Kumaya Shuzo, An Bizen, Junmai Daiginjo, 720ml Yoshimura Hideo Rice Variety: Kinuhikari

Rice Variety: Kinuhikari

A lovely bitter note on the finish adds a touch of depth

Type: Tokubetsu Junmai

or simply no longer in demand as other varieties became more fashionable (looking at you

Kumaya Shuzo, An Bizen, Junmai Daiginjo, 720ml Yoshimura Hideo Rice Variety: KinuhikariType: Junmai Daiginjo Polishing degree: 48% Rice variant: Omachi Alcohol percentage: 16% Given that Omachi's flavor profile leans more toward the earthy, rustic, brewers are less likely to polish this variety to extremes for ginjo or daiginjo sake, styles (too) often associated with fruitiness. A talented brewer, however, knows that beneath the surface rusticity lies enormous layers, which Kumaya shuzo beautifully demonstrates with this Junmai