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2022年日本酒にハマる。 ウイスキー、焼酎は元々飲んでました。 皆さんのレビューを参考にしながら、自分も日本酒を飲みながら、自分のお気に入りの日本酒を探したいと思っています。 基本的に食事と合わせずに、お酒のみと向かい合ったレビューをします。 宜しくお願い致します。

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Unusual varieties Junmai sake [Wa-no-jun) Liqueur [Jokon) Junmai sake "Wa-no-jun" is frozen in a special freezer to separate the water and alcohol content. The alcohol content is close to 40%. The production process is almost the same as that of sake, but legally, it cannot be labeled as sake, and must be labeled as a liqueur. As a whisky drinker who enjoys whisky straight or on the rocks, I found it to have a familiar taste. I had the good fortune to meet the person who designed the "special freezer," and he recommended that I buy two bottles. Wa no mellow It has the acidity and pleasant spiciness typical of junmai sake, and you can fully enjoy the flavor of the rice. I have been drinking fruity, highly polished sake recently, so I was very pleased with the taste of junmai sake, which I have not had for a long time. Kozo-Sen
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Horai特別限定酒 純米吟醸純米吟醸
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Purchased at Aeon Liquor. Lot number 300 of 1998 bottles produced. Is this sake for Aeon Liquor? Aroma. Clear ginjo aroma. Fresh fruitiness reminiscent of green apples. Peachy, pineapple-like sweetness and acidity as the temperature rises. Is there also lime? Aroma of full-bodied rice emerges. Generally fruity aroma. [Taste. The mouthfeel is smooth and sweet with a negative sake degree. But at the same time, it also has a hint of sourness. The spiciness is also noticeable through the nose. Surprisingly light for its rich flavor, and the aftertaste is not long. Green apple, peach, and rice flavors. Summary. The tag reads "World Sake Brewer's Ranking Five-Star Winner for Five Consecutive Years. A modern sake that is gaining popularity worldwide. Fruity and easy-drinking type. Hourai is a representative of this type of sake...or is it? It is an easy-drinking sake. It is fruity and has a deep taste. It does not have a long aftertaste, so it goes well with a meal. Of course, you can also enjoy it by itself.
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BornBORN GOLD純米大吟醸無濾過
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Maybe it's because I have a cold in my nose... Aroma...not sure. I'll drink it again tomorrow. The taste is smooth on the palate. Easy to drink like water in a good sense. The aftertaste is slightly bitter. People who don't like the taste or acidity of strong sake may like this BORN GOLD because it is very easy to drink. On the other hand, some people may find the lightness of the sake, whether it is the aroma or the taste, to be insufficient. But this sake is definitely delicious!
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Shinshu Kirei純米吟醸 ひとごこち純米吟醸
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7.21 seems to be a full moon in Capricorn. I enjoy a nightcap on the balcony, watching the full moon in the night breeze. I bought "Hitogokochi" (fire-brewed) at Kuramoto today. It has an aroma reminiscent of the Ramune I drank at a summer festival. Sweet and sour aroma reminiscent of soda pop at a summer festival. Apple, peach, pineapple, ... it's still generally Ramune. The aroma that comes out when you push the stopper of a marble into the bottle and open it. When you push in the stopper of a marble and open it, that aroma comes out. Clear and transparent, yet sweet and sizzling...that's how I imagine it. Taste Harmony of sourness and sweetness on the palate. A sense of sizzle. Easy to drink. Sourness is felt from the middle. The aftertaste is spicy. I knew it was sake, not ramune. As the aroma suggests, the taste is clear and transparent. Not too sweet, not too acidic or pungent, and a sharp taste! The schwashiness disappears after a little while. As the temperature approaches room temperature, the sourness and sweetness, as well as the umami of the rice, are revealed. Summary Easy to drink, fruity sake. You can enjoy the clear and crisp taste when it is cold, and you can also enjoy the umami of the rice when it is closer to room temperature. It is delicious.
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Chikumanishiki咲弥 純米大吟醸 山田錦100%純米大吟醸生酒
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I attended the Chikumanishiki brewery's brewery opening festival and purchased a bottle. Aroma. As it is only a pure sake with a rice polishing ratio of 39%, you can enjoy its fragrant, gorgeous, and refreshing ginjo aroma. Green apple, banana, rice husk, and alcohol aroma. Due to the fact that my last check-in was "Jr.'s Himitsu", I couldn't help but compare it to it.... Himitsu" has a sweet and fruity aroma. This time, "Sakiya" has mainly acidity, and I have the impression of a fruity aroma with a sweetness to it. Taste The mouthfeel is silky smooth, with pleasant fruity acidity, sweetness, and rice flavor. Banana, green apple, faint peach, rice husk aroma (acidity), and rice flavor. The combination of sweetness and acidity gives it a pineapple-like flavor. The lingering acidity gradually gives way to a light sweetness and a clean, crisp taste. It is easy to drink, and is just plain delicious. Summary. A refreshing and fruity junmai daiginjo that is easy to drink and offers both acidity and sweetness.
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KudokijozuJr.のヒ蜜 The necter 〜花の蜜〜純米大吟醸生詰酒
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I bought it last year, I bought it again this year. [Aroma. Fruity ginjo aroma. The main aroma is sweet and sour, like ripe pineapple and apple. The aroma is sweet and sour, like ripe pineapple and apple, with a peach and rice-like flavor in the back. There is also a dry, sour aroma that is different from the fruit aroma, riding on the scent of alcohol. Mouthfeel Sweet on the palate. Pineapple and peach. In addition to the fruity sweetness, it has a sweet taste with a hint of honey. But it is not just sweet. Along with the sweetness comes alcohol and acidity. And it is as sharp as ever. It never becomes overly sweet in the mouth. You can enjoy "elegant sweetness" and "gentle sweetness" as the label on the back says. Fruity and sweet sake. Summary. I looked back at my review from last year and there seems to be quite a bit of change in how I feel about the aroma and taste from that time. I think last year was a shocking encounter. I think Kudoki-Ue's Jr. series is a wonderful sake that incorporates modern values into the good old traditional sake. I can feel the enthusiasm and passion of the brewer in this sake. I think I like that kind of sake.
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Shinshu Kireiひとごこち 純米吟醸 無濾過生原酒純米吟醸生酒無濾過
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Rice polishing ratio 55%, alcohol 16%. Aroma Aroma of green apple and fresh citrus fruits. It also has a sense of alcohol, and you can enjoy its gorgeous and clear ginjo aroma. As the temperature of the sake rises, a sweet aroma like bananas and peaches appear on top of the alcoholic aroma. Nice aroma! Mouthfeel Smooth and sweet on the palate. The main taste is the umami of the rice. The texture on the tongue has a shwashy feeling. Slightly sour pineapple overlaps with peach sweetness, with banana and melon in the distance? I think there are also bananas and melons in the distance. In short, it tastes fresh, sweet, and delicious. However, as the sake rolls around on the tongue, the acidity comes out, the umami of the rice is enhanced, and a hint of bitterness can also be felt. This is the moment when you realize, "Oh no, this is not fruit juice, but sake. This is the moment when you realize that this is not fruit juice but sake. After a little while after pouring it into the glass, the sizzling sensation gradually disappears as the temperature rises, and you can slowly enjoy the fresh sweetness and umami of the rice with the full fruitiness of this sake. The sharpness of the flavor is good and the aftertaste is neither too short nor too long. Summary A fresh and fruity sake. It is generally refreshing and easy to drink. It is really delicious.
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MujinzouORO純米吟醸
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Since I live in Nagano Prefecture, I thought I should try drinking more local sake instead of drinking only kudoki-oi, as the year 2024 has just begun. But in the end, I drank some sake from outside the prefecture, but all of them were at drinking parties. I was so drunk that I don't remember what it tasted like, and I don't even remember the sake crocodile. I am sure it was good. It was a bitter disappointment. I am so sorry. And now, I'm drinking "Mujinkura ORO" in bed. Tachibanakura Shuzo. This is called Tachibanakura "Kikura". I have never had it before, so I bought it. The label is stylish, like wine. The shape of the bottle is also stylish with a streamlined design. Aroma The aroma is of rice flavor and a hint of sourness. The interesting thing about the aroma of this sake is that it has a slight "rocky shore" aroma. It really brought back memories of enjoying rock fishing in the summer. (This is overwhelmingly subjective). Taste Full-bodied and acidic on the palate. Sake degree is positive? It is dry with a touch of umakuchi. The aftertaste is clean and crisp. The aftertaste is short. The combination of umami and acidity in the nose reminds one of the aroma of "Iso" (rocky shore). Summary A food sake. Tachibanakura's sake is sold with this unique acidity and umami. It was a great sake that I would like to drink while eating something at an izakaya.
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KudokijozuJr.の四年目の夏純米大吟醸生詰酒
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Yamadaho Polishing ratio 44 I read "Yamadaho" but I heard it is read as "Yamadabo"... Aroma Fruity ginjo aroma. Sourness aroma like a combination of apple, peach, and pineapple. Sourness is the main aroma, but there is also a soft sweetness. Nice aroma. You can also taste the umami of the rice from the aroma. Taste Sourness is the main taste on the palate. However, the sourness is followed by a fruity sweetness and the umami of the rice that spreads in the mouth. The balance of acidity, sweetness, and umami is very good, and it is very pleasant to drink. Summary This sake is not just a simple sweet and umami sake, but a sake with a delicious acidity. If the only flavor was sourness, it would be hard to choose who would drink it, but that is what the Jr. series is all about. The sweet and tasty flavor that does not overwhelm the palate is what brings it all together in the end, making it very easy to drink. Yamadaho sake rice is also known for its acidity and umami, and I wonder if this is a result of its characteristics. Since the middle of this year, I have been comparing the Jr. series and have come to understand the differences in aroma and taste between the different sake rice varieties. However, even looking back at past check-ins, it is difficult to convey the differences in writing.... I am not aiming to become a sake connoisseur, but....
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KudokijozuJr.の未来33純米大吟醸生詰酒
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Sake Mirai Jr. version Aroma Melon, pineapple, peach, apple. Beyond the fruit, there is a sense of alcohol. As it approaches room temperature, you can taste the flavor and sweetness of the rice. Very fruity and juicy ginjo aroma. [Mouthfeel Sweet on the palate. The sweetness clings to the tongue with a smooth texture. It is sweet like rice and sweet like a sweet potato. Peach, pineapple, lactobacillus drink, and apple sweetness. The aroma itself is very fruity, but the sweetness and umami of the rice stand out on the palate. Next to the sweetness is a slight sourness and bitterness. However, this sourness and bitterness are not overpowering, and they are quickly cleared up when the sake is swallowed. The aftertaste is dominated by the sweetness and umami of the rice in the mouth and nostrils. And this lingering taste is also gradually cleared up...it is delicious. Summary A sweet and delicious sake. The slight sourness and bitterness accentuates the sweet-umami on the palate and the sweet-umami aftertaste. The taste and aroma are quite different from the "Kudo Ue Sake Mirai" that we checked in the past, but they both complement the quality of "Sake Mirai" very well and are delicious. Personally, I would still recommend the Jr. series.
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Akanesasu限定酒 純米吟醸 五郎兵衛水田減農薬栽培米純米吟醸
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A gift. What is Gorobei Rice... Gorobei Rice is produced in a limited area near the Gorobei Irrigation Canal. The rice grown in the clear stream from Mt. Tateshina and the strong clay soil of Asashina is characterized by its stickiness and sweetness. The limited production of this rice and its delicious taste have made it a "phantom rice," a brand of rice that is rarely distributed in the market and is treated by high-class restaurants. (Reference: Shinshu Saku Travel Sightseeing Guide HP) Aroma A clear ginjo aroma. Fruity aroma with a hint of sourness. Green apple, sour pineapple, citrus. Taste Sweet on the palate. Sweetness that clings to the tongue. Sweetness like apple and pineapple. Not only sweet, but sourness and a hint of bitterness come into play in the middle of the taste. When swallowed, a weak pungency appears in the aftertaste. It has a good sharpness. Summary A refreshing and tasty sake. Easy to drink with sweetness. It is also wine glass type. < Awards Gold Prize at the 2011 Wineglass Sake Awards. Brussels International Competition 1st SAKE selection 2019 Platinum Award
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Senkinオーガニックナチュール 2023生酛
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My first Sentori. I was excited to drink it. To begin with, it was delicious. Aroma It has a clear and fruity aroma. Strawberry? Berry-like sour and sweet aroma. Yogurt or a hint of banana-like sweetness. In general, it has a nice aroma. You can smell it all the time. Taste Sweet on the palate. The unique sourness blooms in the middle of the taste. Green apple, white grape, bitter orange, rice flavor, sweetness, and slight spice. For a moment, I felt like I was drinking a white wine, but the taste in the mouth and the lingering aftertaste through the nose are sake itself. Summary. Fruity sake. Delicious with a glass of wine. It has sweetness without spiciness. The acidity is unique. You can enjoy its elegant aroma and taste. I once checked in a sake with a rice polishing ratio of 90% or higher that had a wildly acidic taste, and was astonished at how different it was from that. Does "wooden barrel brewing" give it the "oaky" feeling of whiskey? I don't know. The aroma and flavor of the sake has a hint of wood. No wonder "Sentori" is so popular. I'm going to try different kinds.
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ジェイ&ノビィ
Good evening, kaito37147077😃. Congratulations on your first Sentori ‼️ 🎉! I'm sure you'll enjoy drinking different kinds of Sentori and get addicted to it 🤗.
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Mr. Jay & Mr. Nobby I always refer to your Sake-no-wa reviews. Please let us know again about good sake from Tochigi prefecture. Thank you very much.
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Zaku愛山 純米吟醸 2023純米吟醸
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This is the first "Sakusaku". But it is not a flagship bottle, but a limited edition bottle. I have a weakness for the word "limited". The reason why I bought this bottle is that I also liked the taste of "Aizan 33" from the past check-in Jr. series of Kudokyu-jote. Aroma: Fruity and refreshing. Fruity and refreshing ginjo aroma. Aroma: Green apple, pineapple, peach, strawberry, raspberry, and a hint of sweet lactic acid beverage. It has a very nice aroma with a hint of sourness and sweetness. Taste. The mouthfeel is sweet with a touch of sourness. It has a certain sweetness like a "peach" with sourness. However, the sweetness does not end there. This bitterness also enhances the deliciousness and sweetness of this sake. Delicious. Summary A fragrant, fruity, sweet sake. However, it is not only sweet, but also has acidity and bitterness, making it a very well-balanced and delicious sake that you will not get tired of drinking at all. Aizan is a good rice to enjoy its unique sweetness and acidity. Saku" is delicious. Now I want to buy a flagship bottle.
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KudokijozuJr. 小川酵母純米大吟醸生詰酒
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The characteristics of Ogawa yeast are: "It produces an excellent aroma (ethyl caproate), produces little acidity, and works well at low temperatures, so it is highly regarded as a yeast suitable for high-grade sake such as ginjo. Kamenoi Sake Brewery's mellow sake, whether dry or sweet, is crisp and clear, and I wonder if Ogawa yeast is responsible for this characteristic. I wonder if Ogawa yeast is responsible for this characteristic. I am a pervert who has recently become curious about the differences in aroma and taste depending on the yeast, type of rice, and brewing method of sake. [Aroma Fruity and refreshing ginjo aroma. Green apple, sweet ripe pineapple, hints of peach, citrus, and orange peel. Very pleasant aroma with citrusy and sweet notes. [Taste]. Smooth on the palate. It has a fruity sweetness like apple and pineapple, with a sweet and umami taste of rice. There is little acidity and bitterness, and almost no pungency. As usual, it has a sharpness. Easy to drink. Summary Fruity and delicious. It has a good balance of sweetness, umami, acidity, and bitterness. I would like to conquer the entire Jr. series lineup over the course of this year and make a personal ranking of the sweetness and deliciousness.
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吉田屋治助金ラベル純米吟醸
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A new product from Chikumanishiki Brewery. I found out about it through a follow & retweet campaign on their official account on X (formerly: Twitter). Yes, I applied but missed it, so I bought it. Aroma. Mainly sour aroma. Rice huskiness. A hint of soy sauce. Sense of alcohol. Mouthfeel You can enjoy the rich taste of rice on the palate. However, the spiciness comes soon after. The sharpness of the taste is good. Summary A delicious umami-ish dry food sake. The sake is in the positive range, although the sake meter is undisclosed. The overall taste is clean and refreshing. Personally, I enjoyed it more when I just sipped it rather than rolling it around on my tongue! It has a nice sharpness and makes you want to have something to eat when you drink it! This is a summer-only sake from Chikumanishiki Shuzo. The bottle design is stylish and to my liking.
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Kudokijozu純米大吟醸 Jr.と小川酵母 愛山編 純米大吟醸生詰酒
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Polishing ratio 44 Aroma The main aroma is sourness of ginjo. Clear, fresh, and fruity. Green apple, citrus, alcohol, and some spice. The acidic fruity aroma is combined with the scent of alcohol, creating a bewitching and ethereal aroma! [Taste]. Smooth on the palate. As the aroma suggests, the acidity is the main flavor. However, the sweetness is combined with the sourness that can be sensed in the aroma, creating an elegant taste that is not overly sweet. In addition, the delicious taste of rice spreads on the tongue and in the mouth. The sharpness of the flavor is good! Just when you think you have felt the acidity, umami, and sweetness, it quickly snaps out.... [Summary True to the words on the label. It is truly a sake of today, combining the drinkability of the modern era with the drinkability of the staid past. The acidity is the main flavor, but the smoothness of the mouthfeel, moderate sweetness, and sharpness of the flavor make sake easy to drink, friendly, and enjoyable. Well, I can't help but feel Jr.'s insatiable inquisitiveness and passion for sake. I have fallen in love with the Jr. series, and this is the reason why most of my contributions to "Sake-no-wa" are made by Kamenoi Shuzo.
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Bakuren超辛口大吟醸 出羽の里33%大吟醸生詰酒
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Also known as "Rainbow Bakuren It is a rainbow, and it is a daiginjo. [Aroma. Muscat, grapefruit, juicy orange. Sweet aroma of lactic acid bacteria drink. It has a sweet aroma like some kind of snow cake. In general, it has a sweet and very fruity aroma. This Niji-bakuren is said to have a sake degree of about +15, but the aroma does not remind me of spiciness at all. It has a unique harmony of sourness and sweetness, like the lactic acid bacteria beverage that I felt when I checked in on "Jr. ...Is this really "super dry"? I have the impression that it is. Taste Fruity and sweet on the palate! But the next moment, the spiciness rushes in! The spiciness is the real highlight of the taste, and as you enjoy the spiciness on your tongue, it gradually switches to a refreshing sourness and bitterness that melts into the fruity taste that you felt earlier. Interesting! Easy to drink! Good sharpness, too! The lingering spiciness lingers on the nose! Summary The base of both the aroma and taste is fruity, derived from kudokido-te. The spiciness is a rainbow. The spiciness appears like a rainbow and fades out beautifully as if the rainbow disappears. You can enjoy such a rich taste of "Super Dry Daiginjo".
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ShuhoBEACH SIDE純米吟醸生詰酒
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Jacket purchase. Cool blue shiny bottle and label. The pop design is impressive, making it seem like it is not a sake. Looking closely at the label on the front, you can see that it says, "Mix with soda and garnish with lime. I had never thought of mixing sake with soda, so I gave it a try. Aroma: Straight Aroma: A strong aroma with a strong acidity. Strong acidity. Sour and slightly sweet aroma like lychee and raspberry. There is a sense of alcohol and some gas. There is the aroma of koji (malted rice) and the umami aroma of rice. Taste] Straightforward. It has a momentary sweetness on the palate...but soon the acidity becomes the main taste, accompanied by bitterness. Although it is rated -10 on the sake meter, the sweetness is not the main flavor. It has a strong flavor and a strong peculiarity. On the rocks. When watered, it is much more delicious than straight sake. The acidity and bitterness decrease and the taste suddenly becomes mild. Soda on the rocks Personally, sodasawari is the winner. I prefer 1:1 or 1:2. Summary. This is a summer sake that is designed to be watered down or mixed with water. It is a summer drink that tastes great with soda. Please drink it the way you like.
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Kudokijozu羽州酒米 酒未来 精米歩合50% 純米吟醸純米吟醸生詰酒
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What is Sake Mirai? Sake Mirai is a rice developed by Takagi Shuzo, the brewer of "Jyushidai". Aroma Gorgeous ginjo aroma. In addition to its refreshing aroma, it has a full-bodied aroma. Aroma: Aroma of dark orange. Citrusy aroma like grapefruit. The aroma is fruity, and the flavor of the rice can be felt. Light alcohol stimulation. Taste The first mouthful has a sweetness that is unique to Kudokidote. However, from the next moment, the spiciness of sake and the umami of rice spread in the mouth as if a flower has bloomed. This pungency is not so strong and does not last long. The lingering taste is completed by the sweetness felt on the palate and a refreshing acidity. Summary It is mellow. It is easy to drink, and is a very greedy sake that allows you to enjoy sweetness, umami, spiciness, and sourness all at the same time. It has a sake meter of +1, and the accent of spiciness is very pleasant. It is very pleasant. But finally, it is finished with sweetness and deliciousness that only Kudokibe can offer. It makes you want to have a side dish.... I think it is better to drink it with someone over a meal than to drink it alone at home. I thought so!
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KudokijozuJr.の摩訶不思議ちゃん純米大吟醸生詰酒
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June Kudokibe Jr. Series [Scent. Pineapple, apple, peach, and muscat. Clear and fruity. The nose is a jewel box of fruits. There is also a soft sweet aroma like Daifuku rice cake. In general, the ginjo aroma is clear and very gorgeous. Mouthfeel Smooth on the palate, and sweet in every way. !!!! Easy to drink. Almost no spiciness. When you roll it around on your tongue, you can enjoy the rich sweetness. Fruity sweetness with a light sourness like pineapple that comes next to a sweetness like suama (rice cake)! This is more pineapple juice than sake! That's how sweet it is! There is really no unpleasant taste! Although it is sweet, it is not tiring to drink, probably due to the moderate acidity! The aftertaste is long, with the above sweetness and fruitiness running through the mouth and nostrils: !!!! You can enjoy the sweet and tasty pleasant aftertaste: !!!! Summary. An unquestionably sweet sake. Rich and gorgeous in both aroma and taste. And it is sweet and delicious! The fruity, pineapple-like flavor is on full display. I think it is sweeter than Aizan 33, which I checked in before. I would baldly recommend it to those who are looking for a sweet sake!
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