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We use the whole amount of new sake rice Fukunoka that developed by Fukushima Prefecture. You can enjoy a rich aroma and rich taste. This is good to drink with cold and also warm sake.

Round aroma and soft palate. Gentle taste of rice expands in the mouth. Enjoy it at various temperatures, chilled through hot.

In theory it is impossible to ferment whole brown rice unless it is sprouted [which is what used to be done in ancient times] however Genmai-zake [literally - brown rice sake] means that the husk of the rice has not been polished off. Rather, the rice husk is crushed to expose the inner part of the grain to allow fermentation, while leaving the rice completely unpolished. Genmai-zake needs twice as much rice than would usually be required to make the same quantity of sake made from polished rice. This style also requires extra attention with longer soaking and steaming times. Soaking for Genmai-zake takes around 14 hours, whereas soaking for white rice ranges from 1 minute for highly polished rice to around 1 hour for less polished. This long soak time is followed by a double steaming process. During the fermentation of the Genmaishu, Shiuchi-san has to implement complicated additions of kōji rice, steamed rice and water at very specific intervals of the ferment period to to achieve the exact result he wants in the finished sake. Kameman also needs to age the sake before it is at its optimum drinking condition. It is incredibly rare to see a sake made from brown rice, with only one other brewery in Japan making a genmai-zake. The Genmaishu displays a beautiful brown sugar and roasted cocoa bean nose with a lovely balanced sweetness on the palate with tastes of ‘Christmas cake’ dried fruit and spices. Kameman have achieved the perfect balance of sweet/savoury/dry to make this a well balanced sake with great palate weight. As this sake ages it develops into even richer, more complex flavours. This is an interesting sake to match with food as it can be paired with sweet dishes with pastry, nuts and honey or can be used to match with rich ingredients like foie gras.

Product Description: Kuni Zakari Nigori Chita Umeshu 720ml is a premium plum liqueur that beautifully encapsulates the essence of Chita's local plums, offering an authentic and delicious taste. Produced by Nakano Sake Brewery, this Umeshu is made from carefully selected plums grown at the Kuni Zakari FARM in Chita, Aichi Prefecture, which the brewery has cultivated since 2008. With a rich history rooted in tradition, this Plum liqueur is crafted with a delicate balance of plums, honey, and sugar, highlighting the natural fruity sweetness of the fruit while maintaining the craftsmanship of sake brewing. With a vibrant, naturally sweet flavour profile, Kuni Zakari Nigori Chita Umeshu offers a soft, smooth mouthfeel, thanks to its unique fermentation process and the use of locally sourced ingredients. Its delicate balance of fruit, honey, and subtle acidity makes it a versatile drink, perfect as an aperitif, a refreshing accompaniment to meals, or simply as a delightful treat to enjoy on its own. The 8% ABV provides a gentle but satisfying taste, making it an excellent introduction to the world of Umeshu for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts alike. Kuni Zakari Nigori Chita Umeshu offers an exceptional, well-crafted plum liqueur that showcases the beauty of Chita’s terroir, perfect for those seeking an authentic, flavourful drink steeped in tradition. Maker: Kuni Zakari Nigori Chita Umeshu is crafted by Nakano Sake Brewery, a family-owned business with over 300 years of tradition and expertise in sake brewing. The brewery's commitment to quality is reflected in every bottle of Umeshu, using the same attention to detail and dedication that has earned Nakano Sake Brewery a respected place in Japan's fine alcohol industry. Since the launch of their Plum liqueur series in 1990, Nakano Sake Brewery has maintained an unwavering focus on bringing out the full flavor of simple, authentic ingredients. Their innovative approach, coupled with a deep respect for local culture, ensures that every bottle of Kuni Zakari Umeshu carries the spirit of Chita's heritage. Philosophy: At the heart of Kuni Zakari’s philosophy is the belief in coexisting harmoniously with nature and the local community. Since 2008, Nakano Sake Brewery has operated its own plum farm, Kuni Zakari FARM, where plums are grown with meticulous care and attention. By focusing on using local, sustainably farmed plums from Chita, Kuni Zakari aims to preserve the region’s agricultural heritage while producing a product that celebrates the true essence of the land. This commitment to quality, innovation, and community collaboration ensures that each bottle of Kuni Zakari Nigori Chita Umeshu reflects the harmony between nature and craftsmanship, creating an authentic and flavorful experience for those who enjoy it. Tasting Notes: Nose: Fresh, Fruity, Fragrant Burst of ripe plums, enhanced by delicate honeyed notes and a subtle hint of citrus zest. There is a softness to the aroma, with light floral undertones that add to the inviting complexity. Palate: Smooth, Sweet, Balanced Kuni Zakari Nigori Chita Umeshu delivers a smooth, sweet burst of plum flavour, perfectly balanced by honey and a gentle acidity. The texture is silky, with a slight richness that coats the mouth, making it a truly indulgent experience. Finish: Refreshing, Light, Lingering Clean and refreshing, with lingering hints of plum and honey, leaving a soft, delicate aftertaste that invites another sip. The light acidity keeps the sweetness in check, making for a well-rounded and elegant finish. Style - Umeshu Country - Japan Region - Aichi Prefecture Bottle Size - 720ml ABV - 8%

Delicate flavour of rice and briskness of high acidity. Fulfilled the best balanced sake, good match with Kyoto cuisine.

Quite grain-like aroma with a hint of fruity nose, Refreshing lightness with vivid acidity. Very dry sake with sharp, rich and full-bodied taste.

Ozeki Sumo Sake depicts the perseverance and skill of the sumo wewstlers ina match. Ozeki also believes in these values while producing quality sake that matches well with a wode variety of cuisine. Ozeki Sumo Sake is full-bodied with earthy tones that leave the original rice flavour on the palate, yet comes off with a light smooth finish. Stop tantalizing your taste buds and step up to Ozeki Sumo Sake

The White Oak Distillery is located in the city of Akashi in the Hyogo prefecture. This distillery received its distillery license in 1919 but only really began using it for whisky in 1984; prior to that it mainly (and still) was used for saké and barley shochu production. White Oak Akashi Red Blended Japanese Whisky is produced from both grain and malt whiskies. A light and fruity drink with hints of almond, peach, and grape.

Product Information: Building upon a rebalancing of the four base botanicals of the drier, flagship Bermutto, Oka Kuru's taken on dry vermouth. OKA Sweet Bermutto incorporates a powerful fifth ingredient: a bitter Japanese plum called ume. Ume’s tart astringency is right at home in this bitter botanical blend and is perfectly complemented and balanced by raw cane sugar from Okinawa. The wine base is Junmai Sake (fermented rice alcohol, not wine). There are five botanicals: Yomogi, yuzu, Kabosu, ume and cane sugar. Yomogi is Japanese wormwood. Yuzu is an acidic aromatic citrus as acidic as a lemon with a flavour that's reminiscent to lemon, grapefruit, and mandarin orange. Kabosu is a very high-acid citrus profile and flavour similar to yuzu and lime. Ume is a tart Japanese green plum. Lastly it's all sweetened with kokuto (Okinawan cane sugar). Oka Kura Bermutto is a uniquely Japanese take on the category of vermouth made from aromatized, shochu-fortified sake. While not technically a vermouth because it is not wine-based, it functions in cocktails as a vermouth should—a botanically-infused, low ABV modifier—and generally bridges a gap between sake, shochu, and vermouth. Maker: Founded by Yuno Hayashi and named for her grandfather, OKA BRAND offers a growing range of distinctly Japanese spirits and liqueurs made from local rice spirits, Junmai sake, and hyper-regional botanicals. Each expression provides not only endless drinking possibilities, but a gateway to Japanese flavours and traditions. Distillery: OKA BRAND spirits and liqueurs are produced by the legendary Tsutsumi Distillery in the Kumamoto Prefecture in Kyushu, Japan. Tsutsumi has been producing shochu for nearly 150 years in the Hitoyoshi Basin just 5 km from the Kuma River, the longest river in Kyushu. It is one of only 28 distilleries certified by the World Trade Organization as a Kuma Shochu producer, a designation similar to the protected designations of origin of Scotch, tequila, and Cognac. The Kuma River is renowned for its reputation as the clearest stream in Japan, lending itself to crafting fine sake and shochu, all from rice grown within the Kuma River system. Influenced by the fortified, aromatized wine producers of Europe while drawing on Japanese tradition, OKA BRAND took the cocktail world by storm with the introduction of their flagship expression, Bermutto. A yuzu liqueur and sweet, ume-based formulation of Bermutto followed, and now with the introduction of rice-based vodkas and gin, OKA offers an even wider range of exceptional products for use in cocktails by the world’s most discerning bartenders and mixologists. Nose - Yeast, Tropical Fruits, Lavendar Unmistakably plummy, evocative of of umeshu and sloe gin with sour cherry, orange peel, and brown sugar. Palate - Rice, Faint Plum, Piquant Peppers On the palate, oolong tea, tart cherry, grapefruit zest, plum. Finish - Yuzu, Grapefruit, Pleasant Bitters Caramel, plum, marzipan, faint sake, lemon, orange

Product Information: Oka Kura Bermutto is a uniquely Japanese take on the category of vermouth made from aromatised, shochu-fortified sake. Technically it's not a vermouth because it is not wine-based, but it works in cocktails as a vermouth should—as a botanically-infusing, low ABV modifier— that bridges a gap between sake, shochu, and vermouth. Oka Kura Bermutto is essentially a dry vermouth. There are four botanicals used in the production of Oka Kura: Yuzu, Kabosu, Sansho peppercorn, and Yomogi. Yuzu is an acidic aromatic citrus as acidic as a lemon with a flavour that's reminiscent to lemon, grapefruit, and Mandarin orange. Kabosu is a very high-acid citrus profile and flavour similar to yuzu and lime. Sansho peppercorn is a peppery and slightly citrusy peppercorn that's relative Sichuan peppercorn only it produces are milder, numbing sensation on the palate. Lastly there's Yomogi – A Japanese wormwood, also known as Japanese mugwort. FYI: Bermutto is a Japanese phonetic spelling of vermouth. The Japanese language has no “v” sound, so the v's in foreign words are written and pronounced with “b” instead. Maker: Founded by Yuno Hayashi and named for her grandfather, OKA BRAND offers a growing range of distinctly Japanese spirits and liqueurs made from local rice spirits, Junmai sake, and hyper-regional botanicals. Each expression provides not only endless drinking possibilities, but a gateway to Japanese flavors and traditions. Distillery: OKA BRAND spirits and liqueurs are produced by the legendary Tsutsumi Distillery in the Kumamoto Prefecture in Kyushu, Japan. Tsutsumi has been producing shochu for nearly 150 years in the Hitoyoshi Basin just 5 km from the Kuma River, the longest river in Kyushu. It is one of only 28 distilleries certified by the World Trade Organization as a Kuma Shochu producer, a designation similar to the protected designations of origin of Scotch, tequila, and Cognac. The Kuma River is renowned for its reputation as the clearest stream in Japan, lending itself to crafting fine sake and shochu, all from rice grown within the Kuma River system. Influenced by the fortified, aromatized wine producers of Europe while drawing on Japanese tradition, OKA BRAND took the cocktail world by storm with the introduction of their flagship expression, Bermutto. A yuzu liqueur and sweet, ume-based formulation of Bermutto followed, and now with the introduction of rice-based vodkas and gin, OKA offers an even wider range of exceptional products for use in cocktails by the world’s most discerning bartenders and mixologists. Nose - Yeast, Tropical Fruits, Lavendar The nose is fruity and yeasty with notes of grapefruit, peach, guava, lavender, and plum. Palate - Rice, Faint Plum, Piquant Peppers On the palate, the sake base is immediately evident with base notes of rice, yeast, and faint plum. Yuzu and sansho peppercorn brighten things up. Finish - Yuzu, Grapefruit, Pleasant Bitters An undercurrent of yomogi provides earthy grapefruit from beginning to end.