SASAICHI SHUZO
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Brewery Name
SASAICHI SHUZO
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Founded
1661 -
Prefecture
Yamanashi -
Company Website
https://www.sasaichi.co.jp/
Sasaichi is nestled in the border of 3 tectonic plates which makes sake brewing perfect. It provides excellent water born from the illustrious Mount Fuji, once chosen as the water carried by the Emperor for his journey from Tokyo to Kyoto. Also their location provides perfect drainage of rain that feeds the source of water. Their sake is focused on carrying the tradition of their ancestors in to the present with incredible food pairing sake.
OUR SAKE
DAN Junmai Ginjo SAKE
The refreshing aroma of pear and green plum is complemented by flavors that are round and balanced, with a hint of fresh ginger. The sake is crisp with a dry finish.
Large Category
Category
Junmai Ginjo
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- White Fish
- Steamed Vegetables
Profile
| Rice | Yamadanishiki |
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| Polishing rate | 55 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 16.5 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | +1 |
| JFC code | 61534 |
| Acidity | 2.0 |
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| Yeast | Kyokai7 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Light/Refreshing |
DAN JUNMAI SAKE
The soft aroma of cherry blossom and acacia is followed by an earthy tone of mushroom. It has a great rounded flavor with a complex touch of sweet bitterness, akin to maroon. This pairs well with umami-packed dishes.
Large Category
Category
Junmai
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- Seared Fish
- Grilled Chicken
Profile
| Rice | Gohyakumangoku,Miyamanishiki |
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| Polishing rate | 60 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 16.5 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | +2 |
| JFC code | 61535 |
| Acidity | 1.9 |
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| Yeast | Kyokai7 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Dry/Earthy |
DAN YAMAHAI Junmai Ginjo SAKE
Aromas of ripe loquats and Asian quince provide a refreshing flavor with a splash of acidity and bitterness reminiscent of dried plums. This very balanced sake has a round finish and pairs well with rich foods.
Large Category
Category
Junmai Ginjo
Unit
12
Size
Food Pairings
- Red Meat
- Barbeque
- Dried Fruits
Profile
| Rice | Omachi |
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| Polishing rate | 55 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 16.5 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | ±- |
| JFC code | 61532 |
| Acidity | 1.9 |
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| Yeast | Kyokai7 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Dry/Earthy |
MADOKA HONJOZO SAKE
A very light bouquet of melon and botanicals. On the palate, it has a slightly thicker mouthfeel and contains flavors of melon, cucumber, and coconut.
Large Category
Category
Honjozo
Unit
6
Size
Food Pairings
- Shabu-shabu
- Steamed Clams with Sake
Profile
| Rice | Miyamanishiki |
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| Polishing rate | 65 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 14.5 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | +4 |
| JFC code | 48100 |
| Acidity | 1.5 |
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| Yeast | Kyokai7 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Dry/Earthy |
SASAICHI SAKE KARAKUCHI WHT
The elegant aroma of white peach and jasmine flower, with a touch of white pepper, makes this sake very easygoing and perfect for any occasion. It finishes very dry on the palate and pairs well with poultry dishes.
Large Category
Category
Futsushu
Unit
30
Size
Food Pairings
- Grilled chicken
- mushroom cream sauces
Profile
| Rice | Yumeobako |
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| Polishing rate | 70 |
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 19.5 |
| Sake meter value (SMV) | +8 |
| JFC code | 61919 |
| Acidity | 1.6 |
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| Yeast | Kyokai 7 |
| Type | - |
| Taste | Dry/Earthy |
