About the Sake
This Junmai Daiginjo follows the concept of “I Gnition”, the first in Houmei Ichigo-Ichie (once-in-a-lifetime encounter) series started 3 years ago, and was brewed this year using “Sake Musashi” and “Saitama G Yeast”. (Sake Brewery)
This sake is recommended by the owner of James’ favorite liquor store. This sake is made with G yeast, which is said to be used at Hanaabi. G yeast is difficult to ferment on its own and is often combined with other yeasts. However, this sake is brewed only with G yeast, and the sales quantity is small. Sake Musashi“ produced in Saitama Prefecture is refined to 50% and ”Saitama G yeast” is used to make this all-Saitama sake.
About the Taste
It has a gorgeous Ginjo aroma, which is a characteristic of Saitama G yeast, and the mouthfeel is smooth, with bitterness coming from behind the sweetness. As the temperature rises, the sweetness floats and the harmony with the bitterness is lost, so it is good to drink it well chilled, but on the rocks is recommended! (Brewer) While it has a melting sweetness, the refreshing acidity tightens the taste and gives it a nice sharpness.
Specs
Vintage: June 2024
Brewery: Ishii Shuzo 石井酒造
Place: Saitama Prefecture 埼玉県
Yeast: Saitama G yeast
Alcohol%: 16％
Price when I bought: 1,870JPY
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