Wednesday, October 26, 2011



Homare Shuzo, Yuzu

Junmai

The pungent aroma and crisp flavor of yuzu with the sweetness of junmai sake tanginess and a pleases the senses. Amazing way to enjoy a mimosa!

abv. 10.5% 300ml

The yuzu is a citrus fruit and plant originating in East Asia. It is believed to be a hybrid of sour mandarin and Ichang papeda

Rihaku "Dreamy Clouds"



Rihaku "Dreamy Clouds"

Nigori

Rihaku Nigori is a bit less chunky and less sweet than most. More fruity and complex than most nigori sake. Slight prune tones, and a slight taste of almonds.

abv. 15.5% 300ml

Nigori sake is made so that some of the rice lees remain in the bottle after pressing. Most nigori is sweet and creamy, and thick with the unfermented rice solids




Hoshi Usagi

"Banzai Bunny / Star Rabbit"
Blueberry Infused / Sparkling

Nice color of blueberry blue. Beautiful nose of fresh blueberry and bready yeast. Very pretty on the palate with a beautiful flavor of fresh blueberries. Clean, lightly sweet, and very refreshing.

abv. 6-7% 300ml

Monday, October 3, 2011

Tenryo Hidahomare


“Imperial Possessions Pride of Hida”
Junmai Ginjo

 

Drawing upon 350 years of sake-brewing history, Tenryo's "Koshu" is brewed in the Hida district of Gifu prefecture using Hidahomare rice. It features a mild yet full-bodied flavor. Awarded Silver in the Wine and Spirits Wholesaler's of America 68th Annual Convention & Exposition Wine Tasting Competition.

Super Dry & Rich! Full-Bodied Flavor, Amusingly Complex and Layered, Initially Fruit-Forward with a Rice-Forward Finish!

abv 15.9% 720ml