same year it was brewed to showcase its vibrancy. A complex, bold and dry sake. Has the fresh melon notes associated with highly polished sake, but contrasted by a big structure and chewy texture that broaden the flavor and make it exceedingly complex. Pairs beautifully with a broad range of food, excellent with simple preparations of white fish and vegetables but bold enough to pair with fatty tuna, pork and richer flavors.Can be consumed now to enjoy vibrant fruit or if aged will continue to develop earthy tones.

Region: Ishikawa Prefecture

Quality Grade: Daiginjo

Seimaibuai: 50%

Nihonshu-Do: N/A

Rice: Yamada Nishiki

Alcohol: 17.5%

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Region: Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan

Quality Grade: Tokubetsu Honjozo

Seimaibuai: 60%

Nihonshu-Do: N/A

Rice: Yamada Nishiki

Alcohol: 16%

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Made from the top quality sake rice in the US, this is a sake of nuance, depth and character, beautifully expressive and layered with an alluring texture. The pinnacle of the Brooklyn Kura lineup! Dry and light with a hint of honeysuckle, it pairs well with lighter dishes such as scallop crudo, crab cake and tuna tartare. This is a Nama Chozo Sake which means it has undergone only one intial pasteurization and not the 'traditional' second allowing for a more robust flavourful sake experience.

Region: New York, USA

Quality Grade: Junmai Ginjo

Seimaibuai: 60%

Nihonshu-Do: N/A

Rice: Yamada Nishiki

Alcohol: 16%

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