It has a grape-like flavor that spreads and is quickly followed by bitterness and acidity that finishes with a crisp finish. It is delicious and easy to drink.
A bit of melon umami, soon the bitterness and lactic acidity become stronger, and it finishes with a kick. It is easy to drink despite its strong umami.
Comparison at a ryokan (Japanese inn).
From left to right: Wakamori with a spicy sake taste, Obaste Masamune with a sharp taste of rice, and Zenkoji with a sweet lactic acid taste.
I liked Obaste Masamune, which goes well with meals.
It's been a long time since I've had a summer gale. It is easy to drink and refreshing as in summer. It is calm but has a sweet orange flavor with a strong bitterness and acidity. I am always surprised at the price of about 1,300 yen including tax.
The melon flavor is fruity, with a slight aliveness that is immediately followed by a dry bitter acidity and a bit of lactic acidity, while still being clean and crisp.