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Sharaku純米大吟醸雫取り
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Sharaku Junmai Daiginjo Shizukutori Colorless and transparent The aroma is quite fruity with white peach, lychee and even melon. The aroma of the raw material is like a white egg dumpling, which is solid for a 40% polished Jundaiginjo. The sweetness can be felt from the attack. Good acidity and umami. It is noteworthy that it is very clear and free of miscellaneous flavors, and that there is no looseness in the texture even though the bitterness is suppressed. With this level of polish, the bitterness often plays a role in tightening the texture, although it depends on the brewery whether it is intentional or not. On the other hand, if the bitterness is suppressed, the taste may become loose and sluggish, but this is well-balanced while being suppressed. It is a good sake that is light without being tiring to drink, but has a good flavor and gorgeousness.
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Hokusetsu Daiginjo YK35 As the name suggests, it is a typical gorgeous daiginjo. It has a mild raw material aroma with citrus like grapefruit. The greenish smell of brewing alcohol can be clearly felt in the aroma. Moderate acidity. Powerful and expansive bitterness and chilly alcohol. The texture is slightly puffy but not expansive. It is a textbook YK35, with the name representing the body. In comparison with Hakkaisan Daiginjo, it is more light and has less umami and bitterness, but this may be the reason why it is said to have a high ratio of exports to production and is popular with foreigners. At 4,950 yen (tax included), it is not cheap, but the cool bottle design and the name, which now has a somewhat critical ring to it, make it a hot topic, and one that will likely have its own place in the market. It would make a great gift for sake drinkers of the YK35 generation, or conversely, for the generation that sees YK35 as history.
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1000 kan rhinoceros beetle 2021 The raw material aroma is mild and not so powdery, like white egg dumplings. In addition to citrus, there is a hint of fresh white peach and melon. Compared to the Shinsei, the composition is more iso-ish fruit aroma. It has a sharp acidity and a bitterness that disappears quickly but has a grip. The texture is compact rather than sharp, and the aftertaste lingers but is crisp. The advantages of low-alcohol sake are made the best use of, and the lightness that can be drunk quickly and the taste that can be felt in the midst of it are shown. From the image of the brewery, I had a preconceived notion that it was a traditional sake, but it seems to be a quick brew?
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Hatsukame Treasured Junmai Daiginjo Kame Colorless and transparent Typical Iso-leaning, sweet banana and white peach. The aroma is not high and gentle, and the raw material scent is reminiscent of Kamishinbako, which is only possible with high refinement. Moderate sweetness in the attack. The acidity is mild. The bitterness spreads slowly and slowly, but it exceeds the sweetness in terms of strength. The first impression is full, but it converges with bitterness. The flagship of Hatsukame. It has an easy to understand, high-grade aroma, a bitterness that softens and unifies the taste from low-temperature aging, and other elements that make it worthy of being called a flagship. The characteristic of this beer is that the mild bitterness, which is broad and persistent, wraps up the flavor and converges beautifully, and the contrast between the crisp taste and the long aftertaste is interesting. On the other hand, the bitterness itself is powerful in its own right and can be a bit tiring to drink, so it is designed to be enjoyed by people who are familiar with sake. I would like to see this wine paired with a light bitterness rather than a strong wash.
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