{"title":"Unique","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe refer to this collection of sake as “Unique,” because they explore many different expressions of sake. Unique can be in the way a sake is made, what is added to it, or how it is stored and aged. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eKoshu\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is sake that has been aged for a longer than normal duration of time (usually over 5 years) purposely to bring out more feeling and flavors in a sake. They tend to be darker in color and usually are more rich and full-bodied than normal sake. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eKijoshu\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is sake that is made using more sake rather than water in production. It tends to be considered a sweeter or dessert sake. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaru\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is sake that has been briefly aged in cedar to give it a more woody or cedar flavor.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eUme-shu\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is sake or shochu that has plums, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Ume”,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e added to the fluid to bring out more fruit-forward flavors of plum ranging from sweet to tart. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eYuzu-shu\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is sake that is infused with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Yuzu” \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e(a lemon-like citrus specific to Japan) to produce a bright and refreshing libation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eKinpaku\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is sake that has added gold foil flakes floating in the fluid for celebrations and special moments. There are also several offerings of a style of sake that appeals to those who enjoy lower alcohol and fruitier sakes. Likewise we offer a very unique sake blend that is an actual blend of Junmai Ginjo and Junmai Daiginjo sake.  \u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hanahato-kijoushu","title":"Hanahato Kijoshu \"Gorgeous Bird\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cem\u003eKijoshu\u003c\/em\u003e has been aged for eight years and has a similar nose to a Sherry or Port with an aroma of honey and nuts. This very rich \u003cem\u003eKijoshu\u003c\/em\u003e is a balanced blend of dried fruits and earthy mushroom elements that has a malty aftertaste, coupled with a full-bodied start and a middle mouth. The flavor perfectly compliments chocolates of all kinds, especially dark chocolate mousses, and other thicker desserts. It does go well with nutty and earthy cigars as well. The red rose color is amazing for a sake, and this brew begs to be served instead of your normal dessert wine. \u003cstrong\u003eWORD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chocolate \u003cstrong\u003eWINE\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sherry\/Port \u003cstrong\u003eBEER\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thick Dessert Beers \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chocolate and sweet desserts of all kinds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPSA","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":363829537,"sku":"UN01-03","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN01-03_HanahatoKijoushu_GorgeousBird__500ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605154621"},{"product_id":"kamoizumi-kome-kome","title":"Kamoizumi Kome Kome \"Happy Bride\"","description":"\u003cspan\u003eThe nose on this unique and specialty low alcohol brew is a cool collection of grape, ginger, marigold, yogurt, tart berries, spices, and steamed rice aromas. This product was made for newer and younger sake drinkers who like lower alcohol content (8% ABV) as well as bright and fruity flavors. Light, thin, acidic, and dry, this brew drinks with a lot of action and attitude. Look for tangerine, unripe pear, lemon-lime, white grape, SweeTARTS™, plum, and honey flavors that drink more like a Riesling. A unique drinking experience that has thousands of fans worldwide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Riesling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus Ales \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fruit and cheese plates.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"WSI","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":363829563,"sku":"UN06-03","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN06-03_KamoizumiKomeKome_HappyBride__500ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605154759"},{"product_id":"tsukasabotan-yamayuzu-shibori","title":"Tsukasabotan Shibori Junmai Yuzushu \"Mountain Yuzu\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe nose on this gentle \u003cem\u003eYuzushu\u003c\/em\u003e is a splendid collection of lemon peel, honey, fresh lemonade, elderflower, and sugar aromas. Talk about a gentle and elegant \u003cem\u003eYuzushu\u003c\/em\u003e. This brew from Kochi Prefecture – known for their dry coiffable sake – is exactly that in \u003cem\u003eYuzushu\u003c\/em\u003e format. Light, semi-dry, clean, and very well balanced, this low alcohol brew (8% ABV) is refreshing, softer, and more quiet than the usual loud in-your face \u003cem\u003eYuzushu\u003c\/em\u003e. Look for citrus, shiso, honey, tangerine, and herbaceous flavors that taste like summer in a bottle. The strength of this \u003cem\u003eYuzushu\u003c\/em\u003e is in the gentle nature of the fluid as it passes through the palate. It has refreshing citrus qualities, but it’s not a citrus bomb. Lovely \u003cem\u003eYuzushu\u003c\/em\u003e that is packaged well and drinks like it looks: classy and cool. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Gentle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Citrus based dishes, poolside fare, and fruit plates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPSA","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":363829567,"sku":"UN07-02","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN07-02_TsukasabotanYamayuzuShiboriJunmai_MountainYuzu__720ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605154794"},{"product_id":"yamamoto-yuzu-omoi","title":"Yamamoto Yuzu Omoi Tokubetsu Junmai Yuzushu \"Citrus Dream\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eOkay folks! Every once in a while, it’s fun to try a different type of sake and this is it. Basically this is a \u003cem\u003eTokubetsu Junmai\u003c\/em\u003e sake with all-natural yuzu (a Japanese citrus that is sort of lemony-orange) juice added to it. It is low in alcohol 7% ABV, and is considered to be sweet. The nose is obviously very citrusy and the first sip – after you smile – says that this is not a silly sake, but a very flavorful drinking experience. There is an abundance of fat and chewy (but not goopy) citrus flavors that are balanced by a firm acidity, all on a smooth and expansive flow. It is sweet, but not overtly so. This is not a cheap infused sake that you see out on the market with apple and lychee fake flavors. Rather, this a quality sake with quality yuzu added for an amazingly bright and fun mouth party. \u003cstrong\u003eWORD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yuzu \u003cstrong\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet Wines \u003cstrong\u003eBEER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus Pale Ales \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dessert, fruit salads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":363829571,"sku":"UN08-03","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN08-03_YamamotoYuzuOmoi_CitrusDream__500ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605154820"},{"product_id":"ichinokura-taru","title":"Ichinokura Junmai Taru \"Ace Brewery\"","description":"This \u003cem\u003eJunmai Taru \u003c\/em\u003ecedar-kept sake from \"Ace Brewery\" is a terrific example of how sake used to taste way back in the day. The nose is a blend of Japanese cedar and apple blossoms, with a faint hint of tropical citrus. It has a very subtle start despite the robust nose, and is filled with a savory middle-mouth of dried apples and overripe pears. There is a hint of thickness that makes the viscosity dance in a salty aftertaste. It is slightly chewy and syrupy, and changes flavors as the fluid warms in the mouth. \u003cstrong\u003eWORD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apple \u003cstrong\u003eWINE\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cedar-Aged Whites \u003cstrong\u003eBEER\u003c\/strong\u003e: Smoky Ambers \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stews, dumplings, cooked veggies, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epâté\u003c\/span\u003es.","brand":"JPSA","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":363829577,"sku":"UN09-03","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN09-03_IchinokuraTaru_AceBrewery__720ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605154854"},{"product_id":"yoshinosugi-taru","title":"Choryo Yoshinosugi Taru Futsushu \"Cedar Country\"","description":"Some breweries throw cedar chunks into their sake brewing tanks for the flavor. But Choryo Shuzo makes specific cedar barrels to age their \u003cem\u003eTaru\u003c\/em\u003e sake in for full flavor and aroma. The nose on this brew is indeed woody, cedary, and peppery! This is a gentle, but flavorful cedar sake that drinks very smooth with cedar whispers in each sip. Thick and balanced with a gentle sweetness that does not distract from the mild cedar elements. Hints of sweet rice, honey, and a touch of pepper balance out the gentle flow of this sake that gets more cedary as it warms. A mid-sized glass works best! \u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth Cedar \u003cstrong\u003eWINE: \u003c\/strong\u003eOaky Chardonnay\u003cstrong\u003e BEER: \u003c\/strong\u003eWoody Belgians \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very amazing food pairing sake that takes on smoky fare, salty and savory – think the grill!","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":363829595,"sku":"UN12-02","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300ml","offer_id":47621697175795,"sku":"UN12-04","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN12-02_ChoryoYoshinosugiFutsushuTaru_CedarCountry__720ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605154942"},{"product_id":"ippongi-hannya-spicy-umeshu","title":"Ippongi Hannyatou Spicy Umeshu \"Hot Devil\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIs it scary? You bet! Is it unusual? For sure. What the heck is it? Behold an \u003cem\u003eUmeshu,\u003c\/em\u003e or plum sake. This is a sake that is made like regular \u003cem\u003eJunmai\u003c\/em\u003e sake. But at the end of the brewing cycle, they add ume or plum essences to it. Most \u003cem\u003eUmeshu\u003c\/em\u003e is made with a spirit called shochu, but this brew is made with sake and that’s why we like it. But wait! There’s more! Not only is this an \u003cem\u003eUmeshu\u003c\/em\u003e, but it is also spicy! This \"Hot Devil\" is a wonderful blend of sweet and sour AND spicy! A totally unique and refreshing drinking experience. Great served chilled by itself. Great with an ice cube. And as the brewery owner of Ippongi Kubo Honten said to me, \u003cem\u003e“It’s awesome in a small glass of milk with an ice cube.”\u003c\/em\u003e No way! Way! I’ve tried it and liked it! This is a great \u003cem\u003eUmeshu\u003c\/em\u003e to play around with, so enjoy your \"Hot Devil.\"\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy Sweet \u003cstrong\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy Red Wines? \u003cstrong\u003eBEER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy Beers? 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Yes, you can drink the sake as you cook with it, but it's pretty rich and full-bodied, and totally dry compared to \u003cem\u003eMirin\u003c\/em\u003e - the other cheap and super sweet cooking sake. This is connoisseur sake at its best. If you like to cook, there is no other sake out there that can touch the amazing flavors of this cooking brew. \u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liquid Umami \u003cstrong\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nope \u003cstrong\u003eBEER: \u003c\/strong\u003eNope \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook your heart out with this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Formerly the \"Fish Label\", as seen in the second photo. We still have extra fish labels if you want to get nostalgic with us! 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Light, silky, watery, juicy, and semi-sweet, it drinks very \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003egently and is quite refreshing. Again, it is light and not cloying with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea gentle 8% ABV that makes this great for cocktails, and beautiful on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eit’s own. Look for ripe peach, powdered sugar, mandarin orange, lychee, lunch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efruit cup, cherry, and pear flavors that roll on a light and clean flow, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith a quick finish. Time to get your “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003emomo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e” on. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWORD:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peach \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINE: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet Reds\/Whites \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBEERS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fruity Ales \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cheese and fruit plates, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003efruit based salads, cocktail fare, and desserts.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"JPSA","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":959358652,"sku":"UN25-03","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN25-03_KamikokoroMomoHonjozoPeach_500ml_WM.png?v=1670274196"},{"product_id":"sawanotsuru-umeshu-koshu-jikomi","title":"Sawanotsuru Umeshu Koshu","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose on this uniquely made plum sake is a grand collection of plum, honey, raisin, brown sugar, brandy, and plum candy aromas. 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Some like to add an ice cube to lighten the flow, and this works best in a bigger glass. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWORD:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINE:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDessert wines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBEER:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fruity ales \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fruit and cheese plates, smoked meats and fowl, salami and cured meats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"NISHIMOTO","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":4052385476,"sku":"UN45-02","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN45-02_SawanotsuruUmeshuKoshuJikomi_720ml_1365x2048_WM.jpg?v=1605155406"},{"product_id":"kaku-rei-junmai-ginjo-umeshu","title":"Kakurei Junmai Ginjo Umeshu","description":"\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"SKURNIK","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":29838712900,"sku":"UN33-02","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/files\/UN33-02_KakureiJunmaiGinjoUmeshu_720ml_WM.png?v=1779139652"},{"product_id":"choryo-yoshinosugi-omachi-taru-yamahai-junmai-cedar-country","title":"Choryo Yamahai Taru Junmai Yoshinosugi Omachi \"Cedar Country\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe nose on this very elegant cedar sake is filled with cedar, vanilla, mineral, and roasted rice aromas. 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This very unique sake has been aged for three years, so we are adding it to our \u003cem\u003eKoshu\u003c\/em\u003e collection, and that is exactly where it belongs. It drinks like an aged and mellowed sake with all of that delicious complexity, and a voluptuousness that is unequaled in more refined brews. Each sip is an explosion of different rich and full-bodied flavors like honey, crème brulee, raisin, toasted almond, button mushrooms, flan, root beer, and a bucket-load of umami that drinks velvety, dense, and lush. A stunning sake that should not be missed as it appeals to all sake drinkers, and is a food pairing superstar. 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Well, we all know the Powerhouse Dassai \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esake brand. Now, let them work their fantastic sake with fresh ume to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eproduce one of the most premium umeshu on the market. Crisp, plump, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etart, silky, luxurious, juicy, and mouthwatering, this elegant plum sake  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edrinks with a professional sharpness that is cutting and very flavorful. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLook for young plum, young persimmon, green fig, hibiscus, strawberry \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejam, Meyer lemon, honeysuckle, brown sugar, grape juice, and maraschino cherry \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflavors that bounce with tantalizing astringency and a clean \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003equick finish. 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This is a very well-balanced Yuzushu that plays with sweet-and-sour elements in a smooth bodied flow that is bright, refreshing, and lively. In a word, it’s a citrus blast, but it’s also balanced, soft, sharp, round, and easy to enjoy. Look for lemon juice, sugar, Lemonade, lemon tea, and Lemon Head candy flavors that jump and pop with a nice acidity play. 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Say hello to a very friendly introduction to aged sake. Smooth, round, soft, slippery, and slightly thin, this brew drinks water-like with nice aged sake components. Look for cooked orange, honey, sweet butter, almond, sweet tea, soy sauce, nutty, and earthy flavors on drinkable light flow that is a great glimpse at how aged sake tastes in the glass. If you have ever wanted to “experience” another expression of sake, this is a perfect \u003cem\u003eKoshu\u003c\/em\u003e starting point. \u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged \u003cstrong\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex Reds\/Deep Whites \u003cstrong\u003eBEER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy Ales \u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steak, chops, turkey, sausages, soups and stews.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"JPSA","offers":[{"title":"300ml","offer_id":43592758034675,"sku":"UN64-04","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/products\/UN64-04_IchinokuraJunmaiKoshuShozen_300ml_WM.png?v=1673584552"},{"product_id":"yamamoto-matcha-omoi-green-tea-dream","title":"Yamamoto Matcha Omoi \"Green Tea Dream\"","description":"","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":43740488433907,"sku":"UN67-03","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/files\/UN67-03_YamamotoMatchaOmoi_500ml_WM.png?v=1682640582"},{"product_id":"heiwa-shuzo-red-rice-aka-kid","title":"Heiwa Shuzo KID Red Rice \"Aka\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose on this unique sake that uses an unpolished ancient red rice strain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Akamai) and blended with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eGohyakumangoku\u003c\/em\u003e milled to 55% is an awesome collection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003efig, cherry, plum leaf, raisin, grenadine, and a hint of nectarine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003earomas. But why is it red? Some sakes are red, because of the yeast, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eothers are red because of the rice. This KID “Aka” is a red rice play, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003eand what a great tasting brew it is chilled or even warmed up. Round, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evelvety, watery, slippery and very smooth, it drinks semi-sweet with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edry finish, and possesses a ton of amazing flavors. Look for honey, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eumeshu, watermelon, cherry, sarsaparilla, vanilla, berries 'n cream, and pear juice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003eflavors that roll on an umami flow that drinks soft and very refreshing. Is it the color or does this brew speak to rose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efans? At 13% ABV, this sake is made very well, and is understandable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efor those looking to enjoy a red rice experience. 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Talk about luscious liquid complexity that drinks oh so sweet and oh so good. Made with just koji rice, this brew was built to tease sweet and complex flavors that speak to sake professionals and amateurs alike. This is another expression of sake that is totally rich, smooth, round, chewy, expressive, viscous, and eye opening with dexterity and complexity galore. Look for lots of honey, maple syrup, candied nuts, raisin, fig, burnt vanilla, sweet potato, and Port-like flavors that drink very much like a Sherry or a Port, which means good with desserts and cigars. This is a specialty sake at a very special price point. Serve chilled out of a Port glass. \u003cb\u003eWORD:\u003c\/b\u003e Drinkable Complexity \u003cb\u003eWINE: \u003c\/b\u003ePorts\/Ice Wine \u003cb\u003eBEER: \u003c\/b\u003eSweet Ales \u003cb\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/b\u003e Dessert fare, cheese plates, meat plates, fruit plates, pate, foie gras, and fancy fare.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BreakThru","offers":[{"title":"375ml","offer_id":44072715813107,"sku":"UN74-04","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/files\/UN74-04_KiuchiKikusakariZenKoji_375ml_WM.png?v=1701912609"},{"product_id":"daruma-masamune-jukusei-koshu-set","title":"Daruma Masamune Jukusei Koshu Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eBeau Review Coming Soon...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTry the best aged sake flight in the US! 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In my notes I wrote, \"It tastes like a ski lodge.\" As the fluid warms, the nuances of dry citrus and white pepper disappear, and cedar is the word. A great food pairing brew that does well in several glass sizes and temperatures. Spirits lovers would greatly enjoy this brew that drinks with cedar impact. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cedar \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry Reds\/Spicy Whites \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEER:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e IPA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOODS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Steaks, chops, grilled bird, hamburgers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BreakThru","offers":[{"title":"900ml","offer_id":44785488658675,"sku":"UN76-02","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/files\/UN76-02_KiuchiKikusakariJunmaiCollectorsMiniCaskTarusake_900ml_WM.png?v=1708562377"},{"product_id":"aizu-homare-jun-kome-koji-choki-jukusei-all-rice-malt-vintage","title":"Aizu Homare Jun Kome Koji Choki Jukusei All Rice Malt Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose on this unique and extremely flavorful “expression” of sake is a vast collection of apricot, burnt caramel, butter, caramel, maple syrup, soy sauce, and mushroom aromas. 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If you are exploring sake or enjoy after dinner brews this sake is for you. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWORD:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eRich \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Port\/Sherry\/Ice Wine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEER:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stouts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOODS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aperitif, chocolate, huge pork chops, spicy Chinese fare, cigars, and cheese, nuts, and cured meats. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NISHIMOTO","offers":[{"title":"375ml","offer_id":44824305664243,"sku":"UN77-04","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/7601\/files\/UN77-04_AizuHomareVintage_375ml_WM.png?v=1709944742"},{"product_id":"fukugao-brandy-barrel-sake","title":"Fukugao Genshu Brandy Barrel Sake","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the brewery Fukugao Shuzo:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrandy is a distilled liquor made from wine. As the name suggest, we store this sake in the same French oak barrels that were used to age brandy. French barrels called barriques are often used to age premium wines and are the most sought after and exclusive barrels available. 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We store this sake in the same barrels that were used to age bourbon whiskey. 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Meaning they kept tasting it and then released it when it was perfect. Made with Gohyakumangoku milled to 60% the brewers were looking for smooth and rich flavors that drink round, slippery, clean, buoyant, puffy, water-like, and very elegant with a dry umami finish. This “Koshu” is not a big dark brew, rather it is tinged with a little color, which means it was cold aged.  There is a tannin-like dryness that appeals to wine drinkers and if you are a fan of umami, then this sake should be in your white wine glass. Look for dark chocolate, butter-rice, barley, konbu, shiitake, cocoa, nutmeg, Smores, sea salt, plum, dried meats, and fig flavors that move with complexity across the palate. What a sake drinking experience. 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