吉報シモサ
I was told by the store staff that this sake was brewed by the family of a famous actor, so I bought it to try it out. I had heard that it was easy to drink, but the name gave me the impression that it would be spicy, and when I opened it up, the aroma was so spicy that I thought maybe I had bought a sake that wouldn't suit me, but it turned out to be right.
It was more peculiar than spicy. It was fresh, but not too sweet, and had a strong, cloying taste. It was a little far from easy-drinking and fruity. It is one of the best things about sake. I felt it was more for those who like it than for the experts.
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