Risshun (the first day of spring) started yesterday.
Since ancient times, tofu has been regarded as "food that purifies evil spirits.
It is believed that eating it on the first day of spring purifies sins and injuries. It is said that it is important to eat with white tofu.
So, I had it with spinach, pork and tofu stewed with starchy sauce and snow red plum.
I am worried about snow accumulation with heavy snow 🌨️ all over the country from today.
Please be safe everyone.
The aroma is subdued 😌.
Sweetness and umami come softly 🎵
Slightly astringent on the finish ✨.
I thought the name sounded like a plum wine, but it wasn't 🌺
It is clear and colorless 🪟 with aromas of yogurt, pear, honeysuckle, and cooked rice. The attack is rather weak, with mild acidity, a mild sweetness, and a rather long finish.
Special Junmai 🍶
The 14th cup of Nagaoka Sake no Jin is this one.
It's smooth, light and pleasant ☺️ but not too light, and has a nice umami taste.
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This is one of the 8 different types of Echigo Yuki Koumbai that I purchased at Costco.
It has almost no aroma and tastes super refreshing.
It drinks like water.
There is a hint of sweetness, but it disappears quickly and has a light aftertaste.
Since it has no habits, it may be easy to drink even for those who are new to sake.
Personal Satisfaction: ★★☆☆☆☆
This is one of the 8 different kinds of Echigo Yuki Koumbai that I purchased at Costco.
The aroma is fresh and not that strong.
The taste is refreshing and very easy to drink! It has a slight maple syrup-like sweetness and sharpness.
The sweetness is not too strong and it is easy to drink.
Personal Satisfaction: ★★☆☆☆☆
Grape-like aroma typical of new sake.
Fresh and refreshing mouthfeel.
Grape flavor with a pear-like, light sweetness and fruitiness.
Moderately rice-like flavor,
The bitter acidity makes it clear and crisp.
Slightly dry food sake.
4/5 for my favorite.
