hige
The fruity nuances give way to the umami of the rice.
As it is claimed to be super-dry, it has a firm flavor, yet it is wonderfully crisp and clean.
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hige
Cool and refreshing attack.
Gentle fruity sweetness.
It finishes with a slight bitterness while retaining its delicious freshness.
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hige
It has a firm sake flavor.
The heavy umami and exquisite bitter acidity bring depth of flavor and a lingering aftertaste that retains a sense of rice.
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hige
The refreshing mouthfeel, clear acidity and effervescence make it pleasantly enjoyable.
The umami and sweetness also spread elegantly, giving it a sense of depth in a refreshing taste.
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hige
Fresh, greenish aroma.
A deep umami flavor fills the mouth from the moment the wine is tasted.
The wine is sharp and crisp with a slight effervescence, making it easy to drink and giving a sense of volume throughout.
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hige
Impeccable balance of clear sweetness and umami.
This is a good sake that you can't help but reach for and drink too much of.
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hige
The rich rice aroma and umami taste spread gently from the moment it enters the mouth.
The moderate acidity makes it refreshing and easy to continue drinking despite the umami taste.
The aftertaste is also refreshing.
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hige
The taste is fresh and rich.
The sweetness is subdued, but the umami of the rice gradually spreads.
The tangy acidity and elegant bitterness combine to give it a nice sharpness.
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hige
A beautiful throat. Gradually the aroma and flavor fill the mouth.
The taste is mild, but the elegant sweetness and acidity are very impressive.
The lingering aftertaste is also moderate, so you will never get tired of drinking it.
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hige
Melon-like fresh sweetness and acidity spread at a tremendous rate.
While retaining a deep umami, an austere bitterness follows and is quickly snapped off at a good length.
Fruitiness reappears in the aftertaste.
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hige
The flavor of rice is a little strong.
The aroma is restrained, but the balance between the robust flavor and good sharpness is very good.
It is the middle of the spectrum of sake taste, with no additions or subtractions.
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hige
It is refreshing and light.
The sweetness and bitterness go well together, and although the assertion is not strong, the taste of sake can be felt.
The sharpness is also outstanding.
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hige
The hop flavor is well pronounced, but strangely enough, it matches very well with the sake flavor.
The citrus-like sweetness and hop bitterness are perfectly balanced and give it a unique sharpness.
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hige
The taste is dark and robust.
The umami of the rice is strongly felt.
The sweetness is moderate, and when combined with the clear acidity, it gives it even more depth.
The sharpness is also good.
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hige
Houraisen Sora
It starts with an elegant sweetness, followed by a clear but firm rice flavor.
The beautiful acidity, which is mainly sweetness, gives it an outstanding sharpness.
Taken at my sister-in-law's house
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hige
The rich flavor fills the mouth from the moment it is contained. Many layers of flavor run through it, and the sharpness is good.
The flavor is robust, but the transparency is strong, so the invitation to take the next sip is strong.
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hige
The combination of the umami and sweetness typical of tasake with a moderately ripe, fruity flavor creates the best balance.
The rice flavor is accompanied by a light bitterness that is as sharp as water.
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hige
The flavor of rice is well blended into the clear flavor of Yoshi.
The difference in flavor depending on the temperature range is well expressed and the depth of the flavor can be felt.
It has a beautiful sharpness and is exceptionally delicious among dark mellow dry sake.
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ジェイ&ノビィ
Good morning, hige 😃.
We have only had one bottle of Kagawa sake 🍶 so I will refer to your delicious review here 🥲.
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寿梨庵
Good morning, HIGE 😊.
Etsukaijin is one of the most respected sake (maybe the top...).
And this Honor✨
I bought a bottle myself the other day and I'm stanning it 😆.
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hige
Its modest but elegant sweetness and umami spread pleasantly.
The sweetness increases from the mid-palate to the end of the palate,
The sweetness swells further from the middle to the end and finishes with a clear aftertaste like that of wasanbon.
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hige
The umami spreads slowly with a crisp bitterness.
The bitterness is prevalent, but the bitterness skillfully envelops the rich sweetness.
It is not a sharp, sharp, sweet and delicious sake, but it is very easy to drink.
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