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Junmai Daiginjo & Daiginjo

These two categories represent the best of the best, the “A-list” in the sake maker’s industry. 


The Junmai Daiginjo category has the highest standards of milling rates in the sake market with a minimum of 50% rice polishing and 50% remaining.  But that standard is often surpassed by brewers looking to push the rice milling envelope that results in sakes that can be milled down to 35% down to 23% and even 7% remaining figures. These Ultra and Uber Junmai Daiginjo all drink with an elegance and sophistication of flavors and complexities. The entire category is exceptional for consuming on special occasions and gifting. Junmai Daiginjo sakes are fantastic on their own and great with Champagne fare and elegant appetizers. They are always served chilled.  


The Daiginjo category has the same milling standards of 50% removal and 50% remaining but sake makers add a little “brewer’s alcohol” to lighten the brew and bring out more aromatics and softer textures. When sake maker’s send their brews to National Sake Appraisals and Competitions they usually send their Daiginjo sake. They are the ultimate Competition sakes that just jump out of the glass. Always served chilled they pair well with shellfish, sushi, sashimi, and elegant cocktail passing fare.

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    Senkin Junmai Daiginjo “Modern Omachi”

    great for both beginners and experts.
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    The nose on this brew made by a fantastic “Toji” (master brewer) is a splendid collection of green apple, mango, simple syrup, honeydew, grape, and...

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    Dassai Blue Type 35 Junmai Daiginjo

    made in new york, peach, clean.
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    The nose on this American made Dassai is a cool collection of nectarine, peach, melon, jasmine, honey, sesame, and creamy aromas. This Dassai 35 is...

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    Ohmine "2 Grain"

    melon, elegant, complex.
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    The nose on this very popular Yamaguchi sake is a brilliant collection of white peach, honeydew, Granny Smith apple, pear, lychee, and Gardenia aro...

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    Ryujin Junmai Daiginjo Genshu "Bull Rider"

    apple pie, chewy, underrated.
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    The nose on this is a rodeo collection of pear, apple, mango, sweet pea, plum, berry, and a touch of anise aromas. Say hello to a very solid and us...

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    Mimurosugi Junmai Daiginjo "Yamadanishiki"

    rich, bright, professional.
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    The nose on this very popular Junmai Daiginjo is a wicked collection of Muscat, pear, orange, cake frosting, grapefruit, mango, and a touch of crea...

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    Shirayuki Junmai Daiginjo "Winning Horse"

    manager mei's staff pick!
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    The nose on this very intriguing brew is a wide collection of cherry, plum, grape, watermelon, pineapple, mineral, and straw aromas. If you read th...

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    Born Junsui Junmai Daiginjo "Pure"

    viscous but light, gentle.
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    The nose on this well-known Junmai Daiginjo is a gentle collection of melon, pear, strawberry, and white blossom aromas. Say hello to elegance in a...

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    Tenbu Junmai Daiginjo

    pear, strawberry, crisp.
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    The nose on this premium brew is a very cool collection of pear, pineapple, daikon, lychee, mango, raspberry, cut grasses, vanilla, and sweet rice ...

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    Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo "HAYATA"

    fresh, spritzy, limited.
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    The nose on this limited release single and lightly pasteurized sake has a stunning nose filled with grape, blueberry, pineapple, pear, tropical, a...

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    Chiyomusubi Goriki 40 Junmai Daiginjo "Powerful Energy"

    full-bodied, chewy, bright.
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    The nose on this brew that is made using the Goriki brewing rice varietal has a nice collection of berry, melon, grape, strawberry, and gardenia ar...

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    Dewazakura Junmai Daiginjo Genshu "Captains Table"

    very juicy, very fruity.
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    The nose on this Genshu sake has an amazing nose filled with cherry, papaya, sweet rice, tuberose, sweet pine, apricot, and candied apple aromas. F...

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    Akabu Junmai Daiginjo "Gokujo no Kire"

    smooth, quick, ethereal.
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    The nose on this stunning "Ultra Daiginjo" is an amazing collection of cantaloupe, strawberry, grape, cotton candy, pineapple, apple, pear, sugar c...

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    Shichida Junmai Daiginjo

    juicy, dry, balanced.
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    The nose on this IWC Gold Medal brew is a wonderful collection of pear, apple, pineapple, honey, mineral water, and melon aromas. Talk about a brig...

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    Watanabe Shuzoten Junmai Muroka Genshu 50 "W Aiyama"

    lush, vivid, strawberries.
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    The nose on this exciting Daiginjo is an outstanding collection of strawberry, white peach, lychee, mango, honeydew, condensed milk, and other tro...

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    Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo "Otter Festival" 1.8L

    gateway junmai daiginjo.
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    All 1.8L bottles are for Store Pick Up. If this item is in your cart, you’ll only see the local pick up option—shipping will not be available. Dass...

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    Dassai Junmai Daiginjo "Beyond"

    you already know.
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    This ultra popular brewery in Japan has a huge following, and for good reason – they make great sake. Their Dassai 50 and 39 and 23 are extremely w...

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    Watanabe Shuzoten Junmai Muroka Genshu 45 "W Hidahomare"

    nougat, wide, delightful.
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    The nose on this very “Gifu” Daiginjo is a cool collection of cotton candy, cooked pear, cut grasses, peach, lemon lime, and steamed rice aromas. ...

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    Kikusui Junmai Daiginjo "Kuramitsu"

    milled to 23 percent.
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    The nose on this ultra Junmai Daiginjo milled to 23% is a fantastic collection of honeydew, vanilla, gardenia, apple, mochi, marshmallow, and miner...

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    Ohyama Junmai Daiginjo "Zuisho"

    gentle, elegant, smooth.
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    The nose on this sake that translates to good fortune has a glorious collection of cantaloupe, mango, green papaya, apricot, fuji apple, pastry, an...

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    Dassai Blue Type 50 Junmai Daiginjo

    made in new york, voluptuous, umami.
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    The nose on this American made Dassai is a vast collection of pear, pineapple, mango, honey, berry, rock sugar, and King's Hawaiian™ sweet bread ar...

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    Katsuyama Junmai Daiginjo "Akatsuki"

    elegant, impact, masterpiece.
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    The nose on this stellar ultra Daiginjo made by a Miyagi brewery founded in 1688 is a splendid collection of cantaloupe, pear, stone fruit, cut gra...

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    Mizubasho Junmai Daiginjo

    juicy, jammy, strawberry cream.
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    The nose on this sake is a terrific collection of strawberry, grape, berry, cream, sugar cookie, lychee, and mineral aromas. Made with Yamadanishik...

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    Sawahime Junmai Daiginjo "Shimotsuke"

    world class performance sake.
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    The nose on this very flavorful sake is a gentle collection of rose water, juniper, melon, and berry aromas. Get ready to say one of the most fun w...

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    Dassai Blue Type 23 Junmai Daiginjo

    made in new york, silky, elegant.
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    The nose on this American made Dassai is a slick collection of melon, strawberry, rock sugar, orange, mango, blueberry, fennel, fresh grape, and pi...

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