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2/2/2025, 12:24:59 PM

It is absurdly delicious. It is citrusy and slightly acidic, but has a great balance of sweetness, acidity, and umami. It also has a moderate fizziness. It is delicious on its own and the acidity makes it easy to pair with a variety of meals.

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赤武酒造 Iwate

1/16/2025, 12:19:15 PM

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The aroma is thin. It is fruity and very easy to drink, with natural sweetness and refreshing acidity. There is almost no sense of fizz, and while Senkou's Snowball had a natural odor that rose when it was opened, this one has no particular change. The taste is lighter and less sweet than the Snowball. When mixed with ori, it has a subtle yogurt-like aroma and a bit more bitterness, which makes it more drinkable. Personally, I prefer it with ori. As you continue to drink, the flavor gradually becomes thicker and more robust. This gradation is an interesting feature of nigorizake.

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Shimeharitsuru純米吟醸　純

Miyao Shuzo Niigata

1/13/2025, 1:31:03 PM

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Appearance is slightly dark yellow. The aroma is not gorgeous, but it has a sweet aroma with a slightly melon-like flavor. The taste is refreshing, and the umami flavor that is felt quickly recedes nicely. Personally, I feel that the taste is thin, but this is a good combination with a meal such as sashimi. It does not interfere with the meal, and you find yourself drinking more and more of it. This is a perfect food sake.

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Shizengoseven 純米吟醸　荒走り

Ookidaikichi Honten Fukushima

1/12/2025, 2:01:29 PM

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It has a light effervescence, with a fluffy, yogurt-like fermented aroma, and the umami spreads slowly and disappears. It seems to be recommended as a food sake, but it is perfectly fine on its own.

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Sharaku純米酒　無濾過生

Miyaizumi Shuzo Fukushima

1/12/2025, 1:08:23 PM

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Fruity aroma like white peaches, mildly delicious and sweet. Delicious, this is a great taste for the price.

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Senkinモダン　零式

せんきん Tochigi

1/9/2025, 1:07:45 PM

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The aroma is subdued but elegant, like a pear. The subtle sweetness and acidity quickly fade away. It is delicious on its own, but this crisp aftertaste makes it easy to pair with meals, and since it may seem a bit lacking on its own, it is suitable as a mealtime sake. If the temperature is too low, the lightness will stand out more, so it may be a good idea to take it out of the refrigerator beforehand.

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