Heiwa Shuzo KID Junmai Ginjo Namazume Hiyaoroshi 2026

The nose on this single pasteurized and gently aged seasonally released fall draft sake is a fresh collection of green apple, pear, papaya, honeysuckle, sugar cube, lemon, brown rice, fennel pollen, and caramel aromas. We all know Kid sake! But do you know Kid’s version of Hiyaoroshi sake? Their spin? Light, clean, fresh, elegant, silky, relaxed, medium-bodied, and even this Kid is one of the softest we can remember. There is a slight tingle of acidity that rolls over on a soft and clean flow that brings forth salted butter, caramel, peanut brittle, brown butter, biscotti, root beer, stone fruits, and macadamia nut cookie flavors. Get your fall Kid now! WORD: Soft WINE: Gentle Reds/Soft Whites BEER: Soft Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, crab, oysters, grilled shrimp, yakitori, grilled white fish, Korean fried chicken, smoked meats and fish, cheese board, and vinegar-based dishes. (2026)  

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The nose on this single-pasteurized Fall Draft sake is a cool collection of kiwi, blackberry, brown sugar, apple, cinnamon, pie crust, vanilla bean, banana, lemon pie, melon, and oatmeal aromas. KID is known for wonderful fruit basket-like sake, but their Hiyaoroshi moves more to the umami, ricey, and semi-savory side of Autumn sake. Light, round, medium-bodied, and off-dry with water-like movements, this sake shows elegance and an elevated acidity play with a dry finish. Look for Fuji apple, creamsicle, grains, banana, vanilla bean, artichoke heart, cooked apple, melon, and steamed rice flavors on a Junmai Ginjo flow that is elegant and delicious. If you love KID, you’ll love their Fall expression. WORD: Bright WINE: Zesty Reds/Fruity Whites BEER: Fruity Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, grilled fish and chicken, salumi boards, fruit and cheese plates, and creamy fall pastas. (2024)