Azumatsuru Junmai Ginjo White
$53.00
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Description:
'Azumatsuru White' | Saga Prefecture | Junmai Ginjo|15% ABV:
Azumatsuru Junmai Ginjo White is brewed using shiro koji, a white koji more commonly associated with shochu production than sake. This distinctive fermentation method lends the sake a rounded texture and bright, refreshing character.
Light to medium in sweetness, it offers aromas of pear and apple alongside vibrant citrus notes reminiscent of fresh lemon. The palate is smooth and refreshing, with a gentle acidity that brings lift and balance to the fruit-forward profile. Clean and approachable, it finishes with a crisp brightness that invites another sip.
Best served well chilled, it pairs beautifully with lighter fare such as salads, fried calamari, white fish, and steamed clams. Fresh and versatile, it complements delicate flavors without overwhelming them.
Specifications:
Brewery: Azumatsuru Shuzo
Region: Saga prefecture
Special Designation Grade: Junmai Ginjo White
Rice Polishing Rate: 55%
Rice: Saga No Hana
Alcohol: 15.5%
Sake Meter Value: -8
Acidity: 1.5
Serve: Chilled or lightly chilled 41-50°F
Measurements:
720ml
History:
Azumatsuru Shuzo traces its history to 1830 in Saga Prefecture. Although sake production was suspended for many years due to financial difficulties, the brewery was revitalized in 2008 when the founder's descendant resumed brewing, bringing new life to a long-standing family tradition.
Today, the brewery works with locally grown sake rice from Saga Prefecture and draws exceptionally pure groundwater from the region. Combining local ingredients with careful craftsmanship, Azumatsuru has earned recognition for its distinctive sake and has received numerous awards at competitions throughout Japan.
'Azumatsuru White' | Saga Prefecture | Junmai Ginjo|15% ABV:
Azumatsuru Junmai Ginjo White is brewed using shiro koji, a white koji more commonly associated with shochu production than sake. This distinctive fermentation method lends the sake a rounded texture and bright, refreshing character.
Light to medium in sweetness, it offers aromas of pear and apple alongside vibrant citrus notes reminiscent of fresh lemon. The palate is smooth and refreshing, with a gentle acidity that brings lift and balance to the fruit-forward profile. Clean and approachable, it finishes with a crisp brightness that invites another sip.
Best served well chilled, it pairs beautifully with lighter fare such as salads, fried calamari, white fish, and steamed clams. Fresh and versatile, it complements delicate flavors without overwhelming them.
Specifications:
Brewery: Azumatsuru Shuzo
Region: Saga prefecture
Special Designation Grade: Junmai Ginjo White
Rice Polishing Rate: 55%
Rice: Saga No Hana
Alcohol: 15.5%
Sake Meter Value: -8
Acidity: 1.5
Serve: Chilled or lightly chilled 41-50°F
Measurements:
720ml
History:
Azumatsuru Shuzo traces its history to 1830 in Saga Prefecture. Although sake production was suspended for many years due to financial difficulties, the brewery was revitalized in 2008 when the founder's descendant resumed brewing, bringing new life to a long-standing family tradition.
Today, the brewery works with locally grown sake rice from Saga Prefecture and draws exceptionally pure groundwater from the region. Combining local ingredients with careful craftsmanship, Azumatsuru has earned recognition for its distinctive sake and has received numerous awards at competitions throughout Japan.
Ingredients:
Rice, water, yeast, koji
Serving Instructions:
Serve chilled or lightly chilled.
Rice, water, yeast, koji
Serving Instructions:
Serve chilled or lightly chilled.
All sake is final sale.
All alcohol shipments require an adult signature. Please ship your package where someone over 21 can sign for it.
We are not responsible for heat-related issues, and we do not offer ice packs because melting ice packs can compromise the integrity of cardboard boxes in transit, risking damage to your package. Please consider the weather when placing your order, especially during the summer.
All alcohol shipments require an adult signature. Please ship your package where someone over 21 can sign for it.
We are not responsible for heat-related issues, and we do not offer ice packs because melting ice packs can compromise the integrity of cardboard boxes in transit, risking damage to your package. Please consider the weather when placing your order, especially during the summer.