Gary LeongDecided to try this Junmai Ginjo Genshu from Toko. It appears to be a hidden gem for Junmai Ginjo sake, it has a full bodied yet clean finishing. A wonderful drink for a Friday night.
みくVisit Toko's Sake Brewery in Yonezawa
Purchased sake and a bottle of ume (plum) wine to take home
I don't remember what the sake tasted like...
The plum wine here is different and delicious!
赤俠猪Opening day: a bottle with no aroma, just a noticeable alcoholic harshness. It's from Yamagata, so I had high hopes.
Day 3:
Fruity aroma emerged, and the taste became sweeter. The bitterness is also slightly present.
After a couple of days, the sake becomes sweeter and much tastier.
トオルThe aroma is mild, and the mouthfeel is a bit thick for its heat setting. The sweetness and umami reminiscent of ripe plums spread out in the mouth as soon as it is absorbed, followed by a berry-like sourness and bitterness, and it all comes together beautifully. It was good on its own or with teriyaki yellowtail. Delicious 😋.