越の酒好き
The second drink of the day? A challenging sake from Kochi's Drunken Whale!
The label is a bit different from the usual drunken whale.
But if you look closely, you can see a whale's tail.
First, the Amane.
A combination of Hachitan-Nishiki and Kochi yeast, it is a clear type.
It is indeed clear and aromatic. It is indeed clear and fragrant, with a strong sweetness, like a beautiful Junmai Daiginjo!
Next, Toki.
A mild type made with Tosa Rei, Kochi's preferred rice for sake brewing.
The aroma was a little complex, and the sweetness was moderate, but the acidity was strong.
Both have a polishing ratio of 50%, which is in the daiginjo class, but the difference in the rice makes for a very different flavor.
Both have the clear, umami flavor that is typical of drunken whales, but with a new challenge!
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