Japanese Sake Products
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Foo Fighters Hansho Ao
Foo Fighters Hansho Ao
Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Dewasansan
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 50%
Brewery Location: Yamagata
Food Pairings: Lighter fare, including Sushi and Sashimi, Grilled Fish, Salads & dishes enhanced by exotic, aromatic spice.
Tasting Notes: Midnight Blue is said to be inspired by the “Pop” side of the band, and displays a gentle mouthfeel & delicate, balanced twinge of sweetness, awakening the palate, permeating the body & begging for another sip. Led by Dave Grohl, a known as lover of sake, this exclusive collaboration reflects the band’s tastes. This special Junmai Daiginjo features a unique brewing method that involved playing Foo Fighters songs during the crucial fermentation process. Inspired by the title of their 10th album “Medicine at Midnight”, this sake is named “HANSHO” which translates to “Midnight Blue” in Japanese. Sato Junpei, CEO & 6th generation brewer of Tatenokawa is an enormous Foo Fighters fan, and his dream has come true through this special collaboration with the band!
Size: 720ml
Location: NY NJ Distribution, CA Distribution
Brewery: Tatenokawa Brewery
Founded: 1832
Profile: Tatenokawa was the first Sake Brewery in Yamagata who decided to brew exclusively Junmai Daiginjo class sake, and hope to continue to do so while providing their high quality merchandise at an affordable price. Nearly all of the rice they use to brew is locally grown Miyama Nishiki and Dewasansan. In 2014, ANA International picked this sake for their First Class and Business Class sake.
