AIYU SYUZO
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Brewery Name
AIYU SHUZO
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Founded
1804 -
Prefecture
Ibaraki -
Company Website
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One of our smallest breweries, this family owned and run including the next generation participating in not only in clerical work but also lending a hand in brewing sake itself as well. Aiyu means the “Love of Friends” and they want to covey through their sake to their friends that they can share the love with everyone.
OUR SAKE
AIYU DRY Junmai Ginjo SAKE
This very dry Junmai Ginjo’s taste is very fresh and juicy with a dry and refreshing finish. The umami from the locally grown rice sourced in Itako, Ibaraki enhances the taste of food making it perfect to pair with a wide variety of foods.
Large Category
Category
Junmai Ginjo
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- Yakitori
- Fried Tofu
- Grilled Vegetables
Profile
| Rice | Gohyakumangoku |
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| Polishing rate | 60 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 15 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | - |
| JFC code | 47022 |
| Acidity | - |
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| Yeast | Kyokai 10 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Dry/Earthy |
AIYU OMACHI JDGJ SAKE
Warm aromas and flavors reminiscent of tropical fruits a smooth mouthfeel, gentle sweetness and vibrant acidity intertwine spreading a refined umami beautifully that has an elegant and delicate taste.
Large Category
Category
Junmai Daiginjo
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- Oyster
- Clam
- shellfish
Profile
| Rice | Omachi |
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| Polishing rate | 50 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 16 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | - |
| JFC code | 87492 |
| Acidity | - |
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| Yeast | M310 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Smooth/Elegant |
AIYU UME SHU PLUM SAKE
The concentrated sweetness in the aroma and taste contains apricots, dried fruits, and fruit compote. The acidity of plums complements the sweetness perfectly. A great choice for the plum sake lover.
Large Category
Category
Plum Sake
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- Aperitif
- Desserts
- Fruit Salad
Profile
| Rice | - |
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| Polishing rate | - |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 10.5 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | - |
| JFC code | 47024 |
| Acidity | - |
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| Yeast | - |
| Type | Flavored |
| Taste | Specialty |
TOMOJU Junmai Daiginjo SAKE
Soft and round, like nectar, with a refreshing fragrance of melons and muscat grapes, this fruity and tart flavor gives the medium-dry sake an elegant and smooth aftertaste.
Large Category
Category
Junmai Daiginjo
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- White Fish Sashimi
- Steamed Vegetables
Profile
| Rice | Gohyakumangoku |
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| Polishing rate | 50 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 16 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | - |
| JFC code | 08536 |
| Acidity | - |
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| Yeast | M310 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Light/Refreshing |
TOMOSHICHI NIGORI JUNMAI SAKE
This nigori-style sake is a real gem; it’s relatively mild and light, which are not characteristics typically found in most “cloudy” sake. Full of floral and rice aromas, it ends with a sharp, satisfying finish a semi-dry and smooth choice.
Large Category
Category
Junmai
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- Chilled Tofu
- Pasta with White Sauce
- Grilled Fish
Profile
| Rice | Gohyakumangoku |
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| Polishing rate | 60 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 14 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | - |
| JFC code | 10356 |
| Acidity | - |
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| Yeast | Kyokai 10 |
| Type | Nigori |
| Taste | Specialty |
