This is a “gliding” sake that glides through the palate with loads of umami and savory flavors
WORD: Balanced WINE: Cabs/Sauvignon Blanc BEER: Clean Ales FOODS: Salty and savory fare that has a gentle greasiness
The nose on this new world sake from Aichi is a cool collection of pear
and how cool is that
Akabu Junmai Ginjo Summer Release 2026 "Hisui" Tokubetsu This is a “gliding” sakeThe nose on this seasonally released sake is a fresh collection of mango, pear, jasmine, strawberry, grapefruit, lemon peel, and rainwater aromas. Not all summer sakes are nama or unpasteurized. Some breweries release lightly pasteurized and lower ABV brews to achieve that light and bright high quality refreshing brews. This Hisui is all that! Its pasteurized for stability, and has a 13% ABV that drinks soft, smooth, round, watery, clean, silky, and a