{"title":"Honjozo + Aruten","description":"This category features sake with added alcohol, \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eincluding honjozo, ginjo, and daiginjo. \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe added alcohol of aruten sakes is not to increase the alcohol percentage but rather to add dimension, texture, and \u003c\/span\u003earoma.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kamotsuru-tokusei-gold-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Kamotsuru Tokusei Gold Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a long-time best-selling sake at Umami Mart! A rare daiginjo (not junmai daiginjo), this sake is aromatic and quite dry. This is by any measure a killer sake for the price, but for those keeping score, each bottle comes with two gold flakes! A winner, as far as we're concerned. Snag this attractive-looking bottle for your next birthday obligation or just to enjoy on your own! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePresident Obama and the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe celebrated with this bottle of sake alongside their 12-course omakase meal at Sukiyabashi Jiro in 2014 – so you know this bottle is made for a special occasion! Featuring two gold leaves, Toji Ide-san recommends having this in a wine glass or ochoko very \u003cstrong\u003ewell chilled\u003c\/strong\u003e. Truly ahead of its time, this daiginjo was released in 1958, before the ginjo boom. Unlike other floral daiginjos, this sake is bold and full of umami – making it an ideal sake for pairing with food. In addition to \u003cstrong\u003esushi\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ide-san recommends this sake with \u003cstrong\u003esalted fava beans\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evinegared oysters\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Hiroshima, Japan by Kamotsuru Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Hattan 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 16.4% \/ SMV: +1.5 \/ Acidity: 1.2\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kamotsuru Sake Brewing Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7562258113,"sku":"04-500-0020","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kamotsuru_jdg.jpg?v=1463698965"},{"product_id":"ichinokura-mukansa-extra-dry-honjozo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Ichinokura \"Mukansa Extra-Dry\" Honjozo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn 1973, a group of sake brewers broke away from bigger breweries to establish Ichinokura, to make a sake that wasn’t recognized by the government (and therefore not taxed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSmooth and crisp, Mukansa was one of the first dry sakes brewed. Great with pork skewers or mackerel simmered in miso. Get notes of cookies and cream, banana bread, and pancakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIchinokura was established by four breweries, each of which had a 70 to 300 year history. Also known as Ace Brewery, Ichinokura was named to express their wish to become the number one micro brewery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Miyagi, Japan by Ace Sake Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonjozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 65%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 15.5% \/ SMV: +10 \/ Acidity: 1.3\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ace Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7669965121,"sku":"04-300-0005","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ichinokura_mukansa.jpg?v=1629427199"},{"product_id":"kenbishi-kuromatsu-yamahai-honjozo-sake-btl-30-oz","title":"Kenbishi Kuromatsu Yamahai Honjozo Sake (BTL 900ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever encountered a \"warm sake\" skeptic, heat up a bottle of this Kenbishi \"Kuromatsu\" and prove to them that warm sake can be one of life's greatest pleasures. With the right amount of heat (around 104°F), hints of cashews, rice, caramel emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Kenbishi \"Kuromatsu\" comes in a 900ml bottle, making it one of the best deals in our bottle system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Hyogo, Japan by Kenbishi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamahai honjozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 17% \/ SMV: 0.5 \/ Acidity 2.0\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 fl oz (900ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31767434634,"sku":"04-300-0012","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kenbishi_honjozo.jpg?v=1491953126"},{"product_id":"yuki-otoko-snow-yeti-honjozo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Yuki Otoko \"Snow Yeti\" Honjozo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"166\" width=\"76\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.34_PM_large.png?v=1548812192\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1549219452131000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGYVP-0OSilLTEAkxJBlU-vEZHFHw\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis refreshing, \u003cem\u003ekarakuchi\u003c\/em\u003e (extra dry) \u003cem\u003ehonjozo\u003c\/em\u003e has a light, creamy mouthfeel. If you enjoy crisp light white wines or pilsners, this sake is for you. Try with sun-ripened tomatoes or toasted pecans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eYuki Otoko\u003c\/em\u003e, the snow yeti, is said to guide people through the mountains, so proceeds of this brew go to local search and rescue organizations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Aoki Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonjozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku, Koshi Ibuki 65%, SMV: +8, Acidity 1.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aoki Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34519720458,"sku":"04-300-0015","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yuki_otoko_honjozo.jpg?v=1497387528"},{"product_id":"funaguchi-gold-one-cup-sake-six-pack-can-177ml","title":"Funaguchi Gold One Cup Sake 6-Pack (CAN 180ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDo not underestimate Kikusui Funaguchi Gold! At 19% ABV this \u003ci\u003enama genshu\u003c\/i\u003e (unpasteurized and undiluted) sake-in-a-can packs a real punch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA staff favorite, Funaguchi Gold is great for drinking ice-cold with ramen, dried squid, funky cheese and nuts, Chinese food, and even burgers. Or, do as we often do, and just enjoy it on its own.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Kikusui Sake Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonjozo nama genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 19%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.7 oz (200ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-pack CAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kikusui Sake Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39671771530,"sku":"14123","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/funaguchi_gold_can_small_ec8cd7bc-6813-4657-ae81-9626e72867a9.jpg?v=1655249306"},{"product_id":"matsunoi-tokubetsu-honjozo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Matsunoi Tokubetsu Honjozo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't miss out on Kayoko's favorite honjozo on our shelves. Super tokubetsu (special) thanks to the 58% rice milling rate. Get aromas of peach, almond, and hazlenut. Crisp, nutty, with a custardy mouthfeel and dry finish. Great at any temperature, with anything fried!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Matsunoi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTokubetsu honjozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku and Yukinosei 58%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15-16% \/ SMV: +5 \/ Acidity: 1.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Matsunoi Shuzojo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29221365973071,"sku":"04-300-0008","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/matsunoi_honjozo_02f0eeba-2375-42a9-a610-a68b7e2b755d.jpg?v=1664320637"},{"product_id":"konteki-tears-of-dawn-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Konteki Tears of Dawn Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"166\" width=\"76\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.34_PM_large.png?v=1548812192\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1549219452131000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGYVP-0OSilLTEAkxJBlU-vEZHFHw\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brewery owner of Higashiyama calls this sake his “Marilyn Monroe.” It’s voluptuous and silky in texture and leaves you feeling a little luxurious. We get bold notes of custard and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecaramel, and oddly, a bit of bourbon-likeness. This may be due to the extra time the brewer takes to propagate the koji for this sake, resulting in a velvety daiginjo with hints of spice and a full body mouthfeel. Try \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echilled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egrilled chicken parts \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(rare liver!), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etuna poke\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLyonnaise potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For a bolder, savory flavors, go ahead and drink this daiginjo at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eroom temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The unique shape of the 720ml bottle is a tribute to the old sake bottle style from Kyoto. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Kyoto, Japan by Higashiyama Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaiginjo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV \/ 15.5% \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.4\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Higashiyama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32296496169039,"sku":"04-500-0027","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/konteki.jpg?v=1597357938"},{"product_id":"kenbishi-kuromatsu-honjozo-one-cup-sake-six-pack-btl-6-oz","title":"Kenbishi Kuromatsu Yamahai Honjozo One Cup Sake 6-Pack (BTL 180ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you've ever encountered a \"warm sake\" skeptic, heat up a bottle of this Kenbishi \"Kuromatsu\" and prove to them that warm sake can be one of life's greatest pleasures. With the right amount of heat (around 104°F), hints of cashews, rice, caramel emerge. This 180ml bottle is designed especially for the microwave – remove the cap and heat for 20 seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne cup sakes \u003c\/span\u003ewere first introduced during the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and are perfect for taking on a picnic, a game, or alongside takeout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Hyogo, Japan by Kenbishi Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamahai Honjozo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 17% \/ SMV: .5 \/ Acidity: 2.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 fl oz (180ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-pack BTL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kenbishi Sake Brewing Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32309765144655,"sku":"","price":61.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/onecup_kuromatsu.jpg?v=1591393776"},{"product_id":"funaguchi-kunko-black-kasutori-honjozo-nama-genshu-one-cup-sake-six-pack-can-177ml","title":"Funaguchi Kunko Black Kasutori Honjozo Nama Genshu One Cup Sake 6-Pack (CAN 180ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTopped off with shochu distilled from sake lees, this unpasteurized, undiluted sake is unctious in aroma in flavor. \u003cem\u003eKunko\u003c\/em\u003e means aromatic scent. If you want something powerful, rustic, and bold, this is your sake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne cup sakes are perfect for taking on a picnic, a game, or alongside takeout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Kikusui Sake Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNama Genshu Honjozo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e19%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.7 oz (200ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-pack CAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kikusui Sake Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32309821341775,"sku":"14806","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/onecup_kikusui_black.jpg?v=1591396072"},{"product_id":"atago-no-matsu-tokubetsu-honjozo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Atago No Matsu Tokubetsu Honjozo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"166\" width=\"76\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.34_PM_large.png?v=1548812192\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1549219452131000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGYVP-0OSilLTEAkxJBlU-vEZHFHw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection! It was featured during \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/magnificent-miyagi-october-2020\"\u003eMagnificent Miyagi\u003c\/a\u003e month in 2020.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sake is a perfect example of a \u003cem\u003ejizake\u003c\/em\u003e (local sake) that embodies Miyagi. With the clean elegance famous to Miyagi, the current owner Iwao Niizawa keeps this traditional brew that his father created in the lineup for the locals. This slightly golden sake has a pleasant aroma of honeysuckle and finishes dry. Niizawa likes to stay away from flashy, trendy flavors, brewing what he calls “ultimate food sakes” that have crisp acidity and herbal notes that pair with a range of foods. Try slightly \u003cstrong\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eoysters\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/katei-gyutan-yaki\"\u003eKatei Gyutan Yaki\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBrewed in Miyagi, Japan by Niizawa Jozoten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTokubetsu honjozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYamada Nishiki 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15-16% \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSMV: +6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Niizawa Jozoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32397675462735,"sku":"04-300-0001","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/niizawa_honjozo.jpg?v=1610411987"},{"product_id":"noguchi-naohiko-sake-institute-muroka-nama-genshu-honjozo-sake-btl-24-oz","title":"Noguchi Muroka Nama Genshu Honjozo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is is unlike any \u003cem\u003ehonjozo\u003c\/em\u003e (sake with distilled alcohol added, which tend to be silky and light), we've tasted before. That may be because we also rarely see honjozos that are \u003cem\u003enama muroka genshu\u003c\/em\u003es (unpasteurized, un-charcoal filtered, undiluted). It's fully-layered with grapefruit and pear on the nose. The taste is also complex and rich, with earthy and vegetal hints of enoki mushroom and a dry finish reminiscent of goya, or bitter melon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy this unique honjozo in a big-bowled wine glass chilled to let the aroma engulf you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaohiko Noguchi is a legend in the sake-making world. Working 70 years as a \u003cem\u003etoji\u003c\/em\u003e (brewmaster), he opened the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNoguchi Naohiko Sake Institute in 2017 to further the craft of sake-making for future generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Ishikawa, Japan by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNoguchi Naohiko Sake Institute Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuroka Nama Genshu Honjozo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyaku Mangoku 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 19%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331319709775,"sku":"04-300-0018","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/noguchi_honjozo.jpg?v=1620139423"},{"product_id":"tedorigawa-kinka-gold-blossom-daiginjo-nama-arabashiri-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Tedorigawa Kinka \"Gold Blossom\" Nama Arabashiri Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a textbook gorgeous and aromatic daiginjo. We get jasmine, fuji apple, and slate on the nose. The palate is extremely endearing, juicy, with a sparkling acidity, notes of white peach, mango, and light floral honey. Dreamy! This culminates in a burst of fresh cream and vanilla on the finish, while finishing dry, quickly, and refreshing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYoshida Sake Brewing's reputation for pristine water and local rice precede them; this century-and-a-half old family owned brewery was the feature of 2015 documentary film '\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.birthofsake.com\/about\/#:~:text=The%20Birth%20of%20Sak%C3%A9%20is,20%20to%2070%20years%20old.\"\u003eThe Birth of Sake.\u003c\/a\u003e'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNote: We can ship this sake, but due to the nature of shipping, please note that fluctuations in temperature can affect the freshness of the drink, and we will always recommend picking up locally when possible. Please proceed with shipping at your own risk.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrewed in Ishikawa, Japan by Tedorigawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDaiginjo Nama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamadanishiki, Gohyakumangoku \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e45%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eABV 16-17% \/ SMV: +3.3 \/ Acidity: 1.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tedorigawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39758711717967,"sku":"04-500-0070","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tedorigawa_kinka.jpg?v=1642373352"},{"product_id":"dewazakura-oka-cherry-bouquet-ginjo-btl-720ml","title":"Dewazakura Oka \"Cherry Bouquet\" Ginjo (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA sake of international acclaim for many years, Dewazakura Shuzo's Oka \"Cherry Bouquet\" evokes a flowery, ethereal sake heaven! The mouthfeel of this brew is particularly intriguing as it progresses from crisp, to creamy, finally finishing long on the palate with notes of pear and cherry blossoms. If you're looking for the epitome of ginjo sake, Dewazakura Oka is the bottle for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFamous for their premium line of ginjo and daiginjo sakes, Dewazakura Shuzo showcases various rice strains including Yamagata's own Dewasansan and uses local Yamagata yeasts to express terroir.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Yamagata, Japan by Dewazakura Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(Rice Kernel Remaining) Dewasansan, Haneuki 50% \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15.5% \/ SMV: +5 \/ Acidity: 1.2\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dewazakura Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39890183225423,"sku":"04-400-0092","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/dewazakura_oka.jpg?v=1649358983"},{"product_id":"choryo-futsushu-yoshinosugi-taru-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Choryo Yoshinosugi No Taru Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChoryo's Yoshinosugi no Tarusake was born in 1964 as Japan's first bottled tarusake that encapsulates the deliciousness provided from cedar barrels in a bottle. We get notes of allspice, green apple, and nectarine, with a pleasing dryness of fresh cut cedar. We recommend \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/cedar-sake-cup?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=30694a102\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ecedar sake cups\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cedar Sake Cup\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/cedar-sake-cup?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=30694a102\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eor \u003ca title=\"Hinoki Plain Masu\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/hinoki-plain-masu?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4886217a7\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ecedar masu\u003c\/a\u003e for your imbibing needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Nara, Japan by Choryo Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaruzake\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15-16% \/ SMV: 0\/ Acidity: 1.2\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40498519998543,"sku":"04-300-0028","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/choryo_tarusake.jpg?v=1674685727"},{"product_id":"honjozo-primer-pack-btl-720ml","title":"Honjozo Primer Pack (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWelcome to the world of honjozo sake! If you've never had Honjozos before, you're in the right place. We've hand-selected two bottles that we love here at Umami Mart that are representative of the style. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHonjozos require the use of rice with a seimaibuai of at least 70%. This means that 30% of the original rice grain is polished away. In addition to its four main ingredients (rice, water, yeast and koji), honjozo sakes also have brewers alcohol as an extra ingredient. Adding a minimal amount of brewers alcohol tends to subdue the \"ricey\" nose of sakes, often resulting in a dry, clean brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-spirits-sake-honjozo\"\u003eFind more of our Honjozos here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that the photo may not be representative of the sakes in this pack. See below for which bottled are featured in this pack.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHonjozo Primer Pack features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/atago-no-matsu-tokubetsu-honjozo-sake-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e45f3aa74\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eAtago No Matsu Tokubetsu Honjozo Sake\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/yuki-otoko-snow-yeti-honjozo-sake-btl-720ml\"\u003eYuki Otoko \"Snow Yeti\" Honjozo Sake\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Various","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40638573084751,"sku":"","price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/primer_honjozo.jpg?v=1684274855"},{"product_id":"hakusen-fukuraijun-hon-mirin-btl-720ml","title":"Fukuraijun Hon Mirin (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note this product contains alcohol and will require someone over 21 years old to purchase in store or sign for it at delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou asked for it, we got it! A rare sighting outside of Japan, we got our hands on real-deal hon mirin. Unlike ajimirin, and other mirins made with corn syrup, this mirin is brewed using the traditional method of using only rice, koji, and shochu with no additives or sweeteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis mirin was fermented over 90 days and further aged for three years, giving its deep flavor of honey, raisins, dashi, miso aka, lots of umami!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUse it in soups, sauces, or simply warm it up and enjoy as a sipper right before bed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Gifu, Japan by Hakusen Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Hon Mirin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Mochi rice, koji, shochu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV : 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hakusen Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41635129065551,"sku":"13-400-0047","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/honmirin.jpg?v=1753904547"},{"product_id":"ken-daiginjo-sake-btl-720-ml","title":"Ken Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720 ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJuicy peach and green melons abound for this sake that would delight a quintessential daiginjo-lover! We appreciate the light, dry finish that complements the exquisitely fruity bouquet of melon and pear. Bottled in a beautiful bottle, it looks like it's ready for a celebratory cap and gown ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Fukushima, Japan by Suehiro Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Daiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 40%, SMV: +3, Acidity: 1.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suehiro Sake Brewery Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42076418900047,"sku":"04-500-0125","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/suehiro_ken.jpg?v=1723923201"}],"url":"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-spirits-sake-honjozo.oembed","provider":"Umami Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}