Narutotai Autumn Hiyaoroshi Junmai

The nose on this seasonally released single-pasteurized Fall Draft sake is a cool collection of honey, citrus, vanilla cream, ripe banana, nut butter, papaya, and whole grain bread aromas. Made with Tokushima rice and their own in-house LED-inspired yeast, this brew drinks like Fall in a bottle, because the brewers achieve “harmonious layers of acidity from aging.” Smooth, rich, off dry, medium-bodied, water-like, and with a touch of astringency (for the wine drinkers) and a dry mineral finish. Look for cherry, ripe melon, cream soda, caramel, apple, kiwi, daikon, banana, roasted nuts, and a nice umami under-current. The female toji says that her sake, “are loved by the guests at SAKE DAY” and we agree! WORD: Off-Dry WINE: Crisp Reds/Mineral Whites BEER: Crisp Citrus Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, sukiyaki, roast beef, venison, beef steak, seared bonito, sweet potato tempura, mushroom rice, turkey, and Thanksgiving fare. (2025)