Sake Type
Junmai
Rice Type & Origin Area
Yamada Nishiki (Hyogo)
Rice-polishing Ratio
75%
Alcohol Percentage
14.5%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
+5
Production Area
Hyogo
Kuromatsu Hakushika Yamada Nishiki Karakuchi Junmai Silk
TATSUUMA-HONKE BREWING
Brewed with the celebrated Yamada Nishiki rice, this sake offers a fine, balanced taste with a smooth yet refined sharpness. On the palate, the gentle umami unfolds beautifully, leaving a lingering depth that enhances the drinking experience. Its elegant clarity makes it a versatile companion to a wide range of dishes, particularly those featuring rich, flavourful ingredients such as fatty cuts of meat or fresh fish. Whether enjoyed gently warmed or served chilled, it reveals different layers of character, allowing you to appreciate both its richness and refinement with every sip.
About the Sake brewery:
Founded in 1662, Hakushika has been brewing sake in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, for over 350 years. The brewery is blessed with the region’s famed miyamizu water, premium rice, and the cool winds that sweep down from the Rokko mountains, all of which shape the character of its sake. Rooted in a long tradition of care and patience, Hakushika crafts sake designed to complement meals and enrich conversation. While honouring its heritage, the brewery continues to embrace modern techniques and innovations, ensuring its sake evolves with the times while staying true to its enduring values.