Ohyama Hiyaoroshi Tokubetsu Junmai Namazume

The nose on this single-pasteurized, seasonally released Fall Draft sake is a clever collection of vanilla, powdered sugar, brownie, black currant, kelp, white flower, and steamed rice aromas. Are you ready for the lighter side of Autumn sake? Clean, smooth, water-like, round, light, thin, savory, and fresh, this Yamagata brew drinks a little zesty and a little watery with an unbelievable flavor field. Look for vanilla, cream, grape candy, tangerine, watermelon, rock sugar, strawberry, cocoa nibs, blueberry, and milkshake flavors that race through the palate with complexity and dexterity. An awesome sake to taste a million flavors in one sip; with a gentle balance and a hint of tingle and zest. WORD: Totem pole WINE: Thin Reds/Light whites BEER: Light Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, grilled fish and chicken, tofu, light soups and stews, shellfish, oysters, and salami boards. (2024) 

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The nose on this seasonally released single-pasteurized “Fall Draft” sake is a wonderful collection of melon, cream, strawberry, banana, orange, yuzu, and herbal aromas. A True Sake Team favorite, this fall this Hiyaoroshi is a really interesting brew that is juicy, smooth, and happy with a dancing acidity play that brings forth a lot of Fall smiles. Look for melon, citrus, lemon custard, sweet rice, and strawberry flavors with a fun herbal finish. Round, soft, and juicy there is a really cool slickness that makes the fluid glide through the palate, and there is a very noticeable umami push that is a great learning point for the umami challenged. WORD: Slippery WINE: Soft reds/Gentle whites BEER: Creamy Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, crab, lobster, oysters, grilled fish, fruit plates. (2021)