Domaine Sakura, 100% Yamadanishiki
50% koji rice, 60% kake rice, 14% koji rice.
Sweet aroma of rice.
Refreshing sourness. The aftertaste is smooth and refreshing.
Cold bottle storage, once fired
55%, 15%.
Rounded sweetness of rice and a muscat-like sour aroma.
The mouthfeel has a crisp acidity, and the rice flavor lingers on the tongue. The aftertaste remains crisp and acidic.
It can be enjoyed on its own or with a meal.
50%, 15-16° C. Sake degree ±0
Round sweet aroma of rice.
It tastes just as it should, clean and free of any cloying flavors. Sourness and bitterness in the aftertaste.
It is easy to drink on its own and goes well with meals.
100% Yamae Nishiki from Nagano, Japan
55%, 15 degrees Celsius.
Gentle aroma of rice.
Refreshing gasiness that tingles on the tongue.
The round sweetness of rice with a crisp acidity.
As it reaches room temperature, the rice flavor lingers on the tongue.
It is easy to drink by itself and goes well with meals.
60%, 15-16 degrees.
A refreshing aroma with a hint of acidity on the other side of the round sweetness of rice.
Refreshing mouthfeel with acidity. The flavor of rice lingers on the tongue.
The aftertaste is a little bitter at the back of the throat.
It goes well with meals.
45%, 15°.
Sweet and sour aroma of rice.
A slight gassy sensation at the mouth.
Sourness comes in and astringency in the aftertaste.
At room temperature, the impact of the first sip seems to weaken a bit, but the flavor remains the same.
Polishing ratio: undisclosed, 13 degrees.
Winner of the gold medal at the "Delicious Sake in a Glass of Wine Award 2025".
Melon-like aroma.
It has a fruity and sour taste with a gentle sweet aftertaste. Anyway, it is easy to drink.
When served cold and at room temperature, the acidity subsides a little and the melon-like sweetness increases a little, but it does not become too sweet and remains easy to drink.
Rather than with a meal, it is perfect as an aperitif or after-dinner drink with ham, cheese, etc.
100% Miyamanishiki produced in Nagano Prefecture
55%, 15% alcohol
Slightly sweet aroma with a hint of acidity.
Slightly gassy on the palate. Sour and refreshing. A little sweetness remains at the back of the tongue with a slight bitterness in the aftertaste.
I drank it at room temperature, but it would be even better if it were chilled.
100% Miyamanishiki
50%, 16%.
Rounded sweetness in the mouth, which is replaced by a crisp acidity and a slight bitterness in the aftertaste.
It can be drunk endlessly on its own, and goes well with a meal.
100% Yamadanishiki from Hyogo Prefecture
50%, 16%, Sake strength -1, Sugar content 1.4
As soon as it is served, it is crisp and refreshing.
As it reaches room temperature, the flavor changes with a slight increase in umami and sweetness, making it more suitable for meals.
100% Omachi from Okayama Prefecture
50%, 15.5° C
Aroma of rice and a little sourness.
The flavor is refreshing and spreads in the mouth. The taste is convincing, which explains why it is a popular brand.
In-house strain of yeast No. 7
55%, 14 degrees Celsius
Sour aroma with the sweetness of rice.
The taste is the same as before, with a slight bitterness.
It has a sharp aftertaste.
It is perfectly in line with the intention of being made for summer.
It is delicious on its own and goes well with meals.