うぴょん（豊盃こそ至高）
Ingredients : Gohyakumangoku
Rice polishing ratio : 60
Alcohol content : 15-16
One day I went to the store in search of Hana-yoso. But there was none at all. Personally, I think that Hanahayo Kuyu and Katsuma are really illusions. But that aside, as I went around the shelves of the liquor store, I found a four-pack of Hanayo Kuyu, a sake for local consumption. Well, I thought I'd give it a try. So here we go!
The aroma is mild, but sweet and sour like pineapple. The slightly viscous brewing water has a slight pineapple sweetness and a simple umami flavor. This is neither too broad nor too moderate, but has a good sense of moderation. The bitterness and sharpness are longer than other sake, and the lingering aftertaste is truly wonderful. It is a little like Kikusen's Tasake, but drier than Kikusen, so I thought it would be good for those who have been drinking light, dry sake for a long time and want to try a modern sweet and fruity sake to start off with this one. Thank you again for your kindness tonight!
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