Kikumasamune Junmai Namachozo (720ml, 15%)

This “shiboritate” (freshly pressed sake) in the “namachozo” subcategory (matured without pasteurization) uses their own Kikumasa HA14 sake yeast. This special proprietary yeast strain produces high levels of ethyl caproate esters known for a green apple-like aroma, what sake geeks call “kapukapu.” Typically used in light and delicate ginjo sake, they’ve defied the trend by achieving this fresh aroma with their signature dry, bold junmai. They recommend this cold, in a wine glass with rich creamy foods.

Brand Kikumasamune
Brewery Kikumasamune Brewing Company
Category Junmai
Subcategory Namachozo
Rice variety N/A
Yeast variety N/A
Alcohol 15%
RPR 70%
SMV -2.0
Acidity 1.6