{"title":"In the RED - Sake That Appeal to Big Red Wine Drinkers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell hello there you red wine drinkers. You are a special breed of folks who like larger and more impactful flavors in your glass. And guess what? There are a ton of sakes that would speak your very proud language of impact and structure with finesse and complexity. “In the Red” is a kit that features sakes that have all of that plus more! Many sakes are very clean and drink like water, but that is not your cup of tea. You are looking for attitude and these sake have it, along with richness, boldness, and layers and layers of complexities. These brews are also very food friendly with the same cuisines that you throw your red wines into. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike wine, sake all have a story and these “In the Red” sake are rich in tradition and sake heritage. They are the more bold and large examples of sake in the realm of rice and water, and they would impress you red wine drinkers. And since sake has 1\/3 the acidity of wine, and is very low in histamines, and does not use sulfites then there is a pretty good chance you will feel better in the morning too. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" href=\"\/products\/kenbishi-kuromatsu\"\u003eKenbishi Kuromatsu “Black Pine”\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: This beefy Honjozo is a deeply rich and impactful sake that warms well too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" href=\"\/products\/urakasumi-genshu\"\u003eUrakasumi “Misty Bay”\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: This massive Honjozo Genshu is a loud, bold and raucous dance in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.truesake.live\/products\/cowboy-yamahai\"\u003eCowboy Yamahai\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This full-bodied Yamahai has layers of richness and a smooth flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" href=\"\/products\/kokuryu\"\u003eKokuryu “Black Dragon”\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: This Junmai Ginjo is elegant, rich, and very smooth in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cowboy-yamahai","title":"Shiokawa Yamahai Junmai Ginjo Genshu \"Cowboy\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eYeeHaw! The nose on this storied sake is a collection of musky fruits, straw, steamed rice, and caramel elements. Howdy, Partner! Welcome to a super full-bodied sake that appeals to big red wine drinkers. Complex, layered, saucy, deep, rich, bold, and ricey, this \u003cem\u003e\"Cowboy\"\u003c\/em\u003e is the real deal. With an 19% alcohol content, this vast and savory sake is a real mouthful that is as smooth as it is solid. It’s character is a perfect food pairing partner that compliments everything from steak and game, to fowl and shellfish. There are creamy hints of sweet rice and n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eougat\u003c\/span\u003e that pop on an acidity push. You kill it, and grill it, and Cowboy Yamahai will thrill it! \u003cstrong\u003eWORD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Beefy\u003cstrong\u003e WIN\u003c\/strong\u003eE: Big reds\/Huge whites \u003cstrong\u003eBEER\u003c\/strong\u003e: Strong ales \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e The works! Bigger the better.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BreakThru","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":363828851,"sku":"JG22-02","price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/JG22-02_ShiokawaYamahaiJunmaiGinjoGenshu_Cowboy__720ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1603933327"},{"product_id":"kokuryu","title":"Kokuryu Icchorai Junmai Ginjo \"Black Dragon\"","description":"A tantalizing nose filled with hints of roasted coffee, mint, salt water taffy, tropical flowers, grapes, and honey. This extremely well-balanced sake achieves the near impossible of being both expansive in character, and clean in feeling. There are hints of fruits, minerals, and caramel, but also peek-a-boo layers of grains and umami. Almost sweet and savory at once, with a dry quick finish. \u003cstrong\u003eWORD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Big Clean \u003cstrong\u003eWINE\u003c\/strong\u003e: Merlot\/Pinot Noir\/Sauvignon Blanc \u003cstrong\u003eBEER\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blond Ales\/Hefeweizen \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Anything grilled!","brand":"WSI","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":363828865,"sku":"JG26-02","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/files\/JG26-02_KokuryuJunmaiGinjo_BlackDragon_720ml_WM.png?v=1755222311"},{"product_id":"kenbishi-kuromatsu","title":"Kenbishi Kuromatsu Honjozo \"Black Pine\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe nose on this extremely famous Honjozo from the brewery that calls itself “The Oldest Brand Since 1505” is a dynamic collection of steamed rice, cocoa, maple syrup, and nougat aromas. Their distinctive labels show a sword tip coming right at you, just like the deep, rich, and full-bodied flavors coming right at your palate. This brew is dense, thick, and feels great. Look for savory and sweet rice flavors that flow on a fat liquid that is excellent for warming. Dig deep and you'll find a layer of cocoa tones. Dig even deeper and you will happen upon a cream brûlée flavor that is out of this world. Truly one of the classic Honjozos that every sake explorer should try at some point. \u003cstrong\u003eWORD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rich \u003cstrong\u003eWINE\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deep Reds\/Fat Whites \u003cstrong\u003eBEER\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stouts \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfect for pub food salty and savory and greasy, also soup and stews when warmed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"900ml","offer_id":363829045,"sku":"JH09-02","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180ml","offer_id":783252165,"sku":"JH09-05","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/JH09-02_KenbishiKuromatsuHonjozo_BlackPine__900ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605837853"},{"product_id":"urakasumi-genshu","title":"Urakasumi Honjozo Genshu \"Misty Bay\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe nose on this dynamic genshu (19% ABV) has a collection of aromas from grains, steamed rice, and minerals, to butterscotch, burnt sugar, and roasted caramel. Talk about a round and smooth brew that is very large in presence. Beefy, chunky, immense (take your pick), but enjoy the chewy rush of rich flavors and feelings. A deep and profound sake that has layers of brown sugar and caramel tones that float on a fleshy fluid. Smoky rice elements present themselves closer to room temperature. Sort of a quasi-True Sake exclusive, as not that many retailers carry this bottle. Fun fact: only three people in the brewery know how to wrap this bottle with that opulent gold foil. Talk about job security! \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWORD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rich \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir\/White Burgundy \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBEER\u003c\/strong\u003e: Belgian Ales \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFOODS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Anything off of the grill, salty and savory fare, meats, fowl and game.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPSA","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":363829079,"sku":"JH18-02","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/JH18-02_UrakasumiHonjozoGenshu_MistyBay__720ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1604374756"},{"product_id":"kenbishi-kuromatsu-honjozo-black-pine-1-8l","title":"Kenbishi Kuromatsu Honjozo \"Black Pine\" 1.8L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll 1.8L bottles are for Store Pick Up. If this item is in your cart, you’ll only see the local pick up option—shipping will not be available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose on this extremely famous Honjozo from the brewery that calls itself “The Oldest Brand Since 1505” is a dynamic collection of steamed rice, cocoa, maple syrup, and noughet aromas. The distinctive labels shows a sword tip coming at you just like the deep, rich and full-bodied flavors come right at your palate. This brew is dense and thick and feels great in the palate. Look for savory and sweet rice flavors that flow on a fat liquid that is excellent for warming. Dig deep and you find a layer of cocoa tones and even deeper you will happen upon a cream brulee flavor that is out of this world. 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