{"title":"Junmai Daiginjo","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'\u003c\/strong\u003ePure rice' sake, brewed with rice that has been polished to 50% or less. This is the highest category within premium sake, a style that always\u0026nbsp;poses a significant challenge to the brewmasters of Japan. It is \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esake with\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003erefined\u0026nbsp;structure, viscosity, complexity and\u0026nbsp;uplifting aroma. Junmai Daiginjo will always vary in character, often appearing\u0026nbsp;as a signature for the brewmaster.\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kimoto-junmai-daiginjo","title":"Sohomare - Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e生\u0026nbsp; 酛\u0026nbsp; 仕\u0026nbsp; 込 \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;純\u0026nbsp; 米\u0026nbsp; 大\u0026nbsp; 吟\u0026nbsp; 醸\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe impression of this sake implies a sense of the sublime. New and old methods meet in incredibly fine balance, where the Kimoto brewing process with its naturally occurring lactic acid is combined with rice that has been polished down to 45%. A unique intervention in the brewing process is\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sohomare.co.jp\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"sohomare sake brewery\"\u003eSohomares\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;blend of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minikasake.com\/en\/collections\/kimoto\" title=\"Kimoto Sake Selection\"\u003eKimoto sake\u003c\/a\u003e from three different brewing seasons. This creates an\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eassembly\u003c\/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eof champagne\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003edepth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;in their sake, which provides volume and matured fullness. The taste of this sake is an aesthetic experience where subtle tones of lychee and minerals are felt at the back of the mouth long after the liquid has disappeared.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eServing: Drink it alone as an aperitif or together with light food such as Sashimi, raw langoustine or caviar. Give it 15 minutes on the kitchen counter after removal from the refrigerator. If it\u0026#39;s too cold in the glass, you wont experience all the subtle taste nuances or complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Sohomare Kimoto sake matures well, it offers the possibility of making a fine vintage by properly storing cold and dark.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eContent: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eABV: 16%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePolishing Rate: 45%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRice Strain: 100% Yamada-Nishiki\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eYeast Strain: Nr14 - Nr9 - Nr7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewery:\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sohomare.co.jp\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"sohomare sake brewery\"\u003eSohomare Shuzo\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;- Tochigi Prefecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sohomare Shuzo, Tochigi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19733266268260,"sku":"KJDG-720","price":739.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/kimoto-junmai-daiginjo-528899.jpg?v=1649684789"},{"product_id":"seiryu-stream-junmai-daiginjo","title":"Seiryu (Stream) Junmai Daiginjo (300ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e清流 米 大 吟 釀 清流\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mild mannered Stream represents the taste ideal of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minikasake.com\/collections\/tatenokawa-sake-selections\" title=\"selection of japanese sake by tatenokawa brewery\"\u003eTatenokawa\u003c\/a\u003e at its core. Made with locally harvested Premium Dewasansan rice, a variety that was developed for the colder climate of Yamagata in Northern Tohoku. This sake is truly light as a feather \u003cspan\u003ewith a low alcohol content at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14%\u003c\/span\u003e. The extraordinary soft water used by Tatenokawa works particularly well with Dewasansan rice, one mirrors the other in refined depth, from beginning to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall, \u003cspan\u003esweet\u003c\/span\u003e notes of something green appears in the scent, almost as if it warms the whole body. It is not an overpowering scent, quite gentle, round and balanced. In the mouth you quickly recognize the presence of a Premium Junmai Daiginjo, with overlapping sweetness, acidity and umami. The crisp finish is lovely in particular, one that keeps you coming back for more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe it chilled at 15 or 18 degrees, excellent with sushi and air dried meats to name a few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eContent: 300ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishing Rate: 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice Strain: 100% Dewasansan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast Strain:\u003cspan\u003e Yamagata KA \u0026 Kyokai 1801\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewery: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tatenokawa.com\/en\/sake\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tatenokawa sake brewery\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTatenokawa Shuzo\u003c\/a\u003e, Yamagata Prefecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tatenokawa Shuzo, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":25730865332324,"sku":"SJDG-01","price":159.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/seiryu-baek-junmai-daiginjo-300ml-884686.jpg?v=1649684801"},{"product_id":"copy-of-seiryu-stream-junmai-daiginjo-300ml","title":"Seiryu (Stream) Junmai Daiginjo","description":"\u003cp\u003e清流 米 大 吟 釀 清流\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mild mannered Stream represents the taste ideal of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minikasake.com\/collections\/tatenokawa-sake-selections\" title=\"selection of japanese sake by tatenokawa brewery\"\u003eTatenokawa\u003c\/a\u003e at its core. Made with locally harvested Premium Dewasansan rice, a variety that was developed for the colder climate of Yamagata in Northern Tohoku. This sake is truly light as a feather \u003cspan\u003ewith a low alcohol content at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14%\u003c\/span\u003e. The extraordinary soft water used by Tatenokawa works particularly well with Dewasansan rice, one mirrors the other in refined depth, from beginning to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall, \u003cspan\u003esweet\u003c\/span\u003e notes of something green appears in the scent, almost as if it warms the whole body. It is not an overpowering scent, quite gentle, round and balanced. In the mouth you quickly recognize the presence of a Premium Junmai Daiginjo, with overlapping sweetness, acidity and umami. The crisp finish is lovely in particular, one that keeps you coming back for more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe it chilled at 15 or 18 degrees, excellent with sushi and air dried meats to name a few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContent: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV: 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishing Rate: 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice Strain: 100% Dewasansan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast Strain:\u003cspan\u003e Yamagata KA \u0026 Kyokai 1801\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewery: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tatenokawa.com\/en\/sake\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tatenokawa sake brewery\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTatenokawa Shuzo\u003c\/a\u003e, Yamagata Prefecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tatenokawa Shuzo, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":46765560070489,"sku":"TSJD-720","price":349.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800ml","offer_id":46765560103257,"sku":"TSJD-1800","price":879.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/seiryu-baek-junmai-daiginjo-596190.jpg?v=1649684799"},{"product_id":"sohomare-kiitsu-2015-junmai-daiginjo","title":"Sohomare Kiitsu 2018 Vintage, Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo","description":"\u003cp\u003e帰 一 2018 生 酛 仕 込 純 米 大 吟 醸\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer a very limited number of bottles of the exclusive vintage Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo from 2016. Brewed with Yamada Nishiki rice from the Yokawa region of Hyogo prefecture. Terroir that is among Japan's few rice fields classified as “District A”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsisting of a single batch Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo from 2018, this sake is unique in our portfolio. It is both telling of what a Kimoto brewed sake can taste like, with a 35% rice polishing, but it also says something important about what sake can taste like after 9 years of aging. This sake is truly a brewing technical feat by the brewers at Sohomare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Contrary to the expectation of a vintage sake, the color is quite clear with just a hint of blue\/green hue in the glass. The aroma is mildly fruity with hints of white grapes and koji rice, but there is also an earthy note. The texture melts on the tongue as the flavor spreads. It's a tactile and balanced taste of fruit and tart Kimoto flavors, with some\u0026nbsp;green wood. The quick finish is impressive and a clear aesthetic statement. As the viscosity is high, some lingering earthy umami aroma remains in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: We recommend pouring Kiitsu on its own, with a glass of spring water on the side. For food, a little salinity would work well. Raw langoustine with a few drops of shoyu, or caviar. Less is more with this sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVolume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlcohol: 16%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePolishing rate: 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRice variety: 100% Yamada-Nishiki (Yokawa, Hyogo pref.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYeast type: -\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrewery:\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kita-sake.com\/en\/collections\/sohomare-sake-udvalg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSohomare Shuzo\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;- Tochigi Prefecture\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sohomare Shuzo, Tochigi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39517549625447,"sku":"SKJD-720","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/sohomare-kiitsu-2015-vintage-kimoto-junmai-daiginjo-300135.jpg?v=1649684804"},{"product_id":"sohomare-sommer-junmai-daiginjo","title":"Sohomare Summer Junmai Daiginjo Namazume","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e惣 譽 \u003c\/span\u003e夏\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e純 米 大 吟 醸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis delicious \u003cem\u003eNatsuzake\u003c\/em\u003e is Sohomare's rendering of a summer scene in full bloom. Viscious and aromatic, but with refined lightness produced by locally harvested Gohyakumangoku sake rice that has been polished to 50%. The flavors are delicate and fruity, with a tiny bit of residual co2 that tease\u0026nbsp;the tongue. To embrace the\u0026nbsp;summer feeling, this Junmai Daiginjo was\u0026nbsp;only pasteurized once. The taste is refreshing, energetic and juicy, with impressions of lichi and ripe pomelo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing\u003c\/strong\u003e: It's sake for the hot hours of summer.\u0026nbsp;Best served chilled around 8-15\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e°\u003c\/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;Celcius, the Junmai Daiginjo\u0026nbsp;feels both invigorating and soothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sohomare Summer can be easily enjoyed without food. To experience the full potential of this amazing sake, pour it with\u0026nbsp;to sea urchin, raw langoustine, or other shellfish with fine delicate flavors and umami. Aromatic small summer tomatoes are also ultra delicious with this sake. One quickly notices how the\u0026nbsp;taste of the sake\u0026nbsp;changes character after a few cherry tomatoes on the vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVolume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlcohol: 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePolishing rate: 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRice strain: 100% Gohyakumangoku (Tochigi, prefecture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYeast type: Nr1401\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNamazume - Pasteurized only once before bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewery: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minikasake.com\/collections\/sohomare-sake-udvalg\" title=\"manakas sohomare sake udvalg af kimoto, junmai daiginjo, junmai ginjo, namazake, etc\"\u003eSohomare Shuzo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 178px; top: 428.906px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sohomare Shuzo, Tochigi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39749461180519,"sku":"SSJD-720","price":399.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/sohomare-sommer-junmai-daiginjo-namazume-686476.jpg?v=1656300842"},{"product_id":"toko-junmai-daiginjo-yamada-nishiki","title":"Toko Junmai Daiginjo Yamada Nishiki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m-section-head\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l-outer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e東 光\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;純 米 大 吟 醸\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;山 田 錦\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis class of premium sake\u0026nbsp;is undoubtedly\u0026nbsp;an expression of the Toji \/ brewmaster\u0026#39;s skill and aesthetic. Unlike Toko\u0026#39;s other sakes which are made with local Yamagata rice varieties, this elegant Junmai Daiginjo is made with Yamada Nishiki sake rice from Hyogo. A recipe that almost constitutes its own category among Japan\u0026#39;s sake breweries.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the nose, a rounded, sweetly aroma with a myriad of fruit notes is sensed.\u0026nbsp;With a\u0026nbsp;slight effervescence in the mouth;\u0026nbsp;seductive impressions of red berries and lychee spreads across the palate. A taste so\u0026nbsp;soothing that you feel blissful and fortunate in the moment. With high viscosity and aroma, the taste lingers in the mouth long after. A sublime taste experience,\u0026nbsp;from a drink made of rice, water and koji.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Just below room temperature, at around 16-18 Celcius. Preferably poured into a small white wine glass\u0026nbsp;with\u0026nbsp;focus on aroma and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u0026nbsp;Drink it as it is; enjoy the\u0026nbsp;complexity undisturbed.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;*Gift box included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVolume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 16%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePolishing degree: 45%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRissort: 100% Yamada Nishiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eYeast type:\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYamagata KA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBrewery:\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kita-sake.com\/collections\/kojima-sohonten-toko\" title=\"Vores udvalg af sake og umeshu fra Toko\"\u003eKojima Sohonten\u003c\/a\u003e, Yamagata Prefect\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"l-outer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Kojima Sohonten, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39868509814887,"sku":"TJDYN-720","price":649.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/manaka_sakeshop_copenhagen_toko_junmaidaiginjo.png?v=1667167356"},{"product_id":"toko-junmai","title":"Toko Junmai Daiginjo Fukuro-tsuri Yuki Megami","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"m-section-head\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l-outer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e東  光   純  米  大  吟  醸  袋  吊  り   雪  女  神\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kojima Sohonten, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39868540026983,"sku":"TJDFYM-720","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/toko-junmai-daiginjo-fukuro-tsuri-yuki-megami-275031.jpg?v=1670879473"},{"product_id":"toko-karakuchi-junmai-daiginjo","title":"Toko Karakuchi Junmai Daiginjo","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m-section-head\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l-outer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e東\u0026nbsp; 光\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;辛\u0026nbsp; 口\u0026nbsp; 純\u0026nbsp; 米\u0026nbsp; 大\u0026nbsp; 吟\u0026nbsp; 醸\u003c\/p\u003e\nRefined Junmai Daiginjo in the Karakuchi style. It's sake on the dry side, brewed with a rare, regional rice variety Dewa Kirari that has been polished to 50%. The potential of Toko's exceptional spring water from nearby mountains is fully utilized in this elegant and transparent Junmai Daiginjo. The aroma is mild but inviting. It is clear that the brewers' focus is on texture, which is silky and viscous. Small clear notes of lychee and gooseberry are initially felt, but it is the elegant dry finish that impresses. A light mineral taste that lingers in the mouth long after.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l-outer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l-outer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Serve Toko Junmai Daiginjo Karakuchi with delicate, fresh flavors in norwegian langoustine. Or food with some fat, such as grilled mackerel or smoked eel. The purity of this sake has a wonderful cleansing quality.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l-outer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u0026nbsp;Just below room temperature at approx. 18 degrees celcius is ideal, but we also recommend trying this sake at room temperature. As with other Toko sake, it tastes fantastic at room temperature, where the profile is greatest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Gift box included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishing: 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice strain: 100% Dewa Kirari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast type:\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYamagata KA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBrewery:\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minikasake.com\/en\/collections\/kojima-sohonten-toko\" title=\"Vores udvalg af sake og umeshu fra Toko\"\u003eKojima Sohonten\u003c\/a\u003e, Yamagata Prefecture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"img-column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kojima Sohonten, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39872271908967,"sku":"TKJD-720","price":399.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/products\/toko-karakuchi-junmai-daiginjo-210303.jpg?v=1670879477"},{"product_id":"noguchi-naohiko-sake-institute-junmai-daiginjo-muroka-nama-genshu-vintage-2019","title":"Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute Junmai Daiginjo Muroka Nama Genshu Vintage 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e純\u0026nbsp; 米\u0026nbsp; 大\u0026nbsp; 吟\u0026nbsp; 醸\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u003c\/span\u003e無\u0026nbsp; 濾\u0026nbsp; 過\u0026nbsp; 生\u0026nbsp; 原\u0026nbsp; 酒\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom deep and rich Yamahai sake to seductive, exotic Junmai Daiginjo. A style that Noguchi san has also perfected during his career. The work to develop Daiginjo also came as a reaction to the 1970\u0026#39;s sake market in Japan which had stagnated. You sense the personality behind the depth of flavor and multiple layers. The craftsmanship in this sake is on another level, where the balance gives a pleasure that can be described as meditative, or Zen. Among the many brewing parameters, it is Noguchi san\u0026#39;s eminent handling of the Nama-Jyukusei style (unpasteurized vintage), which again dissolves the category system and gives us a completely unique sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Scent of tropical flowers, nectar sweetness, vanilla. Active acidity in the mouth, lush, stone fruit, lavender, long lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drink it as is, or serve with delicate salinity, such as oysters, caviar, scallops or sea urchin. Especially the latter is great with this sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can be poured at any temperature. It is a powerful sake that shines through even at cool temperatures, but feel free to try it at room temperature to feel the full flavor spectrum. A wine glass is perfect to let this vintage sake breathe and open up. It is a sake where the aroma is very prominent, so we prefer a wine glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*Gift box included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Volume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Alcohol: 19%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Polishing degree: 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Rice variety: 100% Yamada Nishiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Namazake (unpasteurized)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Genshu (undiluted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Muroka (no carbon filter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;Yeast type:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrewery: Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute, Ishikawa Prefecture\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47128300912985,"sku":"NNSIJD-720","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/files\/manaka_sake_cph_noguchi_sake_institute_junmai_daiginjo_yamadanishiki.png?v=1716313292"},{"product_id":"tatenokawa-muga-junmai-daiginjo","title":"Tatenokawa Muga Junmai Daiginjo","description":"\u003cp\u003e無 我 む が\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShiboritate, straight from the press. This is the first sake of the brewing season, from November 2023. Muga is Tatenokawa\u0026#39;s sake nouveau, bottled directly after the press, without pasteurization, dilution, or the use of charcoal filters. The scent is inviting with fruity, fermented notes, as well as hints of koji. The flavor is\u0026nbsp;lively and very active on the palette. There is a seductive sweetness that becomes increasingly fruitier\u0026nbsp;and sharper in the aftertaste. The quick bottling after the press retains a bit of Co2 from the tank\u0026#39;s fermenting mash. The tiny\u0026nbsp;bubbles in the sake help to fully balance the taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrink it as is, or serve it with a piece of aged brie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePreferably served cool, around 16 degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Limited number of bottles -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVolume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 16%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePolishing: 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRice variety: 100%\u0026nbsp;Dewasansan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eYeast type:\u0026nbsp;K601\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Tatenokawa Shuzo, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47756197003609,"sku":"TMJD-720","price":399.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/files\/tatenokawa-muga-junmai-daiginjo-328856.jpg?v=1716007611"},{"product_id":"tatenokawa-shield-junmai-daiginjo-kameno-o","title":"Tatenokawa Shield Junmai Daiginjo Kameno-o","description":"\u003cp\u003eShield 亀 の 尾 \u0026nbsp; 純 米 大 吟 釀\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shield series is brewed with historic, local rice cultivars that have excellent fermentation ability and flavor complexity, with the intention of protecting them for the future generations. This Junmai Daiginjo is brewed with Kameno-o sake rice, a regional Yamagata variety. The aroma from the glass is fresh and mildly fruity. The first impression of the taste is characterized by a veil of tiny bubbles. Appetizing notes of tropical fruit, or more precisely lychee begin to appear. A viscous, yet clear flavor that is incredibly seductive. Kameno-o rice has a reputation for producing a refined bitterness that bites a little. This acidic note balances the flavor, which also contains creamy notes and rice sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pour slightly chilled at around 16 degrees when the flavor is fresh and crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: This sake goes great with delicate, fresh notes in langoustines or scallops. As summer approaches, pour Shield with freshly picked peas in pods and burrata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Volume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; ABV: 15%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Polishing rate: 50%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Rice variety: 100% Kameno-o\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Yeast type: Yamagata KA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrewery: Tatenokawa Shuzo, Yamagata Prefecture\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Tatenokawa Shuzo, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48269642498393,"sku":"TSJDK-720","price":399.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/files\/tatenokawa-shield-junmai-daiginjo-kameno-o-913462.jpg?v=1726613753"},{"product_id":"retsu-junmai-daiginjo","title":"Retsu Junmai Daiginjo","description":"\u003cp\u003e洌\u0026nbsp; 純 米 大 吟 醸\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRetsu \u0026ldquo;winter spring\u0026rdquo;, a secondary label by Kojima Sohonten that aims to create a clear and refreshing style of dry sake for the experienced drinker in Yamagata. The genre of dry sake, or Karakuchi is complex, its flavors often subtle, herbal and clear. Retsu Junmai Daiginjo is an advanced karakuchi, unlike most other dry sake we have tasted. It\u0026#39;s a sake that imparts relaxation, contemplation, and perhaps images of a partially frozen, winter spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYamada Nishiki sake rice gives this Junmai Daiginjo sake a higher acidity and sharper taste than Retsu Junmai. It is as if you are getting closer to the essence of Retsu, in which the cold notes and the mineral purity are fully released. A refined dryness reminiscent of that found in premium gin. An experience that we have not tried with any other sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: The aroma is sweet and mildly fruity. The color in the glass has a faint golden tone that makes you think of maturation. Transparent purity in the mouth. A wealth of spicy, cool notes overlap, as well as hints of English licorice. The high viscosity coats the mouth and gives a long lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: We recommend tasting this sake without food the first time to enjoy the complexity as it is. Next, serve it with white fish such as hake or halibut. You can also consider a creamy cheese such as brie or camembert, that will complement the clear sharpness of Retsu Junmai Daiginjo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: The brewery recommends 11 degrees, as this is the temperature of their well all year round. We like to pour Retsu Junmai Daiginjo at a slightly warmer temperature of around 16 degrees, or room temperature. This authentic Yamagata sake is best enjoyed in a small white wine glass, to bring the aroma and to see the beautiful color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVolume: 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 16%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDegree of polishing: 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRice variety: \u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003eKoji rice: Dewasansan (Yamagata pref.) - Kake rice: Yamada Nishiki (Hyogo pref.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eYeast type: Yamagata KA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrewery: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minikasake.com\/en\/pages\/kojima-sohonten-1597\"\u003eKojima Sohonten\u003c\/a\u003e, Yamagata Prefecture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Kojima Sohonten, Yamagata","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":54408974598489,"sku":"RJD-720","price":399.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":false},{"title":"1800ml","offer_id":54408974631257,"sku":"RJD-1800","price":949.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/2312\/9188\/files\/retsu-junmai-daiginjo-549983.jpg?v=1722222233"}],"url":"https:\/\/minikasake.com\/en-ch\/collections\/junmai-daiginjo.oembed","provider":"Manaka Sake","version":"1.0","type":"link"}