Undiluted, around 18-20% ABV sake. Most sake are diluted to 14-15% alcohol but Genshu have no added water and are typically heartier in flavor and body.
Momokawa Brewing of Japan’s (MBJ) passion for crafting fine saké dates back centuries to Japan’s Edo Period and has roots in the honorable way of the samurai. It is, however, the modern age of its saké brewing that is most revered. Under the direction of Toji Yoshio Koizumi, the world’s most awarded saké brewer, their saké continues to be extolled in Japan. The 13-member highly skilled and certified brew team is trained in the theory, techniques, and traditions of the renowned Nanbu Toji – a school of master brewers that originated in the Iwate Prefecture.
TASTING NOTES
Mildly sweet scent with notes of vanilla followed by flavors of coconut, currant, cream, and spice with a velvety, lingering finish. Layered and bold, round and robust.
SUGGESTED PAIRINGS
Perfect for spicy curry or Latin dishes, mac n’ cheese, cigars* and chocolate lava cake.
Receive a 15% discount with code “BOTTLE15” when you purchase 12 bottles or more. Club members receive a 20% discount for this product regardless of bottle quantity.
| per bottle | club price | case of 6 | club price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 720ml | $25 | $20 | $150 | $120 |
| Category/Style | Nigori Genshu |
| Milling/Polish | 75% |
| Alcohol | 19.8% |
| Rice | Masshigura |
| Profile | Dry, Earthy, Floral |
| Yeast | 901 |
| Serving Temperature | Shake and Enjoy Chilled |
| Sizes | 720ml, 300ml |
| Location | Aomori Prefecture |
| Toji | Yoshio Koizumi |
- Gluten-Free
- Sulfite-Free
