Masumi sake is one of the most famous breweries and brands. They most famous yeast strain, #7, was isolated at their brewery.
Masumi Okuden Kantsukuri is mellow junmai using this yeast.
Okuden stands out because it’s tasty served cold or hot. And its smooth mix of savory and banana flavors make it a great beginner sake.
Look out for this Nagano sake brand.
And you can learn more about Masumi junmai in my best 50 sake post. You’ll learn more tasting notes and where to buy.