Shichida Junmai Namazume Hiyaoroshi "Aiyama 75"

The nose on this Fall draft single-pasteurized sake made with the amazing Aiyama rice varietal is a slick collection of maple syrup, melon, tangerine, okra, crème brulée, peppercorn, caramel, and mango aromas. Plump, round, water-like, medium-bodied, and frisky, this sake evolves with each sip from chewy to watery to semi-sweet to astringent with a vegetal finish. Sounds like a lot of movement! Look for sarsaparilla, mango, toffee, cocoa, browned butter, melon, banana bread, and steamed rice flavors, that ride the movement and dance on the palate. Made for a wine glass and semi-chilled. WORD: Fruity WINE: Fruity Reds/Zesty Whites BEER: Fruity Ales FOODS: Chinese stir-fried, roast chicken and pork, grilled fish, gyoza, scallops in butter. (2024)

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The nose on this seasonally released Fall draft single pasteurized sake is classic collection of blackberry, grape, Sherry, melon, sweet tea, lavender, ripe mango, seaweed, and ice cream float aromas. Say hello to a fan favorite Fall brew that drinks semi-rich, semi-dry, medium-bodied, with lots of fresh tingly action that is bright and zesty. Made with Aiyama brewing rice milled to 75%, this sake has an ABV of 17% and lots of acidic movements that would appeal to wine drinkers. Look for apple, peach, fig, berry tart, grapefruit, nectarine, cherry, banana, and sweet cream flavors that zip through the palate with a fresh edginess. WORD: Lively WINE: Zesty Reds/Tingly Whites BEER: Crisp Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, American sushi rolls, fried fish, and Izakaya fare. (2023)