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Junmai Daiginjo & Daiginjo

These two categories represent the best of the best, the “A-list” in the sake maker’s industry. 


The Junmai Daiginjo category has the highest standards of milling rates in the sake market with a minimum of 50% rice polishing and 50% remaining.  But that standard is often surpassed by brewers looking to push the rice milling envelope that results in sakes that can be milled down to 35% down to 23% and even 7% remaining figures. These Ultra and Uber Junmai Daiginjo all drink with an elegance and sophistication of flavors and complexities. The entire category is exceptional for consuming on special occasions and gifting. Junmai Daiginjo sakes are fantastic on their own and great with Champagne fare and elegant appetizers. They are always served chilled.  


The Daiginjo category has the same milling standards of 50% removal and 50% remaining but sake makers add a little “brewer’s alcohol” to lighten the brew and bring out more aromatics and softer textures. When sake maker’s send their brews to National Sake Appraisals and Competitions they usually send their Daiginjo sake. They are the ultimate Competition sakes that just jump out of the glass. Always served chilled they pair well with shellfish, sushi, sashimi, and elegant cocktail passing fare.

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    Takatenjin Junmai Daiginjo "Soul of Sensei"

    dried apple, rich pear, velvet.
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    The nose on this very special sake is a gentle collection of melon, green apple, and rose water aromas. This is a very elegant Junmai Daiginjo that...

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    Soujo Kubota Seppou Junmai Daiginjo "Snow Peak White"

    a special niigata collab.
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    The nose on this “Concept” sake is a gentle collection of honeydew, green apple, rose water, and snowmelt aromas. Using Gohyakumangoku brewing rice...

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    Katafune Daiginjo "Tobindori"

    tropical, layered, expressive.
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    The nose on this world class gold medal winning Daiginjo is a splendid collection of blueberry, kiwi, honeydew, and tangerine peel aromas. Talk abo...

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    IWA 5 Junmai Daiginjo 2021 Assemblage 3

    a richard geoffroy masterpiece.
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    The nose on this one-of-a-kind sake is a vivid collection of white grape, melon, rosemary, lychee, mineral, mint, and honey aromas. The sake indust...

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    Miroku Junmai Daiginjo TRUE SAKE EXCLUSIVE

    true sake selection #6!
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    The nose on this Niigata Prefecture masterpiece is a very gentle collection of steamed rice, milk, Camembert, cotton, nutmeg, pie crust, crème brûl...

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    Keigetsu 50 Junmai Daiginjo "CEL-24"

    another great cel-24 expression.
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    The nose on this educational brew is an amazing collection of green apple, honeydew, pear, white grape, cotton candy, peach, and mint aromas. This ...

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    Senkin Urara Junmai Daiginjo Shizuku “Immortal Wing”

    drip, excellence, ultra.
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    The nose on this elegant “Ultra” Junmai Daiginjo is a tantalizing collection of mineral, pear, sweet rice, and citrus aromas. This is a great examp...

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    Ryujin Junmai Daiginjo Genshu "Bull Rider"

    apple pie, chewy, underrated.
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    The nose on this is a rodeo collection of pear, apple, mango, sweet pea, plum, berry, and a touch of anise aromas. Say hello to a very solid and us...

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    Hakkaisan 45 Daiginjo

    Daiginjo
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    The nose on this special brew from the powerhouse Hakkaisan brewery is a wonderful collection of melon, white peach, apple, cherry, wheat and steam...

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    Tenko 50 Junmai Daiginjo "Heavenly Grace"

    dried cranberries, bright.
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    The nose on this new offering from an old famous brewery is an interesting collection of melon, apple, banana, citrus, and floral aromas. It is a f...

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    Shirayuki Junmai Daiginjo "Winning Horse"

    manager mei's staff pick!
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    The nose on this very intriguing brew is a wide collection of cherry, plum, grape, watermelon, pineapple, mineral, and straw aromas. If you read th...

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    Iwate Meijo Oshu no Ryu Junmai Daiginjo "Midnight Dragon"

    fig, raisin, layered.
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    The nose on this stalwart Daiginjo is a grand collection of pear, grape, melon, cream, rock sugar, apple pie, and fig aromas. Smooth, round, velvet...

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    Shuho Junmai Daiginjo Karakuchi "Awesome"

    dry, clean, crisp.
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    The nose on this dry Daiginjo is a cool collection of grape, lychee, mango, floral, and mineral aromas. We’ve been waiting for a long time to see a...

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    Zaku Junmai Daiginjo "Kaizan Ittekisui"

    lychee, silky, elegant.
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    The nose on this luxurious sake is an exceptional collection of mango, strawberry, cantaloupe, pineapple, powdered sugar, and lilly aromas. Stop th...

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    Ohmine Yamadanishiki "2 Grain"

    melon, elegant, complex.
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    The nose on this very popular Yamaguchi sake is a brilliant collection of white peach, honeydew, Granny Smith apple, pear, lychee, and Gardenia aro...

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    Koshi No Kanbai Chotokusen Daiginjo "Pinnacle of Perfection"

    legendary, world class, niigata.
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    The nose on this world class Daiginjo is a mild collection of plum, citrus, pear, apple, oatmeal, raisin, and peach aromas. Quite frankly, this is ...

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    Senkin Junmai Daiginjo “Modern Omachi”

    great for both beginners and experts.
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    The nose on this brew made by a fantastic “Toji” (master brewer) is a splendid collection of green apple, mango, simple syrup, honeydew, grape, and...

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    Ohmine Omachi "3 Grain"

    hit brewer + hit rice varietal.
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    The nose on this special sake is a glorious collection of peach, Asian pear, lychee, mandarin orange, rose water, lime, cereal, and steamed rice ar...

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    Dewazakura Junmai Daiginjo Genshu "Captains Table"

    very juicy, very fruity.
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    The nose on this Genshu sake has an amazing nose filled with cherry, papaya, sweet rice, tuberose, sweet pine, apricot, and candied apple aromas. F...

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    Hakkaisan 8 Year Snow Aged Junmai Daiginjo "Yukimuro"

    toasted rice, caramel, complex.
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    The nose on this perfect gift-giving sake is a collection of vanilla, nougat, buttercream icing, mint, and snowmelt aromas. Made and stored in a sn...

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    Tenbu Junmai Daiginjo

    pear, strawberry, crisp.
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    The nose on this premium brew is a very cool collection of pear, pineapple, daikon, lychee, mango, raspberry, cut grasses, vanilla, and sweet rice ...

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    Mimurosugi Junmai Daiginjo "Yamadanishiki"

    rich, bright, professional.
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    The nose on this very popular Junmai Daiginjo is a wicked collection of Muscat, pear, orange, cake frosting, grapefruit, mango, and a touch of crea...

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    Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo "HAYATA"

    fresh, spritzy, limited.
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    The nose on this limited release single and lightly pasteurized sake has a stunning nose filled with grape, blueberry, pineapple, pear, tropical, a...

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    Shirataki Junmai Daiginjo "Seven"

    legendary, exceptional, stunning.
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    The nose on this “Gift from Niigata” is an amazing array of melon, rock sugar, lilies, orange sherbert, lychee, ginger, and coconut aromas. Made wi...

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