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Watari Bune Junmai Ginjo 55

Watari Bune 渡舟 55 Junmai Ginjo is a complex sake that displays a wide variety of characteristics. Some tasting notes include fresh flowers, steamed brown rice, crushed rock, melon, and pineapple.

Watari Bune Junmai Daiginjo “Ferry Boat”

the apex of Ibaraki ginjo-shu– Watari Bune 渡舟 Junmai Daiginjo sits at the top of the Tokutei meisho-shu (特定名称酒) quality scale, and along with Sudo Honke’s “Kakunko” Junmai Daiginjo, represents the apex of Ibaraki ginjo-shu.

Taiheikai Tokubetsu Junmai Sake

Taiheikai Tokubetsu Junmai is a smooth, soft, and balanced Ibaraki sake. Get tasting notes, online retail options, pairing suggestions, and more.

Dewazakura Izumi Judan Ginjo “Tenth Degree”

Dewazakura Izumi Judan 泉十段 Ginjo is billed as the “martini drinker’s sake”, which is not far removed. For one, it has an elevated alcohol content (17-18% ABV). It’s bold, very dry, and aromatic with a distinct floral, citrus, and herbal quality.

Dewazakura Oka Ginjo “Cherry Bouquet”

Oka 桜花 “Cherry Bouquet” is the quintessential ginjo. The aroma billows, with layers of fruit, sweet steamed rice, and yes, cherry blossoms. Feminine, soft, and seductive– Oka “Cherry Bouquet” is easy to love.

Narutotai Ginjo Nama Genshu can; Drunken Snapper

Narutotai Ginjo Nama Genshu: Drunken Snapper Sake

Narutotai Ginjo Nama Genshu– Red Snapper– big, exuberant, and not for the faint of heart. Traditionalists often find Nama Genshu to be over the top and lacking nuance. Americans, especially younger groups, tend to be more open to this style of sake.

Kubota Suiju 翠寿久保田

Kubota Suiju Daiginjo Nama

a Nama of Supreme Elegance

Kubota Suiju Daiginjo Nama marries complexity with subtlety. Within Suiju’s lightweight and soft structure are layers of fruit, floral, and mineral notes. The aromatic intensity is modest, which helps frame further Suiju’s quiet but regal nature. It’s style is in stark contrast to its brash and bold Nama Muraka Genshu cousins.