HACHINOHE SHUZO

Tasting Notes

Upon tasting, a magnificent aroma unfolds—evocative of a blossoming flower. The moment it touches the palate, a mellow sweetness and gentle acidity harmonize in perfect balance, gliding down the throat with astonishing smoothness. While the epitome of drinkability, the finish remains utterly refined and graceful. It is an elegant bottle to be savored slowly, over time.

Overview

Food Pairings: Cream Cheese, Chicken, Raisin Butter, Brie Cheese, Buckwheat Noodles, etc.

Awards:

• Milano Sake Challenge 2024: Sake Tasting Division (Junmai Daiginjo) — Bronze Award

• Delicious Sake in a Wine Glass Awards 2023: Premium Daiginjo Division — Gold Award

• U.S. National Sake Appraisal 2022: Daiginjo A Division — Gold Award

• IWC 2024: Junmai Daiginjo Division — Silver

Specifications

Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Gin Eboshi
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 40%
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml

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Tasting Notes

Dry sparkling sake produced using the Champagne brewing method (in-bottle secondary fermentation). The entire process, including the riddling and the removal of sediment is done by hand. Bright citrus, yellow floral, and green plum aromas on the nose. With delicate creamy bubbles and hints of refreshing acidity and savory rice, this sake can be enjoyed as an aperitif as well as during the meal.

Overview

Food Pairings: Caprese with tomato and mozzarella cheese, raw oysters with lemon juice, shrimp fritters, grilled squid, creamy pasta with sea urchin.

Awards: ‍

• 2020 - The Fine Sake Awards Premium Sparkling Sake Category, Gold Medal ‍

• 2019 - Kura Master Sparkling Standard Category, Gold Medal

Specifications

Class: Unclassified
Rice: Sake Rice
Rice-Polishing Ratio: N/A
ABV: 12%
Size: 720ml

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Tasting Notes

An aroma reminiscent of pears. A sake full of freshness. Juicy umami and sweetness.

Overview

Food Pairings: Oden, Tofu Isobe-Age, Soba Noodles, Washed-Rind Cheese.

Specifications

Class: Futsushu
Rice: Aomori Rice
Rice-Polishing Ratio: Koji 55% / Kake 60%
ABV: 15%
Size: 180ml

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A best seller since the establishment of the Mutsu Hassen brand. It's hard to stop sipping this well-balanced umami and acidity-driven brew. Pairs well with a wide range of food and can be served at a wide range of temperatures.

Overview

Food Pairings: Pickled Vegetables, Broiled Mackerel, Smoked Salmon, Sauteed Pork.

Awards:

• 2019 - The Fine Sake Awards Japan Main Category, Grand Gold Medal

• 2019 - National Kan Sake Award Premium Kan Sake Category (45℃), Grand Gold Medal

• 2019 - International Wine Challenge Junmai Category, Silver Medal

Specifications

Class: Tokubetsu Junmai
Rice: Aomori
Rice-Polishing Ratio: Koji 55% / Kakemai 60%
ABV: 15%
Size: 720ml

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Tasting Notes

Hachinohe Shuzo registered their "Mutsu Otokoyama" trademark over 100 years ago, in 1910. This refreshing, dry sake has a clean flavor and a solid character. A slight, citrusy aroma hints at their unique use of white koji.

Overview

Food Pairings: Squid Shiokara, Seafood Al Ajillo, Chicken Karaage.

Specifications

Class: Junmai
Rice: Aomori
Rice-Polishing Ratio: Koji 55% / Kakemai 60%
ABV: 16%
Size: 300ml, 720ml, 1800 ml (CA only)

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Tasting Notes

Mutsu Hassen Isaribi was inspired by the idea of a "fisherman's sake for meals" and named after the fire used for luring fish at night. This is a dry sake with solid umami, strong acidity, and less focus on fruitiness. Perfectly matched with seafood, fish, and soy sauce flavors. Versatile temperature range.

Overview

Food Pairings: Hoya or Sea Pineapple Sashimi, Squid Sashimi, Grilled Mackerel, Cottage Cheese to pair with cold Sake, Seafood Hot Pot, Oden, Beef Sukiyaki to pair with warm Sake.

Awards:

• 2020 - US National Sake Appraisal | Junmai Category, Silver Award

• 2018 - JPN Delicious Sake in a Wine Glass | Main Category, Silver Award

• 2018 - UK International Wine Challenge | Junmai Category, Silver Award

Specifications

Class: Tokubetsu Junmai
Rice: Aomori Rice
Rice-Polishing Ratio: Koji 55% / Kakemai 60%
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml

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Tasting Notes

The scent is mild with slightly sweet, and on the first sip it has a very soft mouthfeel that gradually opens up. A Ginjo sake with a balance of freshness, sweetness and sourness that is reminiscent of fruit juice.

Overview

Food Pairings: Sweet and Sour Pork, Mapo Tofu, Fourme d'Ambert (Blue Mold Cheese).

Awards:

• 2020 - US National Sake Appraisal | Junmai Category, Silver Award

• 2018 - JPN Delicious Sake in a Wine Glass | Main Category, Silver Award

• 2018 - UK International Wine Challenge | Junmai Category, Silver Award

Specifications

Class: Ginjo
Rice: Aomori Rice
Rice-Polishing Ratio: Koji 55% / Kakemai 60%
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml

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Displays a hint of sake's natural golden color, and exudes plumes of fresh, juicy apple aromatics. The sake also has a refreshing acidity that melts gently into a sea of umami, allowing it to adapt easily in many different pairings.

Overview

Food Pairings: Chicken served with full grain mustard, oden, red fleshed fish sashimi, baked salmon.

Awards:

• 2019 - The Fine Sake Awards Japan Premium Junmai Category, Grand Gold Medal

• 2019 - International Wine Challenge Junmai Ginjo Category, Silver Medal

Specifications

Class: Junmai Ginjo
Rice: Aomori Rice
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 55%
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml

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