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manamana
今までただ飲んでいるだけだったので、記録用に始めました。 酔っ払ってどんな日本酒だったか覚えてないことも多々… 頑張ってさけのわに記録したい！！ 半年記録サボってたので、少しずつ遡ります💦 推しの酒は雁木 焼酎も好き 利酒苦手な唎酒師、30代です

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Kaze no Mori
14(6.97%)
Gokyo
14(6.97%)
Koeigiku
11(5.47%)
Aramasa
10(4.98%)
AKABU
8(3.98%)

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The origins of the sake you've drunk are colored on the map.
Fukushima
57(9.88%)
Nagano
39(6.76%)
Nara
36(6.24%)
Niigata
34(5.89%)
Tochigi
31(5.37%)

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Jujiasahiきもと純米 大呂御幡の元気米純米生酛
Asahi ShuzoShimane
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This bottle is made from improved Omachi grown without pesticides, and is made using a yeast-less sake brewing method. It has an impressive flavor that is somewhat rustic, yet has a solid core. When heated, the aroma of grain and gentle umami spreads, and the taste is soothing and gradually sinks into the body. The acidity is mild and not too heavy, making it a good match with meals. It is also good with cheese and fermented snacks. It is not "thick" but "strong," with a toughness and an honest taste that reminds one of the scenery of rice paddies. It is delicious at room temperature, but we also recommend "heating it up" and then "cooling it down. It is a warm sake that will melt your heart.
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A new challenge for Kaze no Mori, using "Nanatsuyu," the first sake rice developed in Nara. This rice, which is a descendant of Nanatsuyu, produces a soft yet dignified flavor that is in tune with Nara's climate. When you approach the glass, a gentle and fresh flowery aroma is wafted over the palate. In the mouth, the fresh sweetness and clean acidity spread out with a delicate gasiness that is typical of Kaze no Mori. The gentle touch of this bottle gives the impression of a carefully prepared profile. The softness unique to Nanaroh adds a new expression to Kaze no Mori. It is said to have been designed with Akitsuho 657 in mind, but Nanaroh is a bit lighter and has a gentle floral impression. This was a sake that made us very excited to see how this sake rice will grow in the future, and gave us such a sense of anticipation for the future.
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Daina特別純米　美山錦　生もと　無濾過生原酒純米吟醸生酛原酒生酒無濾過
Kikunosato ShuzoTochigi
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It has a sense of transparency and comes in easily and cleanly. The aroma is gentle, like freshly cooked rice, with a lingering fruitiness reminiscent of apricot. The mouthfeel is clean, but the depth of flavor gradually develops. It can be enjoyed at room temperature or lukewarm, but it will take on a different look when warmed to room temperature, becoming fuller and mellower. It does not have the heaviness or peculiarity that one might expect from a sake made from the traditional sake yeast, but rather a quiet and careful approach. It is a bottle that we would like to let it mature a little more, and we have high expectations for it.
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The bright emerald green label of this bottle is cool and evocative of the early summer breeze. The transparency of the bottle and the condensation combine to create a refreshing visual effect, as if a cold creek were trapped directly in the bottle. The aroma is fruity and refreshing, reminiscent of green apples and pineapples. In the mouth, the soft sweetness is accompanied by a tart acidity that melts into the palate, leaving a very light feeling down the throat. The lingering bitterness of pink grapefruit was also pleasant, and the coolness increased with each sip. The alcohol content is light at 13%, but the flavor has a firm profile and is fully satisfying as a summer sake. It is a perfect bottle to be enjoyed crisp and cool on a hot day, and the word "clear" is exactly right for it.
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天領盃Single Origine Sake 佐渡
天領盃酒造Niigata
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This straightforward, carefully crafted bottle is produced from water from Sado Island and rice grown by a single farmer. It has a clear flavor that spreads smoothly and a pleasantly mild yet firm acidity, and is the very embodiment of the "new light and dry" taste. The aroma is neither too floral nor too subdued, and while it complements the meal, it leaves a lingering impression that leaves a soft impression on the drinker. It is gentle on the palate with a clean, clear aftertaste that does not tire the drinker. When served in a wine glass, the aroma opens up softly and the flavor profile is more clearly defined. The wine is not "light" and "not enough," but rather "light" and "delicate craftsmanship. It is a serious and sincere bottle that makes you feel that way. We recommend pairing it not only with Japanese food, but also with Western food that makes the most of the flavors of the ingredients.
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A bottle of sake that shows off the meticulous work of a small brewery." The umami of rice spreads gently in the mouth. It is not flashy, but it has a gentle flavor that quietly fills your heart. It has a perfect balance between a fresh and light texture and a soft and fluffy texture, and the umami slowly and quietly sinks in. It is a beautifully balanced sake at any temperature, cold or at room temperature, but if you warm it up to lukewarm, the mellowness increases and the flavor becomes even more deeply cozy. We hope you will have a bottle by your side every day, so that it can accompany your daily meals.
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Daijiro純米うすにごり純米原酒生酒にごり酒
Hata ShuzoShiga
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Don't underestimate a cup of sake, but this is a "delicious" supporting role for Hanami. The moment you take a sip, you will be struck by its fresh, cool, and slightly ginjo aroma. While it feels light, the taste is well-balanced, with sweetness, umami, and acidity spreading out. The nose has a fruity aroma reminiscent of apricots, and the fullness and richness of nigori can also be felt. As you continue to drink, the classic dry taste also peeks out, and you will be drawn in by the changes in flavor. It is a casual yet profound sake that is perfect for picnics, cherry blossom viewing, and other outside drinking.
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Koeigiku黄昏Orange原酒生酒無濾過
Koeigiku ShuzoSaga
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We look forward to "Dusk Orange" every year. This year, its gorgeous passion fruit-like aroma was impressive, and its tropical nuances were even more pronounced. In the mouth, juicy sweetness spreads softly at first, followed by a crisp grapefruit-like acidity and a well-balanced finish with a bitterness reminiscent of orange peel. As indicated by the bright orange color of the label, the taste is bright and fresh, like citrus fruits bathed in the sun. Combined with the slightly effervescent, sparkling sensation, it is refreshing to drink. It tastes like 100% orange juice, and is perfect as an aperitif or as a daytime drink on weekends. The "citrus and Kouei Chrysanthemum" character is still alive and well this year. It is like a seasonal treat that will brighten up your mood.
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Morishima純米吟醸 美山錦55 生酒純米吟醸
Morishima ShuzoIbaraki
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The gentle aroma of green apples rises softly, and a sip reveals the freshness that is typical of nama-zake. The light umami and refreshing acidity are very pleasant, and the aftertaste is nicely integrated and quickly fades away. Even though it is a pure sake, it is mildly sweet at 15°C and does not become too heavy when served with a meal, making it easy to drink. The "Morishima" series, which started in 2019, is a new challenge by the brewery's executive director, Mr. Morishima, who is also the toji (master brewer), and has launched the series under his own name. Based on his past experience, he places great importance on "lightness" and "freshness. The company uses Miyamanishiki, and while adhering to traditional methods, they aim to create a flavor that is in tune with the current era. The label design incorporates the stone wall of the brewery that collapsed in the Great East Japan Earthquake, and I could sense the brewery's strong desire to continue sake brewing in the future. Although I came across this bottle by chance at an izakaya (Japanese-style bar), the straightforward and gentle sake gave me a moment to unwind and relax.
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Kudokijozu出羽燦々33% 純米大吟醸純米大吟醸
Kamenoi ShuzoYamagata
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Kudoki-Ue's spring limited edition sake made with Dewa Sanzu polished to 33% and carefully brewed with No. 10 yeast. When the bottle is opened, a noble fruit aroma like white peaches and muscats wafts through the air. It is not too flashy, yet it is gorgeous and has an exquisite aroma balance that is typical of Kudokibe. In the mouth, a smooth, thick, and dense sweetness spreads. The sweetness is not dull, and the clarity of the sake is a wonderful feature. The freshness typical of nama-zake and the slight gassiness that can be sensed in the mouth help to tighten up the overall flavor, and the taste lingers in the mouth, making you reach for one more glass. It's one of those bottles that makes people ask, "Is it really worth the price?" But after drinking it, you will be convinced that it is indeed a "Junmai Daiginjo that is like a reward. The aroma, taste, and balance are all stable and "a bottle without a doubt.
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Kaze no Mori秋津穂657 Freeze 2021BY
Yucho ShuzoNara
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A bottle of "freshly squeezed" sake, which Kaze no Mori has long pursued by taking advantage of the climate of Gosho, Nara, and using a special freezing technique to lock in the entire bottle. 2021BY Akitsuho 657 was quickly frozen, and after three years the brewer said, "I hope you will enjoy it." This special edition is available only during the Craft Sake Week. The fresh, mellow, and matured sake gave us a sense of new possibilities for Kaze no Mori. When poured into a glass, it has a fruity aroma reminiscent of white grapes and green apples. In the mouth, a clean and smooth flavor spreads softly with bubbles that pop slightly. Sweetness, acidity, and a hint of bitterness overlap beautifully, and the wine has a bright outline and transparency that belies its three-year age. The fresh impression is maintained, and the wine softly and quietly blends well on the tongue. This bottle is a perfect combination of the robust flavor typical of Akitsuho 657 and the roundness and density that only long-term ice aging can provide. It was a sake that carefully embodied Kaze no Mori's cherished concept of "sake that enriches everyday life" with skill and time. For fans of Kaze no Mori, this is a memorable Freeze that will leave them with new impressions and rediscoveries.
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Hiraizumi飛囀 雛 (HINA) 中取り直汲み純米吟醸中取り
HiraizumihonpoAkita
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A lovely, light bottle reminiscent of the soft spring air. HINA" is the memorable debut of Tobirazumi's "Tobirazumi" series, and this season it is a CSW limited edition "Nakadori Nao Kumi" (directly drawn from the middle). The triple combination of low alcohol (12%), Yamahai brewing, and No.77 yeast gives it a refreshing taste with a strong individuality. The first thing that spreads in the mouth is a bright acidity like lemon or grapefruit. Although it is only 12%, it has a core flavor and a pleasantly satisfying sensation. It has a pleasant and satisfying taste with a light 12%, yet it has some core flavor. As the name suggests, it is a bottle that flutters about like "chicks" in a cute but firm manner. It is a refreshing and refined taste that reminds us of Hirasen's spirit of challenge and Akita's careful handiwork.
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Banshuikkon純米大吟醸 山田錦 斗瓶囲い純米大吟醸斗瓶取り
San'yohai ShuzoHyogo
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CSW's special edition. This bottle is made with 30% polished rice and extraordinarily high grade Yamadanishiki from Yoshikawa, a special A district, and is bottled by the highest quality and labor-intensive process of bag-hanging and tobira-tori (bottle collection). Each bottle is carefully temperature-controlled and heated to a perfect temperature. The moment you take a sip, you will be surprised at the clarity and smoothness of the sake. The warm, gentle aroma spreads softly. The elegant flavor is reminiscent of tropical fruits, and the soft, gentle sweetness slowly melts onto your tongue. The aroma, mouthfeel, and aftertaste are all delicate, gorgeous, and graceful. It was a sake that expressed to the fullest extent the power of Yoshikawa Yamadanishiki, which can only be brought out by a local brewery in Banshu. It is truly an "exquisite sake.
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Kamonishiki荷札酒 吉川山田錦 SPARKLING純米大吟醸発泡
Kamonishiki ShuzoNiigata
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A bottle with a pleasant gaseous sensation that spreads with a swoosh. This is not a sparkling wine, but a sparkling wine (with added carbon dioxide). （The gorgeous aroma and light mouthfeel make it easy to drink and feel as if it is soaking into your body. As is typical of Kamo Nishiki, the alcohol content is designed to be low at 13%, so you will not get tired of drinking it. The fruity sweetness and fine bubbles are in harmony, and you can enjoy its freshness and elegance at the same time. The soft texture and clean aftertaste typical of kafuda sake are still present. It is clear without a hint of nigorigo, and is truly "sake that goes well with today's dining table. It is a light and bright sparkling sake that reminds us of the coming of spring.
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Hozanたからやま　春の陽に純米生貯蔵酒
Takarayama ShuzoNiigata
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Like the sunlight quietly streaming in on a spring morning-- The soft aroma and gently spreading fruity sweetness. The roundness and lightness of Niigata Koshihikari rice will melt into your heart. The brewery has been through a lot, but we are very happy to see new sake again... we sipped the sake with such a feeling. The label, inspired by cherry blossom viewing in Yahiko, reads "Spring is Akebono" and features a scene of Mount Yahiko and cherry blossoms. It conveys the brewery's desire to deliver sake that loves spring and feels the season. The hope that is contained in this sake, "From here again," gently permeated my heart along with the spring air.
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haccobaSkey Skey Honey! -Limited Edition-（haccoba LAB＿×ANTELOPE）
Niigata
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A bottle filled with playfulness and craftsmanship, born from the unprecedented challenge of "sake, mead, and bourbon barrels". A collaboration between haccoba and ANTELOPE, a mead maker in Shiga Prefecture, this innovative style is made with rice, koji, and honey, and second fermentation in bourbon barrels. In the mouth, the gentle sweetness of honey and the smoky vanilla aroma derived from bourbon barrels softly unfold. The citrus nuance of orange honey, the fullness of rice, and the mellowness of koji add to this, creating a strange sensation as if you were tasting an exotic sweet with sake. The name "Skey" is taken from the end of the word "whiskey. Skey" is taken from the end of the word whisky, which can be read as "Squeaky, honey! is also one of the most cute and charming aspects of this sake. This is a luxurious and romantic bottle that is recommended only for those who love sake, with its exquisite blend of Japanese and Western, sweet and smoky tones. It is perfect for rewarding yourself or for an evening shared with someone special.
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Shirakawago純米にごり酒 出来たてORIGIN純米にごり酒
Miwa ShuzoGifu
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ORIGIN is the origin of the nigori sake from Shirakawa-go, which is synonymous with the brewery. From the brewing of the mash to the bottling, no water is added and no heat is added. The freshness of the freshly squeezed, slightly bubbly taste has been locked in by quick freezing (technican freezing) in its raw state. While the rich, thick rice flavor and sweetness spreads, the crispness of the freshly squeezed flavor is impressive. It is not too mild, and the lingering aftertaste is surprisingly refreshing, making it a must-try even for those who are not fond of nigori sake. It is said to be made from the same malt as Shirakawa-go Sparkling, and while it has a lightness that is somewhat similar, this one has a richer presence of rice and is more robust. Every time I drank it, I was reminded that this is the "origin" of nigori sake, an unforgettable experience for nigori sake lovers.
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奥スパークリング純米発泡
山﨑Aichi
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CSW limited edition sake. The bubbles rise vigorously. The strong bubbling sensation that can only come from secondary fermentation in the bottle is pleasant, and the drink is refreshing and crisp. The flavor of rice spreads softly on the palate, and the firm acidity tightens the outline of the flavor. The light flavor, which does not rely on sweetness, is finished with a sense of depth and clarity. It also has nuances somewhat reminiscent of Yamazaki's "Harukasumi," a delicate nigori sparkling wine that can be enjoyed to its fullest. The bright and gentle flavor, which seems to be cloaked in lingering springtime afterglow, makes it a perfect toast or a bottle to be enjoyed leisurely in the late afternoon.
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Miyozakura津島屋外伝　純米大吟醸49才の桜純米大吟醸
Miyozakura JozoGifu
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Soft and gentle, like cherry blossoms dancing in the spring breeze. The aroma is gentle and elegant. The delicate aroma derived from yeast rises softly from the glass, with nuances of white peach and melon. In the mouth, the mild sweetness and clear flavor spread gradually, and the acidity is gentle and very smooth. The elegant lingering aftertaste fades away as if fading away. This bottle is a re-launch of the "age-engraving" series that began with "28-year-old Spring". Hiroaki Sakemukai, former toji, has returned to sake brewing as a technical advisor, and together with Hiroei Watanabe, the current master brewer, he brewed this special spring sake with the theme of "49 years old," a milestone for the brewery. The label features the words "49 years old, cherry blossoms" written by the calligrapher Izumi Endo, who has graced the spring series to date. The calligraphy, which has both supple curves and strength, seems to reflect the "quiet determination" of this sake. The 48% polished Yamada-Nishiki produced in Honzu City, Gifu Prefecture, which is cultivated with low amounts of pesticides, and three types of yeast are used to create a soft but core flavor. It has a refined aroma and a flavor that seeps into the mouth, and quietly conveys the joy of "welcoming another spring".
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