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Junmai Daiginjo & Daiginjo

These two categories represent the best of the best, the “A-list” in the sake maker’s industry. 


The Junmai Daiginjo category has the highest standards of milling rates in the sake market with a minimum of 50% rice polishing and 50% remaining.  But that standard is often surpassed by brewers looking to push the rice milling envelope that results in sakes that can be milled down to 35% down to 23% and even 7% remaining figures. These Ultra and Uber Junmai Daiginjo all drink with an elegance and sophistication of flavors and complexities. The entire category is exceptional for consuming on special occasions and gifting. Junmai Daiginjo sakes are fantastic on their own and great with Champagne fare and elegant appetizers. They are always served chilled.  


The Daiginjo category has the same milling standards of 50% removal and 50% remaining but sake makers add a little “brewer’s alcohol” to lighten the brew and bring out more aromatics and softer textures. When sake maker’s send their brews to National Sake Appraisals and Competitions they usually send their Daiginjo sake. They are the ultimate Competition sakes that just jump out of the glass. Always served chilled they pair well with shellfish, sushi, sashimi, and elegant cocktail passing fare.

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Nabeshima Junmai Daiginjo 35 "Shizuku Shibori"

new drip from saga!
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Naraman Junmai Daiginjo "Assemblage" 2025

“an elegant flavor bomb."
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The nose on this masterpiece of aging and blending sake is a fantastic collection of almond, lemon tea, crushed leaves, soy sauce, sourdough bread,...

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Abe Junmai Daiginjo White Label "Gold Classic"

perfect balance, impeccable finish.
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The nose on this Daiginjo is an excellent collection of green apple, nectarine, watermelon, cantaloupe, ripe plum, grape, sunflower, finger lime, a...

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Mimurosugi Junmai Daiginjo 35 "Dedicated to Takahashi Ikuhi no Mikoto"

elegant, complex, crisp.
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The nose on this excellent sake offers a cool collection of Concord grape, candied kiwi, violets, honeydew melon, celery, nectarine, grapefruit pee...

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Hirotogawa Junmai Daiginjo

infinitely complex, utterly delicious.
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The nose on this new store offering is a gorgeous collection of melon, grape, honey, lemongrass, parmesan rind, violet, and finger lime aromas. We’...

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Takenotsuyu Hakuro Suishu Junmai Daiginjo "Winter Water" 1.8L

tremendously silky.
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Bingo! One of the best noses in the sake world filled with grape, sweet rice, ash, mineral, balsa wood, and cotton candy aromas. Welcome to liquid ...

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Koueigiku Mikatsuki Tojo Yamadanishiki "Crescent Moon"

bright, refined, masterpiece.
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The nose on this ridiculously good sake is a cool collection of lemon cake, cream puff, honey tea, yeast, whipping cream, brown sugar, tangerine, a...

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Isojiman Junmai Daiginjo "Nakadori 33"

masterpiece, gorgeous, balanced.
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From the importer Skurnik: Rice: Grade A Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo milled to 33% • Yeast: Isojiman House Yeast • Water: Medium soft well water from...

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IWA 5 Reserves Junmai Daiginjo 2025

a bridge between heritage and innovation.
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From the brewery Shiraiwa K.K.: IWA’s First Blend of Aged Sake “IWA Reserves is radiant, with a fascinating duality of maturity and energy. It push...

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Akabu Yuinoka "Red Samurai"

limited release, exceptional refinement.
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From the importer Sake Suki: First Release – Akabu Red Samurai 🍶 Once a year, Akabu releases this special sake ‘Red Samurai.’ Akabu’s pursu...

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Juyondai Junmai Daiginjo "Bessen"

the unicorn has returned.
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NOTE: We source our Juyondai from official exporters and importers. No grey market! From the official importer Skurnik: “Prized by sake connoisseur...

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Ohmine 3 Grain Limited Release "Saito no Shizuku"

new pasteurized from ohmine!
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Tsukinoi Nanotsuki Organic Yamadanishiki 39 Kimoto Junmai Genshu "Cuvée Keiko"

dry, complex, umami.
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Akabu Cold Aged Junmai Daiginjo Yuinoka 35 "Kairyu Jinsui"

extremely limited masterpiece.
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Benten Gokujo Junmai Daiginjo Genshu "Dewasansan"

dry, crisp, exquisite.
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Brooklyn Kura Junmai Daiginjo Namachozo "Catskills"

made in new york, crisp-lite, juicy.
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Fukucho Hyakushi Senkai Hattanso 28 Junmai Daiginjo Muroka Genshu

an imada-toji masterpiece.
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From the importer Kome Collective: "Hyakushi Senkai"—meaning Journey of Continuous Improvement—is the ultimate expression of Miho Imada's pursuit o...

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Taiun Yamada Nishiki 50% Junmai Daiginjo

savory, smooth, elegant.
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Tamano Hikari Zenri Iwai Junmai Daiginjo "350th Anniversary"

exquisite, elegant, invigorating.
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KYODENBITO (京伝人)Kyoto craftsmanship, reimagined for a global audienceDerived from KYO (Kyoto), DEN (to convey), and BITO (people), Kyodenbito repre...

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Kikuhime Daiginjo Aged 10 Years "Kukurihime"

yokawa aaa 山田錦 iykyk.
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KIKUHIME KUKURIHIMEDaiginjo, Ishikawa-prefecture Rice: Hyogo Yokowa AAA-rated Yamada Nishiki polished to 50%Water: Medium-hard Hakusan underground ...

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Kirinzan Junmai Daiginjo "Flying Dragon" 1.8L

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Banshu Ikkon Junmai Daiginjo "Kita Nishiki"

pear, fuji apple, dry.
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From Skurnik: Brewery: Sanyohai Brewery • Prefecture: Hyogo •  Rice: Kita Nishiki milled to 50%  • Yeast: Kyokai #901 •  Water: Soft Hyonosen mount...

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Heavensake x Niizawa Assemblage "PRESTIGE 3"

brand new niizawa collab! rza's favorite sake?
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Press release from Heavensake: Iris and lilac, ripe peach and apricot, a long finish with the feel of silk. HEAVENSAKE introduces PRESTIGE III, a n...

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Hakurakusei Junmai Daiginjo Yashiro "Celestial"

limited, legendary, iykyk.
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From Skurnik: Brewery: Niizawa Jozoten• Prefecture: Miyagi • Rice: Grade A Yamada Nishiki milled to 29% • Water: – • Yeast: – • Sake Meter Value: +...

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