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Suzuki Shuzo Brewery in Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture, moved its base to Nagai City, Yamagata Prefecture, after the earthquake and has been brewing sake there.
This sake is a junmai ginjo made from 100% "Sawanohana" rice, which was grown by the citizens and the evacuees in Nagai.
It has a sweet aroma with a hint of banana. It has a thick mouthfeel, and the taste is like refreshing water, with a sweet and savory taste.
I found it easy to drink at room temperature after letting it sit for a few days. It's also good served hot, with the flavor and acidity of the rice standing out.
It was reported on the news that Namie was going to restart sake brewing this year, and I was encouraged by their efforts to find ways to move forward in the face of the earthquake, Corona, and other difficulties.
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