Miyako Bijin's Yamahai Junmai is brewed using the traditional Yamahai brewing method and has a very good balance of richness and flavor.
It has a subdued aroma with mild fruit notes like ripe bananas and dried fruits. There is also a subtle lactic acid nuance, giving it a classic Yamahai character.
I went to the brewery on a consecutive holiday, but it was closed for a national vacation (;_;), so I had no choice but to buy some at a nearby supermarket. It has the acidity of Yamahai, but has a bit of a sake-like aftertaste. It's a supermarket product, so I guess that's about the same. It might be better if it is heated up. I wanted to choose it at the brewery, too bad.
Miyako Bijin Sake Brewery
Miyako Bijin Champion Sake Award-winning Commemorative Sake
Yamahai Junmai Ginjyo Unfiltered Hi-iru Unpasteurized Sake
This brewery is located in Minami-Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture.
The rice is 55% polished Yamadanishiki produced in Yoshikawa, Hyogo Prefecture.
Elegant and gentle aroma, with a strong rice flavor,
Gentle aroma, firm rice flavor, gentle acidity and full-bodied, soft and elegant aftertaste.
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