Sake Type
Junmai Ginjo
Rice Type & Origin Area
Gohyakumangoku (Niigata)
Rice-polishing Ratio
55%
Alcohol Percentage
15%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
+2
Production Area
Niigata
Kikusui Junmai Ginjo
KIKUSUI SAKE
This Junmai Ginjo is Kikusui’s best-selling sake, beloved by many around the world for its approachable, enjoyable character. It opens with delicate aromas of fresh cantaloupe and banana, followed by subtle notes of mandarin orange, creating a refreshing and elegant profile. Light and comfortably dry, it has a medium body that complements a wide range of dishes, enhancing flavours without overpowering them. Its clean, crisp finish makes it easy to sip on any occasion, whether casual or celebratory. Perfect for both sake enthusiasts and newcomers, it offers a delightful alternative to white wine.
About the Sake brewery:
Founded in 1881, this brewery is located in Niigata, Japan’s premier rice-producing region, and has been at the heart of Japanese sake culture for over a century. Guided by gratitude and respect for the earth, the brewery uses traditional techniques and the power of fermentation to create sake that enriches daily life and nurtures the spirit. Its commitment extends beyond brewing, contributing to people’s health, refreshment, and enjoyment. The Kikusui Institute for Sake Culture embodies this philosophy, preserving and sharing the heritage of Japanese sake while continuing to innovate and cultivate the blessings of nature.