{"title":"Sake","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWelcome to our online sake shop!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop sake online by the bottle, or subscribe to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-shochu-gumi\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e, our monthly sake subscription box.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dassai-23-junmai-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBrewed with highly polished rice (23% of its original size), this \u003ci\u003edaiginjo\u003c\/i\u003e is dressed to impress. With a complex, fruity fragrance, shower newlyweds or college grads with this special sake. Drink chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Yamaguchi, Japan by Asahi Shuzo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eJunmai daiginjo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 23%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eABV 16% \/ SMV: +4  \/ Acidity: 1.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1115567237,"sku":"04-500-0008","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/dassai_23_jdg.jpg?v=1491528107"},{"product_id":"amabuki-gin-no-kurenai-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Amabuki Gin no Kurenai Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\" data-mce-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 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\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with red rice and fermented using flower yeast, it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has bright citrusy acidity and a pleasantly clean, sweet finish. Enjoy the pink hue of this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003esake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e well-chilled in a wine glass instead of rosé next time you're in the yard enjoying a Spring afternoon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry this one out next time you're doing a cheese and salumi course, or need a from-left-field substitute for your favorite spritz! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\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 Saga, Japan by Amabuki Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai: Black rice 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Amabuki Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1156739037,"sku":"04-200-0003","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/amabuki_junmai_ginjo.jpg?v=1465946749"},{"product_id":"dassai-39-junmai-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Dassai 39 Junmai Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDassai 39 is like the perfect bowl of porridge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efor Goldilocks – not too \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edecadent like the Dassai 23, but smoother than the Dassai 45. Thanks to a light, fruity flavor and mild acid, this bottle is very well-balanced. Dassai 39 is perfect for special occasions or to gift to a good friend.\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\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBrewed in Yamaguchi, Japan by Asahi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai daiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 39%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 16-17% \/ SMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1341784321,"sku":"04-500-0009","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/dassai_39_jdg.jpg?v=1491528176"},{"product_id":"midorikawa-green-river-junmai-sake-btl-24-oz","title":"Midorikawa \"Green River\" Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Niigata \u003cem\u003etanrei-karakuchi \u003c\/em\u003e(clean and dry) style sake with one of our favorite labels. This soothing sake has hints of melon and a dry finish. Pairs deliciously with chicken and seafood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Midorikawa Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe chilled, room temp, or slightly warmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku and Hokuriku 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15-16% \/ SMV: +4 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Midorikawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3894092865,"sku":"04-200-0054","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/midorikawa_junmai.jpg?v=1492114804"},{"product_id":"kanbara-bride-of-the-fox-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Kanbara \"Bride of the Fox\" Junmai Ginjo 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\u003eThe first thing you need to know about this sake is that it was the first beverage to run out at Kayoko’s wedding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe spectrum of flavors in this sake never gets old: savory cashews mingling with a fruity pear, ending with a refreshingly crisp finish. It’s hard to stop at just one glass. This is not your typical \u003cem\u003eginjo\u003c\/em\u003e – it’s earthy, nutty, mushroomy but somehow still light and endlessly drinkable. Try at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and experiment with pairing – it’s surprisingly flexible. \u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eizza, burgers, pasta\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eramen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you name it!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Kaetsu Shuzo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eJunmai ginjo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 16.5% \/ SMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.6 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kaetsu Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5186774145,"sku":"04-400-0024","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/bride_fox.jpg?v=1700691612"},{"product_id":"narutotai-ginjo-nama-genshu-sake-can-720ml","title":"Narutotai Ginjo Nama Genshu Sake (CAN 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe call this the \"gas can\" sake because it comes in a cylindrical aluminum can. The can is what keeps this unpasteurized sake fresh and shelf stable. Besides its unique packaging, it has a striking flavor profile – with a sweet aroma of tropical fruit and melon, high acidity, and an assertive dry finish with a little heat. This is a \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e (tank strength) sake, meaning water is not added before bottling. It has a higher ABV for sake clocking in at 18.5%. Try this over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore Honke Matsuura was a sake brewery, it was run by a group of pirates in 1804! Thankfully for all sake lovers worldwide, the group pivoted to brewing in Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture (hence the product name \"Narutotai\" [-tai meaning sea bream, a famous fish in the city]). \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Tokushima, Japan by Narutotai Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinjo nama genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 58%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 18.5% \/ SMV: +5 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Narutotai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5267240129,"sku":"04-400-0043","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/narutotai_genshu_ginjo_nama.jpg?v=1535916313"},{"product_id":"suigei-drunken-whale-tokubetsu-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Suigei \"Drunken Whale\" Tokubetsu Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuigei is a great \"house\" sake and an Umami Mart best seller. It's versatile with food and great at any temperature. It\u003cspan\u003e is dry, savory, easy-drinking, Kochi \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003esake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at its finest. This unmistakably crushable brew will delight all interested parties. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWith a ricey nose, the clean finish is unexpected. Serve it warm, chilled, or room temperature with basically anything you have to throw at it - it won't fail you! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRead about Yoko's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/a-visit-to-suigei-brewing-co\"\u003evisit to Suigei Brewing Co.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e in January 2023 on our blog!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Kochi, Japan by Suigei Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTokubetsu junmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: +7 \/ Acidity: 1.6\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":"Suigei Shuzo Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5837321473,"sku":"04-200-0088","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/012019_suigei.jpg?v=1516412002"},{"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":"born-gold-junmai-daiginjo-muroka-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Born Gold Muroka Junmai Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery year, a limited amount of cases of Born Gold arrive in the U.S. This highly coveted, smooth daiginjo has hints of cedar, licorice, and plenty of umami. Born Gold is a muroka sake made with the absence of carbon filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotice the slightly golden color of this sake due to the fact that it has not undergone charcoal filtration. This also adds to its texture, making it silky. This sake has been aged for over a year at -10\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e°\u003c\/span\u003eC for a mellow flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBrewed in Fukui, Japan by Katoukichibee Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai daiginjo muroka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: -1 \/ Acidity: 1.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Katoukichibee Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8039312577,"sku":"04-500-0006","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/born_jdg1.jpg?v=1491526509"},{"product_id":"fukucho-forgotten-fortune-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Fukucho \"Forgotten Fortune\" Junmai 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 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil brewmaster Miho Imada came along, Hattanso was an indigenous rice strain abandoned and forgotten. Imada was driven to revive this strain, convinced that it would be ideal for sake-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter years of cultivation, Fukucho (Forgotten Fortune) is the result. Turns out that this rice is so well suited to Imada’s vision that she uses a high rice polishing ratio of 75%, meaning she only mills 25% of the outer portion of the rice. Imada calls this her casual \"denim jeans\" sake with refreshing acidity of pineapple complemented with a clean finish. We find it to be super versatile with pairing, from potato salads and oysters to roasted chicken and sweet and sour pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Hiroshima, Japan by Imada Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Hattanso 75%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15.5% \/ SMV: +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":"Imada Shuzo Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10270324929,"sku":"04-200-0022","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/070618_fukucho.jpg?v=1530923177"},{"product_id":"cowboy-yamahai-junmai-ginjo-genshu-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Cowboy Yamahai Junmai Ginjo Genshu Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDon't let this \u003cem\u003eginjo\u003c\/em\u003e fool you. This \u003cem\u003egenshu\u003c\/em\u003e (cask-strength) \u003cem\u003eyamahai\u003c\/em\u003e sake is smoky, oaky, and has a fair amount of acid for a sake. \u003cspan\u003eTons of lactic acidity which is sure to marry your bloody rib-eye perfectly. All with an iconic label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo yamahai genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNiigata Shuzo Kotekimai 60%, SMV: 3.5, Acidity: 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Shiokawa Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18-19% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shiokawa Sake Brewery Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10461892231,"sku":"04-400-0011","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/cowboy_yamahai_31f49db6-6a51-4a3a-9b86-a270e47f67e7.jpg?v=1491527990"},{"product_id":"yuki-otoko-snow-yeti-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Yuki Otoko \"Snow Yeti\" Junmai 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 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis spectacularly dry Niigata staple has notes of cooked rice, pepper, and a touch of vanilla. Round, supple, and crisp at the same time, this can be paired easily with fatty meats and fish like pork or salmon, and is an excellent candidate for drinking at any temperature, from ice cold to nice and warm. The iconic yeti on the label is sure to delight as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Aoki Shuzo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eJunmai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Miyama Nishiki 60%, SMV: +12, Acidity 1.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15-16%\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":14459728071,"sku":"04-200-0102","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yukiotoko_junmai.jpg?v=1492212564"},{"product_id":"wakatake-junmai-daiginjo-onikoroshi-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Wakatake Onikoroshi Junmai Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-gumi-subscription\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bottle is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-shochu-gumi\" title=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-shochu-gumi\"\u003eSake Gumi \u003c\/a\u003eSelection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/onikoroshi-demon-slayer-sake-november-2024?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=b15ca94a9\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\"Onikoroshi- 'Demon Slayer' Sake\" in November 2024\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou may have seen or tried this iconic Wakatake Junmai Daiginjo sake before. While I often introduce rare or unsual sakes for Sake Gumi, I also like to feature sakes that are representative of the theme and are famous for a reason. While this Onikoroshi doesn’t hit you over the head with dryness, it is clean. Aromas of whipped cream and rice greet you, and as you sip, enjoy flavors of melon cream soda. All of this ends with a crisp ending that we loved with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eraw oysters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esunomono salad\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at our latest staff gathering at Hog Island Oyster Company. Enjoy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003echilled\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For extra decadence, pour a teaspoon of this sake directly into a freshly shucked oyster and sip (as shown in the photo)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Shizuoka, Japan by Oomuraya Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai daiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernal remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYamada Nishiki 50%, SMV: +3,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAcidity: 1.5, Yeast: Shizuoka New-5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 16.5%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Oomuraya Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14904894983,"sku":"04-500-0048","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/wakatake_jdg.jpg?v=1492211871"},{"product_id":"konnichiwa-cooking-sake-btl-24-oz","title":"Konnichiha Cooking Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged for two years and with an 80% rice polish, this super premium \u003cem\u003eryorisake\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e(sweet cooking sake) is full of umami, making it ideal for steaming and braising. If you've wanted a dry substitute for \u003cem\u003emirin \u003c\/em\u003e(sweeter cooking sake), this is your bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Fukushima, Japan by Ooki Daikichi Honten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 80%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17-18% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ooki Daikichi Honten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16952139591,"sku":"13-400-0023","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/konnichiwa_cooking_sake.jpg?v=1701557548"},{"product_id":"kenbishi-mizuho-yamahai-junmai-sake-btl-24-oz","title":"Kenbishi Mizuho Yamahai Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"164\" width=\"75\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.3_480x480_92d44861-4efb-43e5-8514-1c39fcc83168_480x480.webp?v=1697829748\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/miyamizu-october-2023?_pos=11\u0026amp;_sid=ee1239eb0\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMiyamizu Sake October 2023\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rich brew has been aged for two years and shares some characteristics with single malt whiskies or even sherry, with notes of caramel, vanilla and roasted nuts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo appreciate the spectrum of aromas, try sipping this sake in a rocks glass chilled. Unlike most brews using \u003cem\u003eYamada Nishiki\u003c\/em\u003e rice, this brew is dark and moody in sentiment, and best enjoyed with roasted duck, charcuterie or smoked meats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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 Hyogo, Japan by Kenbishi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamahai junmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 17.5% \/ SMV: +0 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22030446151,"sku":"04-200-0043","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kenbishi_082c88da-b88a-4f84-a3fa-d64ddce9ec30.jpg?v=1491953176"},{"product_id":"tenjin-bayashi-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-24-oz","title":"Tenjin Bayashi Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eTenjin Bayashi is an umami-rich, slightly dry sake with rice-laden flavors and light refreshing \u003cem\u003eginjo\u003c\/em\u003e aromas. The sake is brewed with \u003cem\u003eKoshi Tanrei\u003c\/em\u003e, a local speciality sake rice, which is a hybrid of \u003cem\u003eYamada Nishiki\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eGohyaku-mangoku\u003c\/em\u003e. It took 15 years to develop the rice as a joint project of Niigata Sake Research Institute and Niigata Agricultural Institute. The rice is grown exclusively in Niigata and supplied exclusively to sake producers in Niigata.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUonuma Shuzo polishes the rice to 50% of the original size, the \u003cem\u003edaiginjo\u003c\/em\u003e quality level, but they still call it a \u003cem\u003eginjo\u003c\/em\u003e. Their water source is undercurrent water flowing from nearby mountains in the Uonuma region of Niigata.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe name \"Tenji Bayashi\" refers to a traditional song from the local festival of the Tokamchi-Tsumari region, where the brewery is located. The song is sung to pray for and celebrate good harvest. The region, well-known as one of the deepest snow regions in Niigata, is now getting more and more attention for its Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE BREWERY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eKatsuyoshi Yamaguchi \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eruns Uonuma Shuza as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe fifth generation president. His younger brother, Tameyoshi Yamaguchi has been their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003etoji\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (master brewer) for over three decades, and maintains their tradition of making umami-rich sakes. He joined the family brewery after he had spent a couple of years at the Niigata Sake Research Institute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Koshi Tanrei 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Uonuma Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15.5% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Uonuma Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22424877703,"sku":"04-400-0061","price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tenjin_bayashi_junmai_ginjo_front.jpg?v=1466024456"},{"product_id":"rihaku-dreamy-clouds-tokubetsu-junmai-nigori-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Rihaku \"Dreamy Clouds\" Tokubetsu Junmai Nigori 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 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Rihaku” is named after the Chinese poet Li Po, who lived from 701-762 and was known to drink sake before writing poetry. Like his poems, this sake is lyrical and distinctive as a nigori. The texture is viscous but not syrupy with rice and plum accents. Don’t be shy when pairing with spicy foods; drink chilled with curry, spicy barbeque, and pad thai – all stellar companions. SG travel tip: If you are ever in Chengdu, I recommend visiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Du_Fu_Thatched_Cottage\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLi Po’s serene garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Shimane, Japan by Rihaku Shuzo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNigori tokubetsu junmai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku 59%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.6\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":"Rihaku Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23573273479,"sku":"04-200-0067","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/rihaku_nigori.jpg?v=1527297458"},{"product_id":"chiyonosono-sacred-power-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Chiyonosono \"Sacred Power\" Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cbr\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\u003cbr\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!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShinriki rice is an heirloom rice variety local to Kumamoto brought back by just one grain from near extinction, and we are eternally reaping the benefits. We don't have a ton of sake available from Kyushu, but this stunner from Kumamoto's Chiyonosono is just fantastic. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA rich, mellow, full-flavored sake with fresh-cut green grass aromas and hints of tropical fruits on the nose. This is certainly not a fuddy-duddy stuffy ginjo - sure, this has refined aromas and enough subtlety and class for the uber-fussy, but Sacred Power also has these amazing aromas of lemongrass and cooked cream that we just can't get enough of when it's open in front of us.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a staff favorite!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Kumamoto, Japan by Chiyonosono Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Shinriki 55%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15.9% \/ SMV: +2.5 \/ Acidity +1.5\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chiyonosono Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":24877970311,"sku":"04-400-0009","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chiyonosono.jpg?v=1616807545"},{"product_id":"taiheikai-pacific-ocean-tokubetsu-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Taiheikai \"Pacific Ocean\" Tokubetsu Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eong-time staff and member favorite. This juicy little number is so chock-full of cantaloupe and peach, you'll wish it were hotter out for this thirst-quencher! \u003c\/span\u003eWe call this the “tropical sake” because it tastes like Hawaiian pineapples. Abundant (but balanced) fruitiness is offset by light nuttiness and earthiness. Try this sake with steamed chicken or grilled shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eKick off your shoes and enjoy “Pacific Ocean” while watching palm trees sway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Ibaraki, Japan by Huchu Homare Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTokubetsu junmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15-16% \/ SMV: +2 \/ Acidity: 1.5\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":"Huchu Homare Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26126723911,"sku":"04-200-0090","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/taiheikai.jpg?v=1492132538"},{"product_id":"nanbu-bijin-shinpaku-junmai-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Nanbu Bijin \"Shinpaku\" Junmai Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShinpaku\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e refers to the starchy core of rice grains. When rice is polished for making \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003edaiginjo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sake, at least 50% of the outer portion of the rice needs to be removed, leaving the \u003c\/span\u003eshinpaku\u003cspan\u003e. When rice grains are polished down, revealing the \u003c\/span\u003eshinpaku\u003cspan\u003e, brewers can create more aromatic, fruity brews. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sake is no exception. It has a smooth aroma of pears (and a hint of mushrooms upon opening) and a structured sweetness in taste that is mild yet ends dry. Enjoy this bottle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echilled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at your next \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoyster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etemaki sushi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e party!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Iwate, Japan by Nanbu Bijin Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai daiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernal remaining): Yamadanishiki 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e16% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nanbu Bijin Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29076155783,"sku":"04-500-0031","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/shinpaku.jpg?v=1492115138"},{"product_id":"ikezo-peach-sparkling-jelly-sake-multi-pack-can-6-1-oz","title":"Ikezo Peach Sparkling Jelly Sake 6-Pack (CAN 180ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor a good time, call on Ikezo! The makers of sparkling jelly sake in a can tout that they're \"Fun for Life Since 2009,\" a claim that we're apt to believe after trying this unique beverage that's kind of like an effervescent Jello shot. Peach Sparkling is sweet, lightly fizzy, and reminds us of peach-flavored Jolly Ranchers. Just make sure to chill the can and shake it well before opening to break up the jelly inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSparkling jelly sake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Hyogo, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.1 oz (180ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 Pack CAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ozeki Corporation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31741548363855,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ikezo_peach_jelly_10c9afb9-183b-4009-8650-8f15784eb2e9.jpg?v=1535592138"},{"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":"kiminoi-emperors-well-yamahai-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Kiminoi \"Emperor's Well\" Yamahai Junmai Ginjo 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\u003eContrary to the typical flavor profile of a \u003cem\u003eyamahai\u003c\/em\u003e, this sake finishes dry. But notice the overwhelming aroma of cherimoya, aka the fruit that Mark Twain called “the most delicious fruit known to men,” aka the custard apple. Like the cherimoya, this sake is rich in its mouthfeel - almost akin to caramel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy this sake \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echilled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e alongside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efried calamari\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efried chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Great warm too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Kiminoi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamahai junmai ginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernal remaining): Gohyakumangoku 58%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15-16% \/ SMV: 0 \/ Acidity: 1.4\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kiminoi Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38121893002,"sku":"04-400-0027","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kiminoi_ec7aafd7-3bdd-4cf3-a605-e433fed77a5f.jpg?v=1574306089"},{"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":"kirinzan-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Kirinzan Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\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\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis creamy, viscous sake is bursting with pineapple, cherries, and lemon. For a \u003cem\u003eginjo\u003c\/em\u003e, the nose is generously floral. Like cherry blossom season in Japan, this sake has flair and greatly pleases all the senses. Try this sake at room temperature or slightly warm with seasonal sweet, green vegetables, like asparagus and peas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Kirinzan Shuzo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJunmai ginjo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15-16% \/ SMV: +4 \/ Acidity: 1.3\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirinzan Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41551850506,"sku":"04-400-0031","price":67.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kirinzan_jg.jpg?v=1637530384"},{"product_id":"fukucho-moon-on-the-water-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Fukucho \"Moon on the Water\" Junmai Ginjo 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 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cem\u003ejunmai ginjo\u003c\/em\u003e has a heavenly fragrance of sweet pineapples. Although this sake starts elegant and tropical, it delivers a long, bold finish full of pepper and spice. Brewer Miho Imada calls this her elegant sake with a silky texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry this champagne-hued sake \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echilled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with aged, hard cheeses like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGruyère\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParmigiano Reggiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or minerally seafoods like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecrawfish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003escallops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead our interview with the brewer Miho Imada \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/celebrating-women-producers-miho-imada-of-imada-sake-brewery\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImada Shuzo is a brewery from Hiroshima that started in 1868. Miho Imada is the toji (head brewmaster), who saw a chance to take over the brewing responsibilities when the last toji retired in 2000. She makes sure that everyone on her team has an essential role in the brewing process, and creates sakes that reflect the terroir of Akitsu, the village in Hiroshima where the brewery is located, by using local water and indigenous strains of rice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Hiroshima, Japan by Imada Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 16.5% \/ +3 \/ Acidity: 1.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Imada Shuzo Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43081948234,"sku":"04-400-0014","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/moon_on_the_water.jpg?v=1530926683"},{"product_id":"denshin-natsu-summer-daiginjo-nama-sake-720ml","title":"Denshin Natsu Summer Junmai Daiginjo Nama Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSummer melon medley in a bottle! This natsuzake (summer sake) features juicy cantaloupe and watermelon flavors, along with a creamy texture and a hint of licorice. Have it chilled in a white wine glass for a perfect complement to a sunny day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatsu Junmai Daiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKoshinoshizuku 45%, SMV: +3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed by Ippongi Kubo Honten in Fukui, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ippongi Kubohonten Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45660672138,"sku":"04-500-0012","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/denshin_natsu.jpg?v=1750967856"},{"product_id":"aizu-homare-yamadanishiki-black-label-junmai-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Aizu Homare Yamadanishiki \"Black Label\" Junmai Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe generally find \u003cem\u003edaiginjos\u003c\/em\u003e to be the most aromatic of all the types of sakes, and Black Label demonstrates this well. It’s like putting your nose into, and biting down on a juicy, overripe melon. This sake is so viscous and creamy - she’s got legs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUni pasta, or spaghetti and meatballs! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 Fukushima, Japan by Homare Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai daiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamadanishiki 40%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV +1 \/ Acidity 1.4 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Homare Sake Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":533872279562,"sku":"04-500-0001","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/aizu_homare_38268b42-3ed3-4252-b550-cbdb7fcfb88b.jpg?v=1521151283"},{"product_id":"shinkame-holy-turtle-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Shinkame \"Holy Turtle\" Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Umami Mart exclusive!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eYoko's love for sake started with this bottle. It took over two years and some arm twisting to get this sake in the United States. Open a bottle of this sake and notice a bouquet of mushrooms and warm apples. It's aroma is so unique to Shinkame, you'll smell it from a mile away. Taste one drop and experience how the umami expands in the mouth and on the tongue, yet finishes satisfyingly clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatured for over two years, this sake is smooth and pairs with virtually anything – from sushi to turkey to \u003cem\u003eshabu shabu\u003c\/em\u003e. Drink it chilled or at room temperature, but you must try it warm too, or else Ogawahara-san (the previous brewery owner) will turn in his grave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about our visit to the Shinkame Brewery on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/brewery-visit-shinkame-sake-brewery\"\u003eour blog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSaitama, Japan by Shinkame Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15.5% \/ SMV: +5 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shinkame Shuzo Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1055444172810,"sku":"04-200-0083","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/shinkame.jpg?v=1510187011"},{"product_id":"everlasting-roots-tokubetsu-junmai-sake-btl-900ml","title":"Everlasting Roots Tokubetsu Junmai Sake (BTL 900ml)","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! It was featuring in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/warm-sake-is-not-bad-sake-october-2017?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=5a2c5d65e\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOctober 2017 \"Warm Sake Is Not Bad Sake!\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf Ron Swanson were to drink a sake, this would be the bottle. It’s rustic, dry, and savory with hints of orange rinds and clove. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlus, it comes in a no-nonsense 900ml bottle (an older-style format bottle). Try at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to highlight the orange and spices and then try it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to savor the smoky, nutty aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Gifu, Japan by Yamada Shoten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTokubetsu junmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLocal Hida Homare 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: +4 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 fl oz (900ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamada Shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1077662285834,"sku":"04-200-0021","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/everlasting_roots.jpg?v=1521153248"},{"product_id":"tengumai-yamahai-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Tengumai Yamahai Junmai 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 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sake is all pleasure. From its golden hue and its fragrance full of raisins and plums – to its balance of savory, creamy, and juicy flavor profiles. Tengumai is aged for at least 2 years, and this one is reminiscent of \u003cem\u003ekoshu\u003c\/em\u003e (aged sake) with a distinct aroma of dried fruit. We love the sturdiness of this sake that expands and reverberates with time. The high acidity in this sake is yet another great example of how acid plays a prominent role in \u003cem\u003eyamahai\u003c\/em\u003e sakes. Thanks to its acidity, it pairs well with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esteak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and oily foods like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese take-out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e! Drink this at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eslightly warm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Ishikawa, Japan by Shata Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamahai junmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15-16% \/ SMV: +4 \/ 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\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shata Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1998673182730,"sku":"04-200-0096","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/tengumai_j.jpg?v=1783550694"},{"product_id":"shichida-nama-muroka-junmai-ginjo-spring-2020-sake-btl-24-oz","title":"Shichida \"Spring 2026\" Nama Muroka Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2026 vintage sake is super limited and seasonal, and dated on its sash every year. It’s unlike anything you’ve tasted before – bubbly since it’s extra fresh and unpasteurized, and has a spiciness that pops in your mouth like a garden of sansho peppers and lemon peels. A dynamite pairing at \u003c\/span\u003eroom temperature with lamb skewers or wagyu slices. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\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 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNama-nama Junmai Ginjo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki, Saganohana 55%, SMV: +1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Saga, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tenzan Sake Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12194862956623,"sku":"04-400-0179","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/shichida_nama_2026.jpg?v=1773262077"},{"product_id":"kinokuniya-bunzaemon-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Kinokuniya Bunzaemon Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t let the musty basement or cheese rind aroma turn you off; the flavor is actually quite light and smooth, with hints of caramel and mushroom. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs fans of pairing sake with cheese, we asked the third generation owner of Nakano Brewery, Koji Nakano, which cheeses he likes to eat with his \u003cem\u003ejunmai\u003c\/em\u003e. Without skipping a beat he said “Comté.” Comté is a French cheese made from unpasteurized cow's milk in the Franche-Comté region of eastern France. It is mild and nutty with a firm but sliceable texture. Indeed, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComté\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which was reminiscent of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ehimono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (dried and grilled fish, most often horse mackerel), was a great pairing alongside the smooth and drinkable junmai that had a similar aroma to the Comté. Try this sake at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\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\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 65%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Wakayama, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15.9% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nakano BC Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12390792790095,"sku":"04-200-0045","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/bunzaemon.jpg?v=1531953083"},{"product_id":"hakkaisan-yukimuro-3-year-junmai-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Hakkaisan Yukimuro 3 Year Junmai Daiginjo 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\u003eInspired by how people stored their food throughout history in Niigata, Hakkaisan Brewery Co. piled tons of snow into a warehouse and created a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyukimuro\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(snow refrigerator) that does not require any electricity and maintains a steady temperature of 35°F all year long.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eAged for at least 3 years in Hakkaisan's famous snow-pack storage facility, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYukimuro is all things luxurious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e From its velvety, genshu texture to its aromas of fresh green apples, chopped nuts, and sumptuous vanilla custard, this a sake not to be missed for breaking the ice at celebrations, pairing with your nicer meats, or just plain treating y\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eourself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e! M\u003c\/span\u003eade with Yeasts #1001 and M310, is umami-heavy with an apple-like sweetness and a clean finish that can only be achieved through aging. When Yoko asked Hakkaisan’s Global Brand Ambassador Tim Sullivan how he enjoys this sake, he said, “To emphasize the dry finish I drink it\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echilled\u003c\/strong\u003e. To enjoy the savory umami notes, I\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit up and pair it with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebeef short ribs\u003c\/strong\u003e.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Kayoko and Yoko visited the yukimuro at Hakkaisan –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/yukimuro-snow-refrigerator-at-hakkaisan-brewery-niigata\"\u003esee the photos\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLast photo: adding fresh snow into the yukimuro. Courtesy of Hakkaisan Brewery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Hakkaisan Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai Daiginjo genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yuki no Sei + Gohyaku Mangoku 45%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV 17%, SMV: -1, Acidity: 1.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hakkaisan Brewery Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13610575462479,"sku":"04-400-0018","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hakkaisan_yukimuro_dgj.jpg?v=1624825891"},{"product_id":"kirakucho-chokarakuchi-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Kirakucho Chokarakuchi Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\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 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kirakucho \u003cem\u003echokarakuchi\u003c\/em\u003e (extra dry) \u003cem\u003ejunmai ginjo\u003c\/em\u003e is Kita Brewery's most popular sake. They wanted to make a sake that was dry, but still had \u003cem\u003ekoku\u003c\/em\u003e (richness). It boasts an impressive +14 for the SMV, meaning that on paper, it’s super dry yet it doesn’t leave behind a stinging feeling in your throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake seems to represent the Kita Brewery’s mantra of: \"Making sakes that have koku and \u003cem\u003ekire\u003c\/em\u003e (clean ending).\" Despite it being a junmai ginjo, it's quite light on the fruity and floral. It has a sturdy porridge-like aroma upon entry, but ends satisfyingly dry. The daughter\/father duo who works at the brewery agree that this high acidity sake is great \u003cstrong\u003echilled\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eraw squid\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eyakiniku\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003esimmered meats\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Shiga, Japan by Kita Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 17.5% \/ SMV: +14.0\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e","brand":"Kita Shuzo Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21387953733711,"sku":"04-400-0028","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kirakucho_chokarakuchi.jpg?v=1549325169"},{"product_id":"kirinzan-potari-potari-junmai-ginjo-nama-genshu-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Potari Potari Green Nama Genshu Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eThis bright, juicy namazake comes to us only once a year, and it's always highly anticipated. While Niigata sakes are known for their crisp and dry character, this sake delivers on this and more. Potari Potari is bold and layered with refreshing notes of guava, strawberry, and peach, with an aromatic bite of lemongrass. A customer described this to us as what they imagined the most delicious water pulled from a miracle well might taste like.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\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\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Kirinzan Shuzo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJunmai ginjo nama genshu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyaku Mangoku 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eABV 17% \/ SMV: +1 \/ Acidity: 1.6\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kirinzan Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21553031741519,"sku":"04-400-0032","price":62.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/potari.jpg?v=1680736290"},{"product_id":"niwa-no-uguisu-doburoku-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Niwa no Uguisu Doburoku Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThick and creamy, this \u003cem\u003edoburoku\u003c\/em\u003e style sports a sweet-sour juiciness. Unlike coarsely-pressed nigoris, this sake is pulled directly from the fermenting \u003cem\u003emoromi. \u003c\/em\u003eEnjoy on the rocks or with soda to make this low alcohol sake cold and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Yamaguchi, Japan by Yamaguchi Shuzo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoburoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeimaibuai: Yumeikkon 60% \/ ABV 6% \/ Acidity: 4.8\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamaguchi Sake Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28716370853967,"sku":"04-900-0009","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/niwa_doburoku.jpg?v=1584733829"},{"product_id":"mana-1751-true-vision-yamahai-tokubetsu-junmai-muroka-genshu-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Mana 1751 True Vision Yamahai Tokubetsu  Muroka Genshu Junmai 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 class=\"p1\"\u003eThis small batch, tank-strength, uncharcoal-filtered junmai is brewed using local yeast and bottled from a single tank. You will find notes of tart yogurt, mushroom, and earthy honey. Try paired with rich dishes like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eal pastor\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emapo tofu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echarbroiled rack of lamb\u003c\/strong\u003e. Izumi-san of Manatsuru Brewery told us that, “The design of the red circle is the kanji for yamahai, swirling around in a circle – an abstract depiction of the enzymatic conversions happening in the yeast starter during the use of this technique. We use dark, black bottles whenever possible for the added protection from light damage.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Fukui, Japan by Manatsuru Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamahai tokubetsu junmai muroka genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Gohyakumangoku 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 16.5% \/ SMV: +3.5\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Manatsuru Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29154649571407,"sku":"04-200-0051","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mana_true_vision.jpg?v=1574306111"},{"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":"choryo-omachi-yamahai-junmai-yoshinosugi-no-taru-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Choryo Yoshinosugi No Taru Omachi Yamahai Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA staff and customer favorite at a great price. We love the subtle woodsey notes in this cedar-barrel aged \u003cspan class=\"il\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esake\u003c\/span\u003e, with satisfying notes of white pepper, dark chocolate, and cookie dough, all while being one of the drier sakes we've carried. Taruzake is sake aged in cedar barrels, which imparts minty, earthy notes to the final brew. This particular sake was a yamahai junmai made with Omachi rice. The result is an out-of-this-world sake – tart and lactic from the yamahai, and woodsy from the cedar casks. The flavors were wild, and we love it at room temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/sake-gumi-member-tasting-omachi-sakes\"\u003ethe event we had with the brewery\u003c\/a\u003e, where we shared this taruzake with guests.\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 Yamahai Junmai\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai: Bizen Omachi 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 14.5% \/ SMV: +1 \/ Acidity: 1.4\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":29429690400847,"sku":"04-200-0014","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/choryo_taru.jpg?v=1587521691"},{"product_id":"choryo-omachi-tokubetsu-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Choryo Omachi Tokubetsu Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\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! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/omachi-japans-heirloom-sake-rice-june-2019?_pos=94\u0026amp;_sid=6e6fffeed\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eOmachi month, June 2019\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobust and full of umami, this sake is brewed with Omachi rice and is full of personality. We tasted dark chocolate, kombu, mushrooms, with a hint of ginjo aroma. Bottle-aged for years to mellow out the flavors. Despite a rich entry and pronounced acidity, this sake ends clean and dry. We thought it would be great warmed, but ultimately liked it at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with something rich: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekimchi nabe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epork belly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esmoked tofu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\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 Nara, Japan by Choryo Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTokubetsu junmai\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Omachi 68%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 15.5% \/ SMV: +3.5 \/ Acidity: 1.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29510270058575,"sku":"04-200-0013","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/choryo_omachi.jpg?v=1583535506"},{"product_id":"kameizumi-cel-24-junmai-ginjo-nama-genshu-btl-720ml","title":"Kameizumi \"Eternal Spring\" CEL-24 Junmai Ginjo Nama Genshu (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Screen_Shot_2016-04-11_at_5.00.3_160x160.jpg?v=1593125452\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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 in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/discovering-kochi-february-2023\"\u003eDiscovering Kochi January 2023\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis low-ABV \u003cem\u003enama genshu\u003c\/em\u003e boasts melon, wild cherry, and satisfying yeasty flavors. A long-time customer favorite, this sake is surprisingly viscous and is a perfect choice for someone who wants to sip something cold and juicy with a savory morsel like blue cheese. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake is made using a local yeast called CEL-24, that is specific to Kochi Prefecture. Yoko visited Kameizumi Shuzo in 2023, read about it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/a-visit-to-kameizumi-shuzo\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\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 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Kochi, Japan by Kameizumi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai Ginjo Nama Genshu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Hattan Nishiki + Matsuyama Mii 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 14% \/ SMV: -11 \/ Acidity: 1.1\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast: CEL-24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kameizumi Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29989678481487,"sku":"04-400-0023","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/kameizumicel24.jpg?v=1766103898"},{"product_id":"takacho-regal-hawk-junmai-bodaimoto-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Takacho Regal Hawk Junmai Bodaimoto 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 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSomething for the geeks among you (we \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eknow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e you're out there) - Takacho has layers of expansive lactic acidity, cheese, and green apple. The perfect choice for fermented fare, lamb, or steak. Enjoy chilled, room temp, or warm to see what this daring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e has to offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodaimoto\u003c\/em\u003e (an old method of making sake, predating kimoto) involves an extra step before making the \u003cem\u003eshubo\u003c\/em\u003e (starter mash) where rice soaks in water for three days, allowing lactic acid to proliferate. The water is later used in the shubo, killing the bacteria and ushering healthy propagation of sake yeast. The result of this wild fermentation yields sakes that are highly acidic and tend to be more rustic than \u003cem\u003esokujo\u003c\/em\u003e (sakes using contemporary methods) that use modern techniques. That’s why you’ll notice muscat grapes, ume, and a weighty viscosity in Takacho.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYoko visited Yucho Shuzo in 2023, read about it on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/yucho-shuzo-nara\"\u003eblog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Nara, Japan by Yucho Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBodaimoto junmai\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai: Hinohikari 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 17%, SMV: -25, Acidity: 3.0\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yucho Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30904489082959,"sku":"04-200-0094","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/takacho.jpg?v=1583536556"},{"product_id":"taiheizan-chogetsu-clear-moon-kimoto-junmai-ginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Taiheizan Chogetsu \"Clear Moon\" Kimoto Junmai Ginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSake Gumi\u003c\/a\u003e selection! It was featured in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/acidity-in-sake-october-2019\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOctober 2019 \"Acidity in Sake\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/acidity-in-sake-october-2019\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCrisp and clean, this sake is meant to be enjoyed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecold\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a wine glass, Eiko Kodama of the brewery told us. She said that they deliberately wanted to make it \"wine-like\" so they increased the acidity using the kimoto method. The result is a bright, floral nose with notes of grapefruit and melon. A minerally mouthfeel with tropical fruit that paired well with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecrudite\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehirame carpaccio\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epickled corn\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Akita, Japan by Kodama Jozo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai ginjo kimoto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernal remaining): 55%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15% \/ SMV: +1 \/ Acidity: 1.6\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kodama Jozo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31330993700943,"sku":"04-400-0010","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chogetsu_junmai_ginjo.jpg?v=1584733726"},{"product_id":"dassai-45-junmai-daiginjo-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDrink this floral \u003cem\u003edaiginjo\u003c\/em\u003e cold with sashimi, crudites, and pickles. Bring Dassai 45 to a dinner or housewarming party for something a little elegant that won’t break the bank. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Yamaguchi, Japan by Asahi Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai daiginjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki 45%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eABV 16-17% \/ SMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.4 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31355168882767,"sku":"04-500-0010","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/dassai_45.jpg?v=1615324785"},{"product_id":"nanbu-bijin-no-sugar-umeshu-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Nanbu Bijin No Sugar Umeshu Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom Nanbu Bijin, as seen in the sake documentary \"Kampai!\", brings to us their newest umeshu offering. Koji rice and plums are all that are used to sweeten this umeshu. That means no added sugar! It's tart but juicy and we think it's worth a try for umeshu afficianados who are looking for a next-level umeshu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmeshu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Iwate, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9-10% ALC\/VOL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nanbu Bijin Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31688120795215,"sku":"04-900-0008","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/nanbu_bijin_ume.jpg?v=1584552174"},{"product_id":"kaze-no-mori-wind-of-the-woods-junmai-muroka-nama-genshu-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Kaze No Mori \"Wind of the Woods\" Muroka Nama Genshu Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\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\u003cbr\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! It was featured in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/namazake-march-2020?_pos=175\u0026amp;_sid=a74bfc08b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpring 2020 Namazake\u003c\/a\u003e month.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are a fan of a fresh, dry Pét-Nat, this is your sake! This light, and clean sake is so fresh it could be mistaken for a sparkling sake. Notice banana, cream, and koji on the nose. Unique flavors including asparagus, brie, and saffron will fill your palate in this lively brew. A light and clean finish leaves you wanting more. This sake shines with food - try \u003c\/span\u003echilled with grilled shrimpand vegetables or a juicy burger! \u003cspan\u003eThis is ideal sake for backyard lounging or for converting your sake-skeptical friends. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoko visited Yucho Shuzo in 2023, read about it on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/yucho-shuzo-nara\"\u003eblog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Nara, Japan by Yucho Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuroka nama-nama genshu junmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Akitsuho 60%, SMV +2.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 17% \/ SMV: +2.5\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":"Yucho Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31721802694735,"sku":"04-200-0042","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kaze_no_mori.jpg?v=1664320706"},{"product_id":"onda-88-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Onda 88 Junmai 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 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\" alt=\"\" width=\"76\" height=\"166\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\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 from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/extreme-junmais-less-polishing-big-personality-april-2020\"\u003eApril 2020\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKayoko and Yoko visited Onda Brewery in 2018. There, Onda-san told us about his concept for the 88 - to create a sake with deep structure, backbone, and umami. We'd say he achieved it with this malty, mushroomy, yeasty brew. Onda-san is so fanatical about his rice, that he grows it on site (very rare for a sake brewer)! He is especially proud of his rice and wants people to taste it in all it’s 88% glory - we’d say that’s confidence. Try it \u003c\/span\u003ewarm with savory fried snacks. Local take-out recommendation: Fried Soba Snack from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sobaichioakland.com\/\"\u003eSoba Ichi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Oakland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Niigata, Japan by Onda Brewery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai: Ippon Jime 88%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 15%\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ SMV: -1 \/ Acidity: 1.5\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720 ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Onda Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31726166769743,"sku":"04-200-0063","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/onda88.jpg?v=1590359227"}],"url":"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-spirits-sake.oembed","provider":"Umami Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}